Mirrors

I don't need to ask.

The universe sends me mirrors.

Like a riddle, I have to unravel

the meaning to be clear

It says, 'Look, you aren't alone.

You don't have to face this on your own.

I am here. I am holding you.'

Or, is it just me?

Am I being reflected back to me?

Am I creating this fantasy?

Am I searching for those parts of me?

Or, alternatively, am I recognizing shared humanity?

Am I really not so alone?

No, I don't think so.

Whatever the truth may be.

Sarah Quinley is a psychotherapist and counsellor, singer-songwriter, artist and poet currently based in Edinburgh. She curates a blog accepting stories about people's experiences in therapy. You can submit your stories and visit her website here: https://www.clearlightminds.com/blog