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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There is no worse sickness for the soul, o you who are proud, than this pretense of perfection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of being perfect can harm one's spirit and lead to arrogance.
This quote by Rumi suggests that the illusion of perfection can be detrimental to one's inner self, particularly for those who hold pride in their perceived flawlessness. Rather than embracing our humanity and imperfections, the false pretense of perfection can lead to a disconnection from our true selves and the essence of life.
Themes
PerfectionPrideSoulIllusionsHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
When discussing the importance of authenticity in a personal development seminar.
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