There comes a time when watching the hands is not necessary. When I play my classical in complete darkness, which is often, I play looking straight ahead while visualizing the fret board. In normal daylight, I do the same thing with my eyes closed. If you think about it a moment, constantly visually monitoring oneself can be an added burden rather than a benefit. Mental imagery while playing removes the middleman (eyes) and you will find yourself becoming much more adept and integral with the guitar. Ask yourself the question: Why do I need to play guitar with my eyes?
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