Rumi
Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 9 shows
A 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet whose spiritual teachings and philosophical insights are frequently cited across wellness, self-help, and spirituality podcasts. His work is referenced to illuminate themes of personal growth, relationship dynamics, and transcending fear and judgment, with particular emphasis on how life's challenges serve as opportunities for transformation. His translated works remain widely quoted in contemporary discussions of spiritual practice and emotional development.
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Episode Appearances
Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · Mar 15, 2026
How to Sit With Difficult Feelings - Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman #637
“13th-century Sufi poet whose work 'The Guest House' is referenced to illustrate the philosophy of welcoming emotions”
Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO and Lore Interviews · Feb 23, 2026
Cannabis in Spiritual Practice
“13th century Sufi mystic and poet whose work Johnson has extensively written about and translated”
On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Feb 18, 2026
Relationship Expert Thais Gibson: Do You Keep Attracting The Same Emotionally Unavailable Partner? (Use THIS Attachment Reset To Break The Cycle And Choose Better Partners)
“Poet quoted for the concept 'if I am irritated by every rub, how will I ever be polished' regarding relationship challenges”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 10, 2026
The Mattering Instinct: Why We Long to Matter | Rebecca Newberger Goldstein – EP 727
“Islamic Sufi mystic; quoted for 'hundred ways to kneel down and kiss the ground' on diverse mattering paths”
Tara Brach · Feb 5, 2026
Letting go of Controlling: The Path of Freedom 1
“Poet quoted at episode's end with the line 'be empty of worrying' and 'move outside the tangle of fear thinking'”
Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (sometimes) · Jan 28, 2026
James Van Praagh
“Poet quoted for perspective on transcending judgment and meeting others in unified consciousness”
Well with Arielle Lorre · Jan 26, 2026
436: Attachment Styles Explained: Why We Chase Unavailable People (and What To Do Instead) with Thais Gibson
“Poet quoted for insight on how irritation and triggers provide opportunities for personal polishing and growth”
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing) · Jan 23, 2026
Sahil Bloom: How Entrepreneurs Build Real Wealth Beyond Money | Entrepreneurship | YAPLive
Tara Brach · Jan 21, 2026
How Hope Can Heal and Free Us – Part 2
“Persian poet whose phrases 'let the beauty we love be what we do' and 'let yourself be silently drawn by the strong pull of what you love' illustrate authentic living.”
Tara Brach · Nov 26, 2025
The Evolving of Generosity
“Quoted for verse on finding the real world and giving it endlessly away, living at the empty heart of paradox”
Tara Brach · Nov 13, 2025
Clearing Space for Spirit: A Conversation with Tara Brach & Patty Morrissey
“Referenced for question 'Do you make regular visits to yourself?' on spiritual practice and presence”
Chief Change Officer · Jun 12, 2025
#409 Sande Golgart: Climbing the Wrong Mountain — Part One
“Sufi poet whose quote about chasing desires vs. sitting in silence profoundly shifted Sandy's life philosophy and mission”