(24 Sep 2026, 23:37 )Auburn_Aura Wrote: Are there any studies or anything regarding extended periods of staring into a mirror?
The thought occured to me while looking at my phone, when the screen was dark I saw my face reflected back to me.
With hypno files using subliminal audio tracks, I wonder if everyone staring into their phones all the time might act as a subliminal visual track.
Would this increase a sense of narcicism over time? Would there be additional effects if someone got used to there being a crack within the screen?
I am curious what other people think about this.
I once used a mirror as an alternative to seeing a psychologist. At times, I used my reflection as a drinking buddy, and during moments of extreme stress, I used it as a medium to “sort of connect” with deceased relatives, “ask them for advice,” or “borrow” their “power” for a while.
I also remember using it at times to help with clumsy self-hypnosis (which actually worked quite well, but I went about it the wrong way from the start and ended up scattering my consciousness—resulting in burnout and a nearly permanent state of stress and anxiety).
And it’s not hard to develop narcissism in yourself even without a mirror; falling in love with your own reflection is more of a consequence than a cause.
Cracked reflections, however, might not be such a good idea (there’s a reason for superstitions like not looking into a cracked mirror)—if we set aside the mystical aspects, I think the subconscious will start to perceive a certain “broken” quality there.
Well, in general, in my opinion, a mirror can be a good tool for self-reflection and dialogue with one’s inner self, especially if you combine it with a change of image.
But personally, right now, when I’m using Bambi files and similar ones, the reflection tends to distract me and, at the same time, holds me back from making changes (that is, technically, it acts as an anchor of stability).
Or you could use hypnosis and meditation sessions specifically designed for mirrors—in that case, everything depends on the program developed by the creator of these files.