He was dancing to some music No one else had ever heard He'd speak in unknown languages She would translate every word And then when the world was laughing At his castles in the sky She'd hold him in her body Till he once again could fly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A couple shares a private world of music and language, and she supports him when others mock his dreams.
- In plain terms
- He speaks in made-up languages and she understands him, protecting him from people who laugh at his dreams.
- What can you take from it?
- Partners can validate each other's unique visions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who validates your dreams?
- How do you support a partner's imagination?
Another view
Escapism might avoid dealing with real-world issues.
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