Many of us try to hide from negative emotions because we’re programmed to believe they are “bad,” and we should try to avoid them at all cost.  Rumi’s powerful poem, “The Guest House,” urges us to welcome all emotions with open arms because each experience brings with it a Divine Lesson, which is meant for our growth.  Though welcoming these harsher “guests” may seem counter-intuitive, it is the fastest way to get through it - by being in reality and being present.  Rumi suggests that welcoming these guests is the best way to soak up the lessons and the blessings of your life.

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