That's funny, often when I have something difficult to say I force myself to make eye contact and say it. Although it is more like I look right through her. I guess its kind of a way to show false confidence when feeling weakened. She has likely figured this out by now but less receptive people don't.

I'm also the type of person who gets to a party and sees someone that I really dislike. Instead of attempting to avoid them the whole night. I walk up shake his/her hand say a few pleasantries then move on quickly. Kind of like, let's get this over with quick, sweet and using my script.