Self-Punishment

I set the bar Then move it higher I draw a line Across my chest I call it growth I call it test If I succeed It’s not enough If I feel proud I call it luck No one demands This war from me But I refuse To let it be Not enough Never enough Every win Turns into dust Before I trust I punish myself For falling short I raise the weight I cut support I build this cage Then stand inside I am the judge I never side I climb a peak Then shift the ground I break the silence With no sound I chase a level Past the last The present moment Never lasts I set the standard Past my reach Then blame myself For what I teach No relief No mercy If I bend I call it weak If I rest I call it defeat I punish myself For every flaw I write the rules I am the law I climb the mountain Move the line And tear apart What once was mine I punish myself To feel in control But every verdict Takes its toll I’m chasing perfect I never find And lose myself Inside my mind NOT ENOUGH NEVER ENOUGH RAISE THE BAR AGAIN AGAIN AGAIN