Lights ~ by Ellie Goulding
I had a way then losing it all on my own
I had a heart then but the queen has been overthrown
And I'm not sleeping now, the dark is too hard to beat
And I'm not keeping now the strength I need to push me
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone
And so I tell myself that I'll be strong
And dreaming when they're gone
'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home
Calling, calling, calling home
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone home
Voices I play within my head
Touch my own skin and hope that I'm still breathing
And I think back to when my brother and my sister slept
In an unknown place the only time I feel safe
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone
And so I tell myself that I'll be strong
And dreaming when they're gone
'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home
Calling, calling, calling home
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone home
Yeah, hee
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights, lights, lights
(Home, home)
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone
And so I tell myself that I'll be strong
And dreaming when they're gone
'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home
Calling, calling, calling home
You show the lights that stop me turn to stone
You shine it when I'm alone home
Home, home
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights, lights, lights
Home, home
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights, lights, lights
Home, home
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights, lights, lights
Home, home
Light, lights, lights, lights
Light, lights, lights, lights
Main Credits:
- Artist: Ellie Goulding
- Writers: Ellie Goulding, Richard "Biff" Stannard, Ash Howes
- Producers: Richard "Biff" Stannard, Ash Howes
- Label: Polydor Records
- Director (Music Video): Sophie Muller [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Production Details:
- Bass: Ash Howes & Richard "Biff" Stannard
- Mastering: Naweed at Whitfield Mastering
Some of us are afraid of the dark, which is the meaning behind this excellent song. Fear incapacitates many of us, whether it is the dark, demons, flying, heights etc.
Learning ways to confront our fears can be vital in our recuperation from abuse.
Prayers,
Curtis
🌘 Finding Light in the Fear: Ways to Combat Fear of Darkness ~
Darkness often awakens the oldest part of our nervous system — the instinct to protect ourselves from the unknown. Yet, learning to coexist with it can become a profound act of healing. Below are practical and emotional strategies to help transform fear of the dark into a quiet space of peace.
🔦 1. Reframe the Darkness
Instead of seeing darkness as emptiness, view it as rest — a pause between chapters. Try journaling what the dark represents to you: silence, mystery, or renewal. This reframing turns fear into curiosity.
🕯️ 2. Create a Ritual of Light
Use a small, intentional light — a candle, night lamp, or soft LED — as a symbol of safety. Let it remind you that illumination doesn’t have to be overwhelming; even a dim glow can anchor you.
🌿 3. Ground the Body
Fear lives in the body. Practice slow breathing, gentle stretches, or mindfulness before bed. Name what you can see, hear, and feel — this brings your awareness back to the present moment.
💭 4. Challenge the Inner Narrative
Ask yourself: What story am I telling about the dark? Replace catastrophic thoughts with balanced truths:
“I’m safe right now.” “The dark is not danger; it’s quiet.”
🛏️ 5. Design a Comforting Environment
Soft textures, calming scents, and familiar sounds can make nighttime feel nurturing. Consider a playlist of gentle ambient music or guided meditations that evoke safety.
🌅 6. Symbolize Growth Through Imagery
Visualize a small light expanding within the dark — a metaphor for resilience. This mental image can become a recurring motif in your healing journey or creative projects.
✨ Key Takeaway
Fear of darkness isn’t just about the absence of light; it’s about learning to trust yourself when clarity fades. Each time you breathe through the fear, you teach your mind that safety exists even in shadow.
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