Mirror Play for Grown-ups

Who is the person behind your mirror? What do they say to go when you pause to reflect on what you see. Are they always complimentary, or do they barrage you with comments that suggest you don’t look quite right, you are weak, stupid, or simply not good enough. If a close friend was behind this reflective glass and said to you any of these things that you are saying to yourself, would you accept it? If not, then why do we put up with it from ourselves?