You did it, you escaped and lived to tell.
But those learned behaviors still dwell.

The startle at any loud noise,
always worried who you'll annoy .

The way you flinch at the sight of a fist
or the way hearing a man yell makes your stomach twist.

Your sleep wont bring peace
because flashbacks of trauma won't cease.

You apologize for everything you say and do
The way you always think "if only they knew".

The thoughts of self criticism and hate
The way you question yourself, why didnt you leave, you created your own fate.

You think of how you'll never be enough
Wonder why life's road has been so damn tough.

But you must change your focus now girl
because with your new guy theres a whole new world.

No more need to fear sounds, no more startle reflex
its seems like he eases all of life's stress.
At night lay next to him my friend
Finally those nightmares come to an end.

He will protect you, keep you safe and sound.
This man loves you, you'll never hit the ground.
Have some faith in his love and
on life's bumpy road together you'll stand.