Nope.
Should I start talking and smiling at people with my eyes closed?
No ... I don't think it will accomplish anything but confusion.
Nope eye contact is a must!
Oh hell yeah! While you're standing there looking like a weirdo smiling and talking with your eyes closed the people you're smiling and talking to will be looking at each other mouthing the words what's up with this GOOBER!!!!!!!
