The Guest House By Rumi

"The Guest House" by Rumi has been considered by many to be the quintessential mindfulness poem. Key mindfulness themes such as acceptance and non-judging show up prominently in this poem. We are reminded that we know not what the future holds and that the experiences we endure now may be exactly what we need to face our future challenges. Why not embrace the present moment with joy and laughter, even if on the surface it appears to be a disaster?

Sit back and enjoy this one-minute reading of "The Guest House."

Transcript

The Guest House by Jalal ad-Din Rumi translated by Coleman Barks This being human is a guest house.

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.

Reviews

Interesting. Not sure I ever thought of it that way. Calm voice 😌

This poem always puts my mind at ease. Thank you for sharing this with the world ❤️

Love this poem by Rumi.
Thank you so much for making a track of it 🙏❤️✨

Thank you for this messsge Ryan . it was fabulous meeting you on Nicole’s live this morning

My brain is a swarm of confusion this afternoon I found it helpful to be reminded to welcome all that enters our lives, including confusion.

One of my favorite Rumi’s … and yes to welcoming all the guests in … thank you 🙏🏼✨💕

Very precious poem, and so beautifully read! Thank you, Ryan 🙏🏽✨️🤗💚

This was sent to me as a recommendation and the timing was perfect! Thank you for this offering!! A little nugget to pass on!!

Thank you Ryan! Your reading of
“ The Guest House “ was wonderful.
I have a book of Rumi poems but haven’t come upon the Guest House yet.
Just looked it up and there it was.
It’s the first reading in my book!
All this time I’ve been ignorantly skipping over it. I’m so happy that I have it to read anytime.
I also thank Jeanne for recommending and guiding me to your reading of “ The Guest House. “ 🙏❤️😊

🙏💛Thank you Ryan! This IS a gift. This brings me comfort and joy as I’ve been greeting each guest that has arrived. It’s extra special with sprinkles on top that it was published today 🙏❤️ Much love to you ✨