Crosses Quote by Thom Yorke
“Treefingers is important, it's the point in which our protagonist crosses the icy tundra that is how to disappear completely to reach the island of Optimistic. But seriously, kill yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “Treefingers” (Radiohead), 1995
The protagonist crosses a frozen landscape to disappear, ending with a stark self-harm suggestion.
In simple terms: Crossing ice to vanish, then a shocking statement.
Key Takeaway
Seek healthier coping mechanisms.
Themes
isolation
mental health
despair
Mood
somber
provocative
Type
artistic
cautionary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- creative writing
- mental health support
Key Concepts
Existential crisis
self-harm
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we address mental health in art?
- What healthier outlets exist?
A Different Perspective
The line may be misinterpreted as encouragement.
![“[The Community's] crosses and trials give me confidence. But I derive my hope above all, and most especially, from our utter incapacity, for it is always upon nothingness that God is pleased to rear His works. If at any day we accomplish some good here, the glory will certainly be His alone, since…” quote by Theodore Guerin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2b8/theodore-guerin-54729_accomplish_the-community-s-crosses-and-trials-give_7176.jpg)
