“Talking To” is an exploration of how even the most innocuous thoughts can get stuck on a loop. Deepening as you try and claw your way out. Oftentimes the only way out is by actively talking to yourself. Bringing awareness to the vicious cycle, and reminding yourself to slow down, breathe, and give it time. The only way out is through, right? And then, only when you’re finally able to step back, can you see the surprising beauty in it all. There’s a certain wonder to the way everything shifts. the thoughts, feelings, and spaces. The song is a mantra. If you can just stand back, observe, and talk to yourself, you’ll be okay.
lyrics
On the earth
There are trees
Full of fruit, and birds, and leaves
Look and see
I know you (need a good talking to)
I know you (do what you have to do)
I know you (catch all those bugs at night)
I know you (know you don’t have to fight)
There are dogs in the street
Crying for the taste of meat
Hear them weep
I know you (need a good talking to)
I know you (do what you have to do)
I know you (catch all those bugs at night)
I know you (know you don’t have to fight)
Talk it over, talk it over
Talk it over, talk it over
Warmer, colder
Warmer, colder
Warmer, colder
Warmer, colder
Sing a song to makes it better in the meantime
Fold the laundry, do the dishes, watch the tree line
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