How to Give Someone a Super Evil Stare

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A good evil glare comes in handy when you want to get rid of bullies or other annoying people, or when you need to assert your personal space. That’s why we’ve put together this simple guide on mastering an evil death stare, using intimidating body language, and knowing when to use your new evil stare.

Doing a Death Stare

Achieve a perfect evil stare by tilting your head downward slightly. Narrow your eyes and push your eyebrows together. Clench your jaw and form your mouth into either a straight line or a small frown. Maintain eye contact until the other person looks away.

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Mastering an Evil Stare

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  1. Tuck your chin down just a little toward your neck while you stare at someone. This naturally makes your brows heavier and angrier, which is key to looking intimidating and landing that death stare. It also directs someone’s gaze toward your eyes. The eyes are a big part of looking intimidating! [1]
    • Practice your expressions in the mirror so you know what your own faces and expressions look like.
    • Ask a friend to help you test your expressions and give you feedback.
  2. Angry brows form a “V” shape on your forehead. To achieve this, push your eyebrows down and toward each other. Then, squint very slightly to make your eyes smaller. Studies show that smaller-looking eyes enhance the angry look. [2]
    • As you stare, maintain eye contact . It makes people feel pressured or singled out, and like you’re challenging them.
    • Don’t overdo your expressions. If you make them too dramatic, they become a little cartoony or silly. Be more subtle to really make someone else squirm.
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  3. Bite your teeth together fairly hard while keeping your mouth shut. [3] Then, keep your lips either in a straight line, or curve them downward just a little into a mysterious and unsettling frown.
    • You might also just your lower jaw out just slightly, but remember: don’t overdo it!
    • Or, to look super evil or cunning, smile with only one corner of your mouth.
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Using Intimidating Body Language

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  1. Standing up straight helps you take up more physical space, which is a great way to suggest dominance. [4] Straighten your spine and push your shoulders back, making yourself as wide as possible.
  2. Crossed arms are an example of “closed posture,” and is a classic way to use body language to express anger, frustration, or a number of other negative emotions. [5] Or, you might clench your fists, to signal that you’re really angry.
    • If your standing, spread your legs so that your feet are about even with your shoulders for wide, powerful stance.
  3. When it comes to intimidating someone, it all comes down to confidence . [6] You have to be able to keep eye contact, and don’t look away until the other person does first, or until it feels right. Take deep breaths and calm your mind , even when you want to look angry.
    • Think about your worst enemy, or something that makes you mad, to really add some fire to your evil stare, and also to keep yourself from laughing.
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When to Use Your Evil Stare

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  1. Licensed psychologist Dr. Gera Anderson says that most of the time, being intimidating “is not a good thing, unless you are in a situation that involves your safety.” In general, it’s best not to be too aggressive. Being aggressive often only raises tensions and makes the situation worse. Before you use the stare, try talking things out or consulting with an adult or another authority to work things out. [7]
    • Try to remember that whoever’s frustrating you probably has their own issues that are making them act out.
  2. A fierce glare is a great way to get someone to back down if they’re teasing you or goading you. It tells them that you’re not in the mood, and they better quit it. Just remember that some people might stare right back, or even escalate the situation, so use the stare responsibly.
  3. Not everyone is vulnerable to a nasty look. If your stare doesn’t get the reaction you want, don’t panic, and also don’t do anything to make the situation worse. Just turn your head away and focus your attention on something else, which tells the other person that they’re not worth your time.
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    What should I do if they want to fight?
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    John Graden is a Martial Arts Expert and the founder of the Martial Arts Teachers’ Association (MATA) based in Tampa Bay, Florida. An 8th-degree black belt, John offers a variety of courses, including Student Safety, Real Estate Agent Safety, Anti-Abduction, and Customized Self Defense. He also provides training in Verbal Defense, Public Speaking, and Leadership. Dubbed the "Teacher of Teachers" by Martial Arts World magazine, John has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, on the A&E Network, and the Dr. Oz Show.
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    You have to stay calm, be focused, and try to deescalate the situation. Most fights can be avoided with a verbal de-escalation and emotional control. A calm, cooperative attitude can often throw off someone who’s looking for a fight, as they’re usually expecting your aggression in return. Remember that physical force should only ever be used as a last resort. And it's not about "winning" a confrontation—it's about keeping yourself safe and walking away with dignity.
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    Look intently into the other person's eyes without looking away. Try to look down at them and force them to look away first.
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    When someone notices you looking at them, do not look away. They will think something is wrong with you and be creeped out and unsure if they are safe or not.
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      1. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/relationships/communication/nonverbal-communication
      2. ↑ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19186915/
      3. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/relationships/communication/anger-management
      4. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/202104/how-some-men-use-body-language-to-control-others
      5. ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8229315/
      6. ↑ https://www.vice.com/en/article/how-to-intimidate-people-293/
      7. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/relationships/communication/anger-management

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      To do the perfect evil stare, squint your eyes and push your eyebrows down and together. You can also push your jaw forward a bit or do a subtle frown. Also, consider crossing your arms while you stare so you look even more villainous. Try practicing your evil stare in front of a mirror a few times, and make adjustments until it's just right. To learn how to practice your evil stare with a friend, scroll down!

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