I want to draw a little map of concepts and questions. Let me introduce my point of view on the concept of distorting mirror by reflecting on what happens when you write a diary.
Writing is one way to reflect oneself.
It's one technology of reflection. A popular way to reflect oneself is to write a diary. When we write about ourselves trying to understand ourselves something astounding happens. The very process of writing reveals new things to us. The very act of writing brings out new ideas.