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With body language it's the whole package. The eye contact is just part of it. Sadly though, drivers are more likley to take notice of a ton and half of steel than a few lbs of flesh and bone.
Ideally, in the above situation, I would be looking to move off from the lights as quickly as possible to firmly establish my right of way although it's easy to say these things from the comfort of a keyboard. In the real world it's all about survival.
Have you had any cycle training btw. It may be worth a session or 2 if for no other reason than to restore your confidence!