THE GUEST HOUSE
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
some momentary awareness
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they're a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of 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.
~ Rumi, Sufi poet, 1207-1273
2 comments:
Wonderful, and timely... Just what I needed today.
(I love Rumi's poetry). Thank you!
xoxo,
GG
I love Rumi's poetry as well. This really spoke to my heart. Welcome them all, and all is well!
xoxo, :)
MM
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