--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Those lying mirrors! I thought as I…" description: "\"“Those lying mirrors! I thought as I noticed he was close to me now. They had always shown me as ugly but seeing my reflection in his eyes I could see ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/02e/morning-s-hope-72156_reflection-eyes_those-lying-mirrors-i-thought-as-i-notic_2618601.jpg" --- # Those lying mirrors! I thought as I noticed he was close… ![“Those lying mirrors! I thought as I noticed he was close to me now. They had always shown me as ugly but seeing my reflection in his eyes I could see that I too was capable of being captivating. I released my heart and added an addendum, "And I love you.” quote by Morning's Hope](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/02e/morning-s-hope-72156_reflection-eyes_those-lying-mirrors-i-thought-as-i-notic_2618601.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/02e/morning-s-hope-72156_reflection-eyes_those-lying-mirrors-i-thought-as-i-notic_2618601.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/02e/morning-s-hope-72156_reflection-eyes_those-lying-mirrors-i-thought-as-i-notic_2618601.jpg) > ““Those lying mirrors! I thought as I noticed he was close to me now. They had always shown me as ugly but seeing my reflection in his eyes I could see that I too was capable of being captivating. I released my heart and added an addendum, "And I love you.”” Morning's Hope ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self‑perception changes when seen through another’s eyes, revealing hidden beauty and love. **In simple terms:** Seeing yourself through love reveals beauty. Key Takeaway Embrace love’s perspective. Themes self‑image love transformation Mood hopeful introspective Type poetic inspirational When to use this quote - relationships - personal growth - mental health - artistic expression Key Concepts reflection empathy self‑acceptance Questions to Reflect On - How does another’s view alter your self‑esteem? - What does love reveal about your hidden strengths? 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