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The Still Point episodes
- The Fear Point — Letting go of childhood fears and growing in the dark toward something unknown
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Episode 13 of The Still Point explores the strange afterlife of fear—the kind we carry long after it stops serving us. With wisdom from Rumi and Seneca, we unpack the power of outgrown fears and what they reveal about who we’re becoming. Includes the original poem From, Outgrown Fears.
6 min - The Extension Point — A layered exploration of writing, rejection, and being seen on the page
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Episode 12 of The Still Point explores the relationship between writer and page. Drawing on the words of Seneca and Rumi, we reflect on the vulnerability and clarity that emerge through writing—even when the page feels intimidating. This episode is an invitation to show up honestly, even when inspiration doesn’t.
6 min - The Progress Point — A poetic reminder that healing and growth are messy, but worthy
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Episode 11 of The Still Point jumps into the shallow end of the often chaotic journey of personal growth. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi wisdom, we explore how embracing the messiness of development leads to meaningful transformation. Through poetic contemplation, we acknowledge that progress isn’t always pretty, but it’s always worth it.
5 min - The Blank Page Point — A reflection on creative block, searching for spark, and showing up
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Episode 10 of The Still Point goes into the quiet pursuit of inspiration. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi wisdom, we explore how the act of seeking can lead us back to ourselves. Through poetic contemplation, we find that sometimes, the search is the destination.
4 min - The Crowded Point — A haiku on loneliness in public, and the ache of being unseen
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Episode 9 of The Still Point explores the quiet, familiar feeling of being invisible in a world full of people. With reflections from Seneca and Rumi, we look at how loneliness can open the door to deeper self-recognition. A compact episode built around a single haiku.
5 min - The Night Point — A spoken word on escapism, electric grief, and sleepless cities
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Episode 8 of The Still spotlights the transformative power of night. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi philosophies, we explore how darkness can be a source of introspection and healing. Through poetic reflection, we embrace the night as a space for self-discovery and peace.
5 min - The Regular Point — A reminder to honor the small, everyday victories that keep us going
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Episode 7 of The Still Point invites listeners to pause and appreciate the regular aspects of life that often go unnoticed. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi teachings, we explore how daily routines and simple acts can offer profound insights and fulfillment. Through poetic contemplation, we celebrate the ordinary as a source of extraordinary meaning.
6 min - The Truth Point — A reflection on personal truth in a world of illusion and digital noise
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Episode 6 of The Still Point explores the elusive nature of truth in a world overrun with noise. Drawing on a Sufi proverb and a quote from Marcus Aurelius, we reflect on what it means to be honest in a time of curated identities and algorithmic mirrors. This is a call to return to presence, and to the quiet truth beneath performance.
7 min - The Invisible Point — A reflection for those who feel unseen, especially educators and dreamers
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Not all effort is visible. Not all love is loud. This episode honors the quiet strength of those who support others without recognition—especially educators, caregivers, and silent builders of belonging. A reflection on purpose without applause. Featuring the original poem To Invisible Reflections.
7 min - The Self Point — On reintroducing yourself, healing what you once hid, and claiming worth
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We lose and find ourselves in often repeating cycles. This reflection invites you to pause, listen inward, and meet the self you’ve outgrown or forgotten. With pieces of Sufi surrender and Stoic self-awareness, this is a soft homecoming. Featuring the original poem For Myself.
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About The Still Point
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A podcast for the quietly curious, the emotionally in-between, and those searching for calm in a chaotic world.
Hosted by Saij, a masked poet and guide, The Still Point offers…
brief weekday episodes—each just a few minutes long—blending original poetry with reflections rooted in Stoic philosophy, Sufi mysticism, and modern psychology.
These are not conversations or interviews. They’re pauses. Invitations.
To slow down. To think more deeply. To feel more honestly.
All under ten minutes.
Whether you’re walking, healing, journaling, or simply breathing through the day, this space was made for you.
✨ New episodes every weekday
✨ Original poetry, mindful storytelling, and soft wisdom
✨ Themes of stillness, self-reflection, growth, and creative clarity
✨ Perfect for deep thinkers, quiet creatives, and soul-centered seekers
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