In ancient times, eye contact between people was full of deep meaning. Looking each other in the eye is not only a courtesy, but also a meeting of souls. Those postures of squinting or bowing their heads contain complex emotions and status symbols in various social and cultural backgrounds.
Traditionally, the direction and depth of the gaze are endowed with rich connotations. For example, strabismus is often interpreted as a disdainful or contemptuous attitude that reflects the arrogance or dissatisfaction of the other person. Lowering one's head and lowering one's eyes may be seen as humility, shyness, or in a given cultural context, it may mean a certain kind of low social status.
"The eye is the window to the soul" is a saying that runs through various cultures and eras. It is often believed that the other person is only sincere and trustworthy when they are brave enough to look at you. In some ancient cultures, how to use eyes has even become a social etiquette, affecting the relationship and interaction between people.
Especially among women in ancient times, looking directly at each other did not mean rude or inappropriate, but rather a sign of frankness and innocence. And those women who have to live in a difficult environment and have to bow their heads to live, their lowered eyes are often related to their living situation, and become a silent sigh.
In the concept of the ancients, "swinging" is also an undesirable behavior, especially for women, this behavior is considered to be a sign of loss of dignity, which is very different from the image that women should have. In those days, good manners were considered a reflection of morality, both men and women.
In ancient times, people had a deep belief in the correlation between appearance and character. Legend has it that officialdom selection not only emphasizes talent, but also pays more attention to the external image of candidates. This is not only reflected in the first appearance, but also in the prediction of its fate and character.
Going deep into the long river of history, we found that there was a special procedure for the selection of the first in the Tang Dynasty - "looking at the face and knowing the person". It is said that in this process, the officials who selected the candidates will carefully observe the face, posture, and even gait of the candidates to judge whether they are suitable for official positions. Behind this practice is an ancient belief that a person's appearance can reflect his inner qualities and future destiny.
Legend has it that Zhong Kui was a victim of this concept. He was talented, but because of his unique appearance, he was given a cold reception on the Jinluan Palace, and finally ended in tragedy. This story has been repeatedly told by later generations and has become a typical case of the disadvantages of "judging people by their appearance".
The ancients' belief in the connection between physiognomy and fate was not limited to officialdom. Among the people, there are also various superstitious theories about appearance. For example, there is a theory that the shape of the ears is inextricably linked to household wealth, especially those whose ear shapes are believed to be "windward ears", and it is said that such people are prone to the loss of household wealth.
With the passage of time, these old ideas have gradually been replaced by rational thinking in modern society. People are beginning to realize that a person's worth should not be defined by their physical appearance, but should focus more on their inner qualities and talents. In fact, there is no shortage of people in history who were ordinary in appearance and even regarded as unlucky, and finally achieved extraordinary results through their own efforts.
In a modern society dominated by science, we still find ourselves occasionally plagued by ancient superstitions. Physiognomy and palmistry seem to have become the basis for some people to judge the fate and character of others. However, we must recognize that these are nothing more than myths with no scientific basis.
At a party, I met a young lady who always kept her head down and a hint of melancholy in her eyes. People around her speculated that maybe her life was full of unsatisfactory. However, when the ** sounded, she suddenly raised her head and a bright smile bloomed on her face, as if all the gloom had been dispelled at that moment. She told me, "Life will always have its ups and downs, but we choose to face it with a smile. ”
As for those who unconsciously shake their legs or feet, they may just be a part of their natural instinct to be lively and active. During an after-dinner chat, a friend was seen as anxious because he kept shaking his legs. "It's just a habitual action on my part, and it has nothing to do with my mood," he explains. "This conversation made everyone present realize that some of the habitual behaviors of a person do not fully represent his personality and state.
When it comes to using physiognomy to ** personal future, this is a huge misunderstanding. At a forum, a lecturer criticized this approach from a scientific perspective: "Destiny is in everyone's hands, and it is up to you to fight for and change, not to rely on physiognomy." His words sparked a lively discussion, and many began to reflect on their own superstitious beliefs.
What really determines a person's future is not his appearance, but his efforts and actions. As the lady who suddenly smiled at the party showed, no matter what kind of difficulties we face, facing them with a positive and optimistic attitude is what we should learn.
Therefore, we should abandon those superstitious beliefs that have no scientific basis, and firmly believe that as long as people maintain a positive attitude and pursue their dreams with practical actions, a better future will come.
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