One must develop a mature perspective in preparation for their transition into a new world. In order to experience the complete cultivation process it is important to develop a sense of responsibility and gain an understanding of experiences. Alongside a mature perspective one must overcome their problems and difficulties in order to proceed into the world. “The story of Tom Brennan” by J.C burke, incorporates how a significant change can act as a catalyst to alter one’s perspectives and help them achieve the appropriate transition. The novel deals with the concept of ‘Into the World’ while incorporating ideas of the importance of developing relationships, learning from experiences and accepting the transition of change. A similar journey by John Mayer is incorporated into his song “Stop This Train”, which deals with his reluctancy upon entering a world of …show more content…
Once he is able to open up more he is able to achieve a sense of clarity, “I now knew what I had missed the most, I missed me, Tom Brennan, and that’s why I could now smile, ‘cause I could see I was coming back”. This is a significant shift in Tom’s attitude towards life and marks the final stage of his transition. Revealing he has successfully overcome his own obstacles. Likewise John Mayer experiences his own journey of transitioning as he deals with the idea of growing up. His apprehension towards the idea is incorporated through the title “Stop This Train”. The use of a cliché ‘train’ is not only a recurring metaphor throughout the song it also signifies the journey from one place to another as often portrayed in many songs. Just as Tom’s final stage ending in acceptance, the composer finally begins to understand the importance of the transition “cause now I see I’ll never stop this train”.