My dear heart, never think you are better than others. Listen to their sorrows with compassion. If you want peace, don't harbor bad thoughts, do not gossip and don't teach what you do not know.
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When you stop admiring yourself _x000D_ and let the eyes of the heart _x000D_ open your vision to vast other worlds _x000D_ then all you do, will become admirable
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of humility and broadening one's perspective to truly appreciate the beauty of the world and oneself.
Rumi's quote suggests that when we are overly focused on our own self-admiration, we close ourselves off from the richness of experiences and insights available to us. By shifting our attention away from self-centeredness and opening our hearts to the vastness of the world around us, we can engage more deeply with life and our actions will inherently become admirable, reflecting the beauty we perceive in others and our surroundings.
Themes
AdmirationPerspectiveHumilitySelf-AwarenessWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal growth, one might use this quote to inspire attendees to look beyond themselves.
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