Looking through a window the other day I noticed my blurry reflection and stared at it for a while. I decided not to focus on my appearance but at my inner self instead. I began to wonder how many times in our lives do we look at our mirror images and meditate on who we are rather than contemplate on how we look. We need mirrors in our lives, we use them on a daily basis, but how often do we stare straight back at us and consciously reflect on who we really are as individuals?
There are times in our lives when we need an introspective look into ourselves. Think about who we are and what we care about most. How we feel and why we act the way we do in certain given situations. This mental process of looking within has a higher impact, and could be more effective, when we confront ourselves “face to face.” Our own observation and self- analysis highlights both our flaws and strengths. We have a significant opportunity to think deeply about the things we don’t like and want to change about ourselves, and acknowledge, as well as value, all of our positive qualities.
Personally, I think reflection enables us to change and grow as individuals. Changing ourselves for the better would help us become better persons. Being better means having a greater quality of life, which would not only make us feel good about ourselves, but also allow the people around us to appreciate the person we are.
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
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