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Zar's Zen Den
Healing Through Mindfulness and Words
Raw Poetry
Raw Poetry is a space where emotions flow freely and authenticity shines. Each piece captures unfiltered thoughts and feelings, offering readers a glimpse into my soul. Through honest expression and vivid imagery, this category invites connection, reflection, and a deeper understanding of the human experience.
Goodbye, Old Friend
Right before you step into alignment, fear and doubt often get the loudest. It’s almost like they sense their time is ending and fight...
zariahperkins
Sep 17, 20251 min read
What Happened To Us?
Bitch, I’m mad. Bitch, I’m sad. Black folks still oppressed, Still judged, still under-assessed. Cousin’s calling—needs bus fare. Other...
zariahperkins
Sep 17, 20251 min read
Even Lower Hell
Deleting all traces, pictures, and memories of you I don’t wanna be reminded of the pain I know our families both think we insane But...
zariahperkins
Sep 17, 20251 min read
Creatives' Wasted Desires
Wish we would’ve just made art Wish we would’ve just made music Together as creatives, our energy and sexual passions used for something...
zariahperkins
Sep 17, 20251 min read
Poetry Ain’t Dead
Somebody told me poetry is a dying art. I said—my art ain’t dead. I pulled out my manuscript, stacked it beside the pile of books that...
zariahperkins
Sep 17, 20251 min read
No Foul Play
A Black man was found hanging from a tree. They said—no foul play. But I don’t believe that. I hope y’all don’t either. I will never...
zariahperkins
Sep 15, 20251 min read
Crown Intact
Sometimes racism doesn’t look like violence in the streets or politics in the headlines—it looks like a hand reaching for my crown in a...
zariahperkins
Sep 14, 20251 min read
I Am the Light
Men are always trying to read me, to interpret me, to tell me who I am — instead of simply appreciating without commentary. I am soft. I...
zariahperkins
Sep 14, 20251 min read
I See
I see you for your traumas, your limits, the masks you wear, the parts you hide. I no longer take it personally. Your shadows are yours,...
zariahperkins
Sep 14, 20251 min read
I Am Not Too Much
( a sacred something for the girl who sees and feels everything) I am not too much. I am not too loud. I am not too soft. I am not too...
zariahperkins
Apr 15, 20252 min read
the Men I Once Loved
The first— a Virgo wrapped in velvet privilege. Meticulous in criticism, messy in commitment. His heart was warm, but his ego came first....
zariahperkins
Apr 14, 20251 min read
Ideally
you used to water me 'til you didn’t. left me dry where I once glistened. eyes on me, then blinked twice— and I was missin’. thought you...
zariahperkins
Apr 8, 20251 min read
Unblocked & Untouchable
(A petty affirmation poem by the baddest bitch healing beautifully) I am so unblocked in every way —unblocked in my glow, my greatness,...
zariahperkins
Apr 7, 20251 min read
Love, Loss, and Letting Go
You arrived like a whisper, soft yet strong, A presence I never knew I needed for long. In your arms, I found something rare, A love...
zariahperkins
Mar 2, 20251 min read
Love, But Not Like That
I’ve given up on love. I’ve given up on trust. Unbearing my body and soul— how silly, how embarrassing. Never enough, but somehow too...
zariahperkins
Feb 19, 20251 min read
The Alchemist’s Mirror
Projecting your insecurities onto me, How misplaced, how silly of thee. You are what you say I am, Speaking recklessly, your light grows...
zariahperkins
Feb 15, 20251 min read
The Demon in My Bed
I look into your eyes and see the darkness that’s consumed you I wonder sometimes if I ever even knew you A sober moment, a fleeting...
zariahperkins
Jan 31, 20251 min read
My First Love
I would like to experience a love without pain What is a love without pain? A love so good I’m no longer feeling insane A love for my...
zariahperkins
Jan 29, 20251 min read
A Soul at Peace
My mind is racing My feet are pacing I don’t have much peace in me Stuck between the present and what used to be A time when hope felt...
zariahperkins
Jan 27, 20251 min read
Overflowing Grace
My cup runs over, My glass is all the way full. I appreciate what I have And what’s to come so soon. Thank You for the lessons, The love,...
zariahperkins
Jan 19, 20251 min read
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