by Belicia Tang | Apr 1, 2025 | Poetry
DOWN THE DRAIN It’s time for change it’s time for reformation I don’t like the path I’m on, not one bit A slave to addiction, not practicing what I preach Mornings are for hope, nights are for mourning The loss of who I tried to be Each day is the same battle A fight...
by Belicia Tang | Mar 30, 2025 | Mental Health, Personal Reflections
Dear readers, Happy Sunday! And an event of great personal significance to me: World Bipolar Day. This day is special, because 7 years ago, I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. What was once perceived as my greatest tragedy and source of shame has now become my...
by Belicia Tang | Mar 29, 2025 | Personal Reflections
Dearest gentle readers (a nod to my fellow Bridgerton fans), Happy Saturday! We made it to the weekend! It’s a moderately chilly but sunny day here in the Bay Area, California, and I’m chillin’ by the Bay Club pool deck beginning today’s post....
by Belicia Tang | Mar 27, 2025 | Fitness/Nutrition, Personal Reflections
Four days ago, on Sunday, March 23, I embarked on my very first 24 hour fast. That is, 24 hours with no food. My last meal was on Saturday night. I grubbed on pulled-pork mac n’ cheese, crispy brussel sprouts, two fried chicken sliders, and a grilled chicken...
by Belicia Tang | Mar 24, 2025 | Poetry
SPEAKING YOUR TRUTH Why do we fear the truth? When we open Pandora’s box, what monsters will peer back at us with blazing eyes? It is easier to face the glossy illusion of fabrication The plastic smiles and painted face False identities and schemas we have...