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Rumi Poem: The Guest House

by Rachel Boucher

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Listen to this beloved poem by Rumi, The Guest House. As part of the immersive experience, there is birdsong and the soothing sound of a nearby stream. This audio invites you to consider the full range of human emotion as honored guests at your door, each one bringing a gift. At the end, you’ll receive two soulful questions to journal with or simply sit with in contemplation. Nature sounds by Discover Oregon.

PoetrySelf AcceptanceEmotional ResilienceMindfulnessEmotional AwarenessContemplationNature SoundsMindful AwarenessEmbracing NegativityTransforming Suffering

Transcript

The Guesthouse by Rumi This being human is a guesthouse.

Every morning a new arrival.

A joy,

A depression,

A meanness.

Some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor.

Welcome and entertain them all.

Even if they're a crowd of sorrows who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture,

Still,

Treat each guest honorably.

He may be clearing you out for some new delight.

The dark thought,

The shame,

The malice.

Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in.

Be grateful for whoever comes because each has been sent as a guide from beyond.

How are you treasuring every part of you?

How can you welcome all of you?

Meet your Teacher

Rachel BoucherColorado, USA

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Recent Reviews

Jean

November 22, 2022

A Charmingly modern recitation of an ancient, but obviously relevant, poem.

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June 24, 2021

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