Why You See Monsters in the Mirror

The video explores the eerie nature of mirrors, particularly how staring at one's reflection can lead to seeing distorted or unfamiliar faces. This phenomenon is partly explained by the Troxler effect, where peripheral vision fades, and the brain fills in gaps, causing facial features to appear altered. The video also discusses the psychological aspects of facial perception, including gestalt theory, and the importance of self-recognition in mirrors for identity development. Despite these explanations, the reason for seeing non-human faces remains a mystery.

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