He was home on his own and listening to the sort of music he needed to listen to when he felt like this, music that seemed to find the sore spot in him and press up hard against it...

Nick Hornby
About This Quote

In this quote, Kristofferson describes how music can be a source of comfort and healing for those who are experiencing depression. In the midst of a depressive episode, there is a sense of isolation and loneliness that can be very hard to bear. Listening to music that makes the sad moments of an individual’s life a little brighter or a little better can really help them get through a difficult time. For many people, music is their second favorite hobby after watching football.

Source: About A Boy

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