Still Standing

I'm still here, walking through the shadows, Building my strength with every step I follow. The pain tried to break me, but I'm still standing, Fighting my way through a world so demanding. It started in silence, trapped in my own mind, Searching for answers I was too scared to find. The walls around me felt cold, like a prison inside, But I knew I had to face the storm instead of hide. Therapy became my lantern, lighting up the dark, Each session like a compass, giving me a spark. I found anger buried deep, like fire in the ground, And learned to let it out, instead of being bound. Every word I spoke was a piece of my soul, Trying to patch the holes that life had torn. Step by step, I built myself anew, Learning that healing is something we pursue. I'm still here, walking through the shadows, Building my strength with every step I follow. The pain tried to break me, but I'm still standing, Fighting my way through a world so demanding. I met a boy inside, a child I'd left behind, Maciuś was his name, lost in the ties that bind. He was crying for someone to hold his little hand, But I was scared to face him, scared to take a stand. I thought I'd hurt him more, thought I wasn't enough, But therapy taught me that love sometimes feels rough. I saw his wounds, his traumas carved deep, And realized his story was the one I had to keep. His eyes showed me strength I didn't know was mine, Together we walked, leaving the pain behind. Now when I see him, I don't feel fear, I see a part of myself I'll always keep near. I'm still here, walking through the shadows, Building my strength with every step I follow. The pain tried to break me, but I'm still standing, Fighting my way through a world so demanding. Each therapy session was a battlefield of tears, Facing truths I'd avoided for so many years. I stood in front of my father, my voice steady and strong, Telling him the words I'd held inside for too long. It wasn't easy, but I felt a weight lift, Every sentence I spoke became a powerful gift. I started to understand that the scars on my skin, Were symbols of the battles I had fought within. Now I walk with purpose, my head held high, Knowing the strength it takes to say goodbye. Goodbye to the pain, to the silence and fear, Hello to a future that's finally clear. I'm still here, walking through the shadows, Building my strength with every step I follow. The pain tried to break me, but I'm still standing, Fighting my way through a world so demanding. This is my story, but it could be yours too, A reminder that healing is something we do. Through the shadows and light, we find our way, And in the darkness, there's a brighter day.