10 Reasons Why They're Staring at You

Scopophobia – That's the fear of being stared at by others. At times, it's obvious why you're being looked at and then there are those times you're left scratching your head, wondering whether it was just your overactive imagination leading you to think that people are eyeballing you. I, for one, wonder if I'm being pranked on a Just for Laughs Gags kind of show. When I'm at a mall especially. Here are some other possible reasons.

1. They think you're odd. 
2. They're people-watching.
3. You have an interesting/awe-inspiring/beautiful face. You're probably going to be approached for your number soon if they're brave enough – either for a date or a modelling op. One can dream, right? 
4. You have an interesting life & they want to emulate it by following your every move.
5. They caught you looking at them (& want to stroke their ego by not backing down from the 'challenge' of a stare down).
6. You're just being overly self-conscious. They may be looking in your general direction. People are mostly indifferent to one another going about their day, getting their work done.
7. They want to be friends with you. It's human nature to want to reach out and connect with others.
8. They're so deep in thought that they didn't even realise they're looking at you.
9. You've been stereotyped – because of your style, expression, appearance, etc. 
10. They see you as a potential threat, because you're not very "friendly". (RBF, anyone?) i.e. your body language is negative.