[header] How to avoid strange people [title] Avert your eyes. [step] Averting your eyes signals to the other person that you are not interested in a conversation. Even if the other person has already engaged you, a slight diversion in eye contact can signal to them that you do not want to continue the conversation.
[header] How to avoid strange people [title] Avert your eyes. [step] Averting your eyes signals to the other person that you are not interested in a conversation. Even if the other person has already engaged you, a slight diversion in eye contact can signal to them that you do not want to continue the conversation.
Avert your gaze again by looking away, chewing gum, or engaging your camera lens. [substeps] Make frequent eye contact with the other person. Either you avoid eye contact or stare off into the distance, which may signal discomfort or even increased tension ,. [substeps] Avoid wearing new clothing with inappropriate slogans, hairstyles, or patterns. [substeps] You can use your eyes to gently look around or you can discreetly smile and eventually turn away. [title] Ask the stranger if they would like to sit somewhere. [substeps] The rest of your body language can also play a part. Angle your body away from the person and cross your arms or look down.