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What does it mean?
A patient fears seeing his reflection, but the doctor clarifies his eyesight is fine.
In plain terms
I hate looking in the mirror, but my eyes work fine.
What can you take from it?
Self-perception is often a psychological issue, not a physical one.

Where it applies

  • body image issues
  • dealing with appearance
  • self-reflection

Putting it to work

  • assess self-image
  • seek counseling
  • focus on health

Questions to consider

  • How do you see yourself?
  • Is appearance important?

Another view

The joke downplays genuine body image struggles.

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