The Razor Wire - Vol. By Warren Wake, Prisoner of War in America Contrary to what most people think prison is, it is not. It is not the bars, the fences, the razor wire, the armed guards, the substandard food, or the three tier cellblocks. All of these items, and many more, are a part of prison but by far not the most important part. Those things are external.
Prison is internal, it is about doing time in one's own head.
Your anger, bitterness, frustration, exasperation, fear, grief, and apathy are the real fences that you must cope with. Many times, even your dreams are invaded by these black emotions. Uplifting emotions such as interest, happiness, enthusiasm, and serenity are generally produced in pleasant and enjoyable situations, as in dining at a fine restaurant or spending an evening with someone you love. With these desirable situations, your thoughts bounce off these events, and you have good emotions. In prison, your thoughts bounce off the razor wire, the fences, the guards, and the unjust justice systems.