Tied up.

Too often life seems to bind us rather than release us. We fear tomorrow, the unknown. 24/7 news bombards us, including much in the way of fake news in the real sense of that term. We need discernment, we need to take time to reflect, consider, talk to good friends when we feel bound.
But then, we might just be the one who loosens the chords of others by a generous word or action.
Most faiths state that fear binds us because it has ties to punishment. This idea can paralyse us. So, face the fear, and take that decision in faith, if necessary with others.
Of such activity are better futures made.