Good evening,
Dear traveler of dreams.
Tonight we reflect on the words of Rumi.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right-doing,
There is a field.
I'll meet you there.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right-doing,
There is a field.
I'll meet you there.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right-doing,
There is a field.
I'll meet you there.
Let this thought be our guiding star as we navigate the passage to restful sleep.
Let's begin our journey towards tranquility.
A peaceful sleep by releasing the day,
Inch by inch,
Moment by moment.
Close your eyes if you feel comfortable doing so.
Take a slow,
Deep breath,
Filling your lungs fully,
Holding it for a moment,
And then gently releasing it.
Feel the tension in your body starting to dissipate like waves receding back into a calm,
Serene sea.
Again,
Take another deep breath,
Hold,
And exhale slowly.
With each exhale,
Let go of any worries,
Any stresses that you might be holding on to.
Visualize them drifting away like clouds in the sky,
Leaving only the vast openness behind.
Now imagine a soft,
Warm,
Comforting blanket of relaxation gradually enveloping you,
Starting from your feet,
Rising up through your legs,
Covering your torso,
And extending to your arms,
Hands,
Neck,
And finally your head.
Every part of you is gently touched by this calming energy,
Like a mother's soothing lullaby.
Now that your body is relaxed,
Your mind finds itself in a quiet garden,
The garden of the night.
This is your sanctuary,
A haven of tranquility,
Where the day's chatter fades away.
You are here,
Safe,
Serene,
Cradled in the arms of the night.
In a few moments,
I will share with you a profound and enlightening quote by Rumi.
Let the rhythm of these words create gentle waves in the stillness of the pond of your mind.
Feel them ripple outward,
Touching every corner of your being with a tender whisper of peace.
Let these words accompany your journey through the night,
Where the moon and the stars are your guiding lights.
Here,
You'll find your heart's tranquility,
Your mind's stillness,
And your soul's serenity.
Let's embark on this journey together,
And let the soothing verses lull you into a gentle,
Peaceful sleep.
As you settle into the night's comforting embrace,
Let your breath flow like a gentle stream,
Guiding you into a space of reflection and tranquility.
In this peaceful haven,
Ponder the profound depths of Rumi's words.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing,
There is a field.
I'll meet you there.
Allow these words to resonate within you,
Echoing through the chambers of your heart.
Rumi is not merely offering words,
But extending an invitation to a place of transcendent understanding,
Beyond the rigid confines of judgment and convention.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing,
Imagine yourself stepping out of the realm of black and white,
Of strict rules and narrow views,
Into a vast,
Open field.
This field represents a space of limitless understanding,
A place where the dichotomies of right and wrong dissolve into a broader perspective of compassion,
Empathy,
And connectedness.
As you inhale,
Draw in the openness and expansiveness of this field.
With each exhale,
Release the constraints of judgment,
The burdens of condemnation,
And the weight of rigid categorization.
Feel your heart and mind opening to the possibilities of this boundless field.
There is a field.
Visualize this field as a place of meeting,
A convergence point for diverse thoughts,
Beliefs,
And experiences.
It's a space where differences are not just tolerated,
But embraced,
Where the mosaic of human experience is celebrated in all its complexity and nuance.
In this field,
The strictures of right and wrong give way to a deeper understanding of the human condition.
Here,
Empathy and compassion are the guiding principles,
And every soul is recognized as a traveler on a unique journey.
I'll meet you there.
Rumi's invitation is a call to join him in this space of higher understanding,
To transcend the polarities that often divide us.
It's an appeal to connect at a level beyond the superficial judgments that frequently govern our interactions.
As you lie here,
Allow your body to relax more deeply,
Each muscle releasing its tension,
Each thought becoming lighter.
With every breath,
Feel yourself moving closer to this field,
To a place of unity and universal love.
Reflect on moments when you've stepped into this field,
Perhaps in an act of forgiveness,
An instance of deep empathy,
Or a time when you saw beyond the surface of a situation.
Remember the peace,
The relief,
And the profound connection you felt in those moments.
Rumi's words are a reminder that this field is always accessible to us.
It's a state of being where we can rise above our limited perceptions and connect with the essence of our shared humanity.
Imagine what your life would look like if you visited this field more often.
Envision approaching each day with the intention of transcending judgment,
Of seeing beyond right and wrong,
And of connecting with others in a space of mutual understanding and compassion.
As you prepare to drift into sleep,
Let this vision guide your dreams.
Dream of a world where all beings meet in this field,
Where the barriers of judgment fall away and the beauty of shared humanity shines forth.
Rest peacefully knowing that each day offers a new opportunity to step into this field,
To rise above dichotomies,
And to connect with others in a place of deep understanding and compassion.
When you awaken,
Carry this sense of expansive understanding into your day.
Approach your interactions with the intention of finding this field in your conversations,
Your relationships,
And your view of the world.
Sleep now,
Cradled by the night,
Comforted by the knowledge that a field beyond right and wrong exists,
And you are invited to meet there,
Not just in dreams,
But in every moment of your life.
Good night.
As the final notes of this love song to your soul gently fade,
Allow yourself to sink even deeper into the embrace of this serene and sacred night.
Your body is a landscape of tranquility,
And your mind a clear and starlit sky.
Each breath you take is a soft,
Whispered lullaby from the universe,
Affirming that you are safe,
Loved,
And beautiful.
Imagine now that with each exhale you are sinking further into the tender arms of sleep,
As if you are being cradled by the night itself,
Like a feather,
Light and free,
Drifting slowly,
Gently,
Effortlessly downward into the soft,
Welcoming depths of slumber.
With every breath,
Feel yourself becoming a part of the night's tapestry,
Woven with dreams and drenched in peace.
Here,
In this space,
You are adored beyond measure,
A cherished part of the universe,
Drifting into the deepest,
Most nourishing sleep.
As I leave you now in this blissful state,
Remember that this peace,
This love,
Is always here for you,
As a constant,
As stars above,
And as close as your own heart.
Good night,
Dear soul.
May your dreams be sweet,
And your rest complete.
Sleep with grace.
