If Everyone You Meet Is A Mirror Of Yourself — Is it A Blessing or A Lesson
You may have heard people say everyone you meet is a mirror of yourself, but what does it mean? An example is the involuntary physical response we have when meeting someone. What is happening here? You may be surprised at what might be going on. A deep visceral reaction is an involuntary response that evokes a physical reaction. It is the brain's hardwired primitive early warning system. Learning what triggers this response is a key to understanding our psyche. We can use this knowledge to overcome roadblocks to growth.
How Consciousness Is Like a Mirror
The realms of philosophy and cognitive science are still a bit of an enigma. There are many things about consciousness that we have yet to unravel. Our experience of reality is like peering into a broken mirror. (1) Every reflection holds a different view of reality. The task is learning how to interpret this collage of different reflections. Is it a blessing, a lesson, or something else? Reflective Nature of Perception Just as a mirror reflects a physical image, consciousness reflects our perceptions. Perception is a creative process that happens in the mind. Consciousness is an instrument of interpretation. It creates an image from imagination, memory, and the senses. A glass mirror reflects a replica of the object placed before it. But consciousness is an interpretive medium. It provides a carefully crafted result that fits our expectations. Subjective Interpretation When two people view the same event, they often see it differently. This is why eyewitness accounts of crimes contain inaccuracies. It's really not a surprise. Consciousness allows us to perceive our own personal reality. It is a lens of a camera influenced by our personality, beliefs, and emotions. Illusion and Cognitive Distortion Mirrors can often deceive us by reflecting a distorted or altered image. In the same way, consciousness can lead us to misinterpretations or illusions. Flaws on the surface of a mirror change the image it reflects. Read the full article