Touched by Rumi: June 2020
/Rumi has the ability to reach people of all backgrounds, ages, religions, and more. His wisdom sparks us to look within and influences us to view ourselves and the world in a different way. In this section of our Monthly Newsletter we ask people to show us how Rumi has affected them and their way of thinking.
How Rumi Helps His Reader
“Poetry offers a form of therapy and self reflection. Research shows how Rumi’s poetry has helped his readers in their daily lives. People who are searching for more meaning are drawn to read and study Rumi’s poetry.
These readers become involved with the wisdom concepts of Rumi’s teachings they feel more elated and engaged with their lives. They are able to understand themselves and their lives better. Poetry gives them a feeling of validation, comfort, and affirmation. Some people have indicated that they were able to reconcile their religious beliefs as they integrated Rumi’s teachings into their lives.
Reading poetry every day encourages the heart to open up and listen to a form of language that expresses the most intimate thoughts and needs of soul. Meaning wrapped in this beautiful form of language is the best source of nurturing our minds. The continuity and practice of what can help our spirit promotes our mental and physical health.”