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Nurturing Mental Health Through Rumi's Wisdom and the ACT Pillars

APA Citation

Jurkofsky, J. (2024, September 4). Nurturing mental health through Rumi’s wisdom and the ACT pillars. My Holistic Self Counselling. https://myholisticselfcounselling.com/f/nurturing-mental-health-through-rumis-wisdom-and-the-act-pillars

Publication Topic
ACT: Conceptual
Publication Type
Article
Language
English
Keyword(s)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, Rumi, psychological flexibility, acceptance, cognitive defusion, present moment awareness, self-as-context, values, committed action, mindfulness, spirituality, poetry, mental well-being
Abstract

This article explores connections between the poetry of Rumi and the six core processes of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): acceptance, cognitive defusion, present moment awareness, self-as-context, values, and committed action. Through selected poems and quotations, it reflects on welcoming difficult experiences, observing thoughts, cultivating awareness, and taking meaningful steps guided by personal values. Written for a general audience, the article offers a reflective perspective on how poetry and spiritual wisdom can support engagement with ACT concepts in everyday life.

Comments
This is a public-facing blog article exploring connections between Rumi’s poetry and the six core processes of ACT. It is offered as a reflective resource rather than an empirical research publication.