Kreyman believes, "Essentially, we are facing a mental-health epidemic of being lonely. The interpersonal connection is being threatened by our attachment to technology, which is only advancing and making us less 'present'. Those who are getting affected by this the most are children whose interpersonal development skills are found lacking at an early age, when it is most crucial for their development. Therefore mindfulness programmes like eye gazing are a direct-response mutual meditation that dissolves barriers between people and instils unity among large groups of people quickly."

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At first, it does feel a bit odd, but as you notice those around you doing the same, it puts you in a comfortable space.

Kreyman adds, "One of the benefits of eye gazing is that it helps people deal with their social anxiety in a safe environment. It shows them that a genuine connection is readily available for anyone to give and receive if they are open to it. It allows participants to build their confidence and become more expressive in who they truly are, allowing for more effective and authentic streams of communication with whom they interact with."

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