Quote #14850
If you can't see anything beautiful about yourself, get a better mirror.
Shane Koyczan
About This Quote
This quote needs no introduction—at least for now. We're working on adding more context soon.
Interpretation
The line reframes self-image as something shaped by perspective rather than fixed fact. “Mirror” works both literally (how one looks) and metaphorically (the standards, comparisons, and voices through which one evaluates oneself). The advice implies that harsh self-judgment often comes from a distorted lens—internalized criticism, unrealistic ideals, or environments that reflect back contempt instead of care. “Get a better mirror” therefore suggests changing the frame: seek kinder self-talk, healthier communities, and more truthful measures of worth. The quote’s punchy imperative fits spoken-word’s motivational register, turning a private struggle with self-esteem into an actionable shift in viewpoint.




