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The Psychology Behind the Eyes on Cereal Boxes
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A study found that cereal boxes with characters looking directly at children lead to increased brand loyalty. Additionally, the average gaze on cereal boxes is a downward gaze of about 9.6 degrees.

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A study conducted by Cornell University found that when looking at images on cereal boxes, the downward gaze is an average of 9.6 degrees, meaning the characters on the boxes are not making eye contact with the average adult consumer.
02:43 - 03:58 (01:14)
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A study conducted by Cornell University found that when looking at images on cereal boxes, the downward gaze is an average of 9.6 degrees, meaning the characters on the boxes are not making eye contact with the average adult consumer.

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The Psychology Behind the Eyes on Cereal Boxes
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Stuff You Should Know
Cereal boxes with characters looking into a child's eyes have a 28% brand loyalty compared to boxes without them.
03:58 - 05:19 (01:21)
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Cereal boxes with characters looking into a child's eyes have a 28% brand loyalty compared to boxes without them. This demonstrates the power of the gaze and how even a lifeless cartoon character can influence consumer decisions.

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The Psychology Behind the Eyes on Cereal Boxes
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Selects: What's the Deal With Staring?
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Stuff You Should Know
Eye contact and staring can have various meanings depending on culture, ranging from intimidation tactics to expressing power, and can make people uncomfortable universally.
05:19 - 06:41 (01:21)
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Eye contact, culture, power
Summary

Eye contact and staring can have various meanings depending on culture, ranging from intimidation tactics to expressing power, and can make people uncomfortable universally.

Chapter
The Psychology Behind the Eyes on Cereal Boxes
Episode
Selects: What's the Deal With Staring?
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know