In the depths of my mind, a reflection appears,
A version of me overwhelmed by fears.
Haunted by shadows, trapped by the past,
A child within, holding on fast.

I look in the mirror, what do I see?
A wounded soul yearning to be free.
Eyes hollow, face so pale,
A voice whispers, "Remember, you'll prevail."

Avoiding her gaze, I turn away,
But she calls to me, begging me to stay.
In the darkness, we sit together,
Her story of pain I cannot...