Why Do We Blink When We're Nervous?

When we're nervous, our body gets ready to either fight or run away. Blinking helps keep our eyes clean and protected, and it also shows that we're paying attention to what's going on around us. Think of blinking like a little signal your brain sends when you feel scared or excited.

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Examples

  1. When you're waiting for your turn on stage and start blinking fast.
  2. Your eyes blink a lot when you're trying to hide your fear before speaking up.
  3. You blink quickly while being interviewed for a job.

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