Why do people stare??

Question

Okay, so I had an awkward moment on my way to work today. I was on the bus and I noticed a woman who kept looking over at me. When I finally made eye contact with her she stared at me for like five seconds straight.

I don't know why someone would just look at you like that but it brings up a good question: Why do people stare at you knowing that it's awkward for both people involved?

Answer 1

things like being eyeballed by a random stranger are awkward that's just one of the facts of life.Some people do it because they can't really help it or sometimes some people do it because their curious.The best thing to do is ignore it and they sometimes will stop but some people have a tendency to not notice that their staring so the best solution is to not pay any attention to them

Answer 2

No manners. I saw a grown woman point the other day at someone else. I was appalled.  

Answer 3

maybe they don't feel akward!  maybe they were looking past you!

maybe you look like someone but they just can't put their fingure on it!

maybe they are day dreaming! the hair style you have could send them off into dream land or what ever!

Answer 4

when i'm on the bus and someone is staring at me, i tend to try and give them the face of 'what are you staring at!" because i don't stare, i always mind my business and look out the window. when someone is staring at me, i feel pressured i feel like they watching my every move. they could be jealous of something you have, you could be a very nice looking guy to look at, maybe they do know you but dont know from where. there are kinds of reasons. especially lack of manners.

Answer 5

My husband stares because he is nosy and ridiculously curious! I also tell him to stop...its almost like he can't help himself.  

Answer 6

I think sometimes people don't realize they are doing it.  

Answer 7

Did you think that maybe she wasnt staring at you at all that maybe she was staring through you lost in thought and not even realizing you were there? I know I do that sometimes.  

Answer 8

Some people do this intentionally to make you feel uncomfortable. Well, they do it to me hoping i'll get nervous or anxious. I just laugh it off. Say, "Take a picture, it lasts longer." Or, throw your arms up in the air, and give the "what you looking at??" look.  

Answer 9

it's probably because you're ugly

Answer 10

because something intrigues them

it may be good or bad but something interests them or they would not look