One Day at a Time

Take a breath, take a step, it's a rise and fall

Facing shadows of the past that linger at my wall

People wonder what it’s like, the weight that I carry

A heart that’s stitched, memories that vary

Whispers in the night, echoes of despair

But I’m learning to breathe, I’m still here, I swear

Each dawn is a battle as I fight through the haze

Step by step, I’m breaking free from the maze

With every small victory, I reclaim the light

Embracing the scars, I’m ready to fight

One day at a time, I’m finding my way

Through the shadows, through the ashes, I'll seize the day

I won’t let the past dictate who I’ll be

With strength and remembering, I’m finally free

In the crowded aisles, voices creep in tight

Fear tries to whisper, but I stand upright

Though the night terrors haunt like a ghost in the dark

I’m lighting my way with every brave spark

Each dawn is a battle as I fight through the haze

Step by step, I’m breaking free from the maze

With every small victory, I reclaim the light

Embracing the scars, I’m ready to fight

One day at a time, I’m finding my way

Through the shadows, through the ashes, I'll seize the day

I won’t let the past dictate who I’ll be

With strength and remembering, I’m finally free

I’ve thrown away the blame, learned to let go

From the depths of my struggle, I’ve learned to grow

Healing takes time, but I’m learning to soar ̵

This heart is a warrior, it’s ready for more

So hear my story, a tale of survival

With hope in my heart, I embrace my revival

Each day is a gift, a canvas to paint

With colors of triumph, and chances to faint

One day at a time, I’ll take the lead

This life is mine, and I’m learning to breathe.