Rumi's Advice

Many of the faults you see in others, dear reader,

are your own nature reflected in them.

In generosity and helping others

be like the river.

In compassion and grace

be like the sun.

In concealing others' faults

be like the night.

In anger and fury

be like the dead.

In modesty and humility

be like the earth.

In tolerance

be like the sea.