Inside breastbones of all humans contained Two wolves, one white one black, endure a fight Each rages war against its brethren named They lunge, they gnash, and bite with all their might.
The white is pure of heart and pure of soul It is joy, forgiveness, and charity The goodwill, love, and hope that makes us whole And teaches us courage and humility
The black is one heartless and corrupted Spills sorrow, wrath, and greed into the air It exploits our pride, envy, and hatred Fills us with cowardliness and despair
And in the duel that dwells within each host The one that wins, the one you feed the most