The prisoners of guilt 

Hold on just hard enough 

To remember they have painful chains 

They’re left free enough to roam 

Just enough to smile 

Before pulled back to heed 

Those who live with shame 

Do not work their locks free 

If they believe the key is in another’s hand 

The secret to freedom lies within 

Not outside their handcuffs 

But inside their hearts 

Blaming the captor 

Keeps one stuck and stiff

And doubles down the crushing weight 

Release the past and all it meant 

Begin again with renewed eyes of peace 

When you forgive yourself, you’re free