The Mirror of Awareness – Using the Group as a Mirror

This is a straightforward group activity for building insight. One way that we can increase insight is to objectively look at ourselves through the eyes of others. Other people see us differently than we see ourselves so if we are open-minded about others’ views, we can use these opportunities to learn. This is not to say that other people’s views and opinions about us are always correct because other people clearly can be wrong. However, still there may be some truth to be learned through the eyes of others. We just need to be open minded, look and listen with a positive attitude

The directions for this exercise are as follows: Everyone in the group should get the handout “The Mirror of Awareness” on the following page. Then take turns asking another group member a question about yourself from the selections on the mirror diagram. Listen to what others have to say with an open mind and even if you don’t agree, that is still okay, just let it go. This is just about getting a perspective from others to “see” ourselves through the “mirror” of another’s eyes. Take what you can from feedback and leave the rest

The rules for people answering questions are:

Use polite and respectful language – Speak to others the way you want to be spoken too

Do not be insulting or hurtful (When in doubt, leave it out- If you think the person may be offended then do not say it)

Focus on the inner person, not appearance, physical characteristics, looks or style

THE MIRROR OF AWARENESS

Process questions after the group is complete:

 

1.  How did it feel to get feedback?

 

2.  How did it feel to give feedback?

 

3.  What is at least one (or more) things you learned about yourself or at least got a new perspective on?

 

4.  What are some things that stood out to you from this exercise that perhaps you can use as a positive take away?

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