Vitamin Eye

Social nutrients worth a second look

Shelagh Robinson, Ph.D. is an instructor in psychology at Dawson College and McGill University. She is a member of l'Ordre des psychologues du Québec, and is the Director of Eyerise, Montreal. See full bio

July 29, 2009

Eye for an Eye -- Visual Violence

Eye violence is a compelling force in the social universe, with the power to influence our physical and emotional well-being. And not just for the person on the receiving end of the look. Perpetrators do no good for themselves either. Read More

July 9, 2009

Gaze Raising

Star-gazer or navel-gazer? It's not either/ or, but patterns and tendencies - explore the activities at the end of this blog to see yours.

June 30, 2009

Blindspots

Who you looking at? More importantly, who you not looking at? What does it matter? It can be valuable to know. When we take a second look at what and who we ordinarily overlook, we discover some very interesting things about ourselves. Read More

June 23, 2009

Eye Candy

Eye candy is, by definition, good-looking people: Sweet to stare at, they tempt us with their addictive visuals. But the term has another meaning, especially when we remember that our brain's primary fuel is sugar. Eye candy is also a special kind of mutual gaze -- one that is dense with energy, sends our pleasure chemicals surging, and looks absolutely delicious. And it's good for you. Read More

June 18, 2009

Vitamin Eye: Some Looks Can Shift Lives

Vitamin Eye...You know the feeling. Even if you've never thought about it, you recognize it: The physical surge of love at first sight. A proud glance by someone you admire. The warm gaze of a happy child. When your team is winning and you gleefully catch the eyes of other fans. It's an important part of your social nutrition.