Jackson Browne wrote “Running on Empty” while driving to the recording studio for his album The Pretender, inspired by his habit of not filling up his gas tank because the studio was so close, leading to a “running on empty” lifestyle metaphor. As part of my recovery from a narcissistic relationship, I invested time visiting waterfalls in the northeast. The song reminds me of the fun I had driving with the sunroof open and exploring new things as part of my new life.
"You are not a victim for sharing your story. You are a survivor setting the world on fire with your truth."
