I hear him, before I go to sleep And focus on the day that's been. I realise he's there, When I turn the light off and turn over.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker senses someone's presence at night when focusing on the day and turning off the light.
- In plain terms
- At night, the speaker feels someone is there when the lights go out.
- What can you take from it?
- The mind can sense presence even in darkness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you feel spirits at night?
- Why does darkness change feeling?
Another view
This could be imaginary or wishful thinking.
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