March 12, 2021: Rumi, Mystic

March 12, 2021: Rumi, Mystic

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Bowen Yang, Comedian

Whether you’re racing through each day or taking them one sweet, slow step at a time, today’s quote reminds us that we don’t always have to go through life at the same speed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Kacey Musgraves, Musician

We all experience growing pains in different relationships. Today’s quote offers a way to ease through the bumps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

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