This is one of the best quotes I really like. I don’t know why I have this sudden desire to blog about mirrors and reflections. What we are and what we want to be are sometimes reflected in the way we see other people. There are times when we feel so attuned with people we just met because we are entirely in sync with them. Our thoughts are on the same wavelength, so to speak. Sometimes, that’s where friendship begins.
There are moments though that all we see of ourselves are what we believe we are but they are just reflections we borrow from other people. We tend to gravitate towards those who have the same interests and aspirations like we do. I don’t actually believe in the adage that opposites attract. It’s rather, you see something in the person that you admire so it is easier to befriend him or her. Deep within, you have something in common and the mere fact that you are also different in some ways makes the encounter a little something to look forward to, it makes the encounter a little more interesting.
So what do you think is the best mirror where you can see yourself as you truly are? I think close friends fill that role in your life. They are our daily mirrors where the truth is reflected, the truth that we normally don’t recognize ourselves. Sometimes, we see a little crack at the edge but that’s part of the journey, it’s kind of dull when everything is smooth, we need to be reminded that life is a challenge that we need to face.
And let me end this blog with a lovely quote from Edith Wharton, “There are two ways to spread happiness; either be the light who shines or be the mirror who reflects it.”
The reflection that we see in a mirror is flat of course. But it provides us with an impression of how we think others see us. That couldn’t be further from the truth though, as others see us in three dimensions, with all of our faults, but our best features too.
Best wishes, Pete.
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There’s a quote that says, “you are a reflection of what I see myself as I am and I should be…” or something to that effect. I could not remember the whole quote but is surely applies here. True friends see us the way we are, warts and all 🙂 Thanks Pete.
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Awesome post. I just loved your thoughts so much. It’s really insightful. Loved it !! 😊
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Thank you Abhijith. So glad you like it 🙂
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You are welcome 😊. Your blog is really awesome and inspiring. You have a great gift within you.Please continue blogging and inspire people around you 😊.
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Sound thoughts, Arlene. Instinct is always a guide
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Thanks Derrick!
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Love the quotes here Arlene. A very reflective post.
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So glad you like it Miriam, thanks!
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Arlene – what a timely post today, especially here in my home state of Virginia where yesterday senseless violence erupted. We need to look more carefully in the mirror of others to see their belovedness (& ours) from our Creator, whether we are pink, purple, red or blue in hue. 💜🙄💜
p.s. Here’s a mirror challenge from Saint Clare of Assisi: “Place your mind before the mirror of eternity!”
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Virginia, so sorry about what happened. be safe always. I love that quote from St. Clare. It was her Feast Day last August 11.
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My husband is my best mirror because he both sees who I really am and he loves me. I am trying to see my flaws with the same kindness he does.
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Wow. I think those we love best reflect what is good or bad in us. Thanks Elizabeth.
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love both quotes, Arlene. a stained glass window is akin to our family as a whole Arlene. we are individually broken, but put together, we are such beautiful that shines 🙂 🙂
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Beautifully put Wilma. Love your thoughts, thanks!
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Wonderful post Arlene! 😊
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Thanks Sabine.
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Lovely post indeed. I absolutely enjoy reading it.
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Thank you so much🌝
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