Shackles and chains

Trapped in thoughts that are no longer serving me.
Drowning in emotions that have forced their way up to the surface.
Staring in the mirror, it's still unclear who is looking back at me.
Sabotaging every relationship because i'm scared to let them get close to me.
Trying to shift these thoughts in my brain.
Am I running from myself or going insane ?
Improvement and transformation is all my soul craves.
But for some reason I can't seem to unlock these shackles and chains.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Smith  Avatar
July 2, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Realisation that your stuck is one step closer to releasing those shackles and chains. Keep on trying.
Damers Avatar
July 8, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Thank you
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