The act of running “codes” to tune and reprogram the self emerges as a vital theme. Each coping mechanism—be it stoicism, perfectionism, softness, or optimism—offers unique paths forward.
Negotiations acknowledges the fragility of our processing capabilities. Over time, perspectives can become strained or circular if not actively addressed, emphasizing the need for intentional energy management. Personally feeling stuck under the weight of more deliverables, assets, and art now positioned as ‘content’ the record explores the personal breakdowns of the body and mind amid these shifts.
In essence, Kish’s Negotiations invites us to reflect on internal and external scripts and the energy exchanges that define our existence. By illuminating the relationship between emotional resilience and self-betrayal, Kish reminds us that while we may often feel like cogs in a machine, we possess the power to stop, reflect, and rewrite our own narratives.