Rumi - What is Poison

What is poison?

Anything beyond what we need is poison.

It may be Power, Wealth, Hunger, Ego, Greed, Laziness, Love, Ambition, Hate or anything.

What is fear?

Non-Acceptance of uncertainty.

If we accept uncertainty, it becomes adventure.

What is envy?

Non-Acceptance of good in the other.

If we accept good, it becomes inspiration.

What is anger?

Non-Acceptance of what is beyond our control.

If we accept, it becomes tolerance.

What is hate?

Non-Acceptance of people as they are.

If we accept unconditionally, it becomes love.

~ Rumi