“He who has a good friend has no need of a mirror.”
What this quote means
Charles De Coster's maxim celebrates friendship as a mirror of the soul. A true friend reflects our truth, our strengths and weaknesses, without complacency or judgment. He helps us know ourselves, to see what we do not see. In this, he is more precious than a material mirror. This relationship requires trust and reciprocity. It reminds us that we are not alone, that someone sees us as we are and accepts us.
How to apply it daily
Call or write to a trusted friend and tell them what they mean to you. Ask them for honest feedback on a question that concerns you.
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