Oculesics

Oculesics is a big grown-up word that means "eye language". When we talk to someone, our eyes do more than just see things - they also give signals about how we feel and what we are thinking.

For example, when we are happy, we might smile with our mouth, but our eyes might twinkle and squint. Our eyes can also get bigger if we are surprised or interested, and smaller if we are scared or angry.

When we want to show someone that we are paying attention to them, we look at them directly in the eyes. This can help them feel more comfortable and understood. But sometimes, if we look too long or too intensely, it might make them feel uncomfortable or nervous.

Oculesics is all about understanding these signals and using them to communicate better with others. It's like a secret language that our eyes use to help us understand how people are feeling, even if they aren't saying anything at all.