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Reclaiming Eye-Contact in Video Calls

Stick a tiny marker right above your camera lens to remind you to look at it, not the speaker's face.

5 min Beginner

Goal

Fix the structural eye-contact mismatch in video calls, where the camera isn't where the displayed face is.

Steps

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Place a tiny colored dot sticker right against the camera lens.

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

The other side notices stronger eye contact from the first call.

Evidence base

School: Nonverbal Communication

Founders: Vanessa Van Edwards (2017)

Van Edwards — Captivate: eye contact raises trust and recall.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Reclaiming Eye-Contact in Video Calls" take?

This exercise takes about 5 minutes, practiced solo in a Action format.

When will I notice the effect of "Reclaiming Eye-Contact in Video Calls"?

The other side notices stronger eye contact from the first call. In the short term: Within two weeks, looking at the lens shifts from effort to habit.

Is "Reclaiming Eye-Contact in Video Calls" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Nonverbal Communication (Vanessa Van Edwards (2017)). Van Edwards — Captivate: eye contact raises trust and recall.

Is "Reclaiming Eye-Contact in Video Calls" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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