Every person you encounter in your life acts as a mirror, reflecting an image of you. However, these reflections are seldom the true depiction of your personality. Instead, they are often skewed, or in other words, 'twisted'. These twisted mirrors can range from your closest friends to random strangers you pass by on the street.
Your friends, who love and care for you, may often focus on your positive attributes, your strengths, your good deeds. On the contrary, those who do not know you well might lean towards noticing your flaws, your shortcomings, your mistakes. Each person perceives you through their own lens, based on their experiences, their mindset, and their relationship with you.
However, the images reflected in these twisted mirrors do not define who you truly are. They are subjective perceptions, filled with personal biases and judgments. If you base your identity solely on these reflections, you risk getting lost in a fabricated world, a world that misrepresents your true self.
This is not to say that you should completely ignore these reflections. Instead, consider them as a source of insight, a way to understand how you're perceived by others. But remember, these perceptions shouldn't dictate your actions or self-perception. Don't let your mind get tangled in the maze of twisted reflections, reacting and responding solely based on others' views of you.
In this journey of self-discovery, self-control plays a pivotal role. While you cannot control the world around you, you certainly have the power to control yourself, to control how you perceive and respond to these reflections. It's essential to avoid getting lost in the twisted mirrors and to steer your own ship, to shape your identity based on your own introspection, your values, your aspirations.
By acknowledging the twisted mirrors for what they are - distorted reflections - and focusing on your internal compass, you'll be better equipped to navigate through life, to uncover the 'real you' and to carve your own path. In the end, your self-perception, the image that emanates from the depth of your mind, should be the guiding light in your journey of self-discovery.
