I can't hold on very long Forgive me, pretty baby, but I always take the long way home
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker admits they struggle to hold on to love and often delay their return.
- In plain terms
- I cannot hold on for long and often take my time returning home.
- What can you take from it?
- We should forgive ourselves for taking our own time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you take the long way home?
Another view
It may excuse avoidant behavior rather than solving the issue.
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