Re: Look me in the eye
By not looking someone in the eyes when talking to them shows disrespect, not respect. Surely 'lowering the gaze' is meant so men don't lust after women with their eyes - not to prevent them to carry on an adult, respectful conversation. If a man is such a pig that he can't talk to a woman without undressing her with his eyes and flirting, he should stay home or say some extra prayers to prevent his sinful thoughts and actions.