Boiling Scum

*This discipline and rough treatment are a furnace to extract the silver from the dross. This testing purifies the gold by boiling the scum away."

Yet another of Rumi's thoughts on the value of challenges: "It is God's kindness to terrify you in order to lead you to safety."

How can we possibly grow without challenge and a bit of discomfort?

Do you run away from every obstacle? And/or complain about every challenge?

Next time you find yourself in a challenging situation, step back. Take a deep breath. And remember Rumi's beautiful words