You Are the Light Behind the Mask
The afternoon light hits the glass, and for a second, the face staring back feels like a stranger wearing your skin. You are moving through the motions, but the person inside the routine feels far away.
The mask fits so well you forget where it ends and you begin. But listen — the light does not need your face to look a certain way to live inside you.
It was there before the performance started. It is there while you pretend to be okay.
You are not the reflection that fades when the sun goes down. You are the light that makes the reflection visible at all.
Drawing from
Gospel of Thomas, John
Verses
John 8:12
Carry this guide with you
Phaino is a private, on-device spiritual guide. Your conversations never leave your phone.
Download on the App StoreA reflection in your inbox every morning
Start your day with words that meet you where you are.
Subscribe on Substack