EYE-GAZING

One of the practices Lillian exhibited during the shoot was eye-gazing, also known as soul-gazing. In this ancient tantric practice, two people sit facing each other looking at the others’ left eye which is understood to be the window into the soul. This exercise builds a deep intimate connection between the practitioners. Lillian performs this exercise with herself at a mirror professing love and acceptance to herself. This was originally an exercise to be left out of the film. It was so profound to me, I wove it into the piece. It is a practice I have done myself to heal.