Ultimately, Rumi does more than inspire—he sets a challenge. To move from crawling to flying demands self-awareness and deliberate action. Practices such as journaling, meditation, or seeking mentorship can help individuals rediscover their strengths. Just as Rumi’s Sufi whirling allows participants to transcend ordinary consciousness, so too can daily acts of bravery propel us skyward. By doing so, we honor the gifts we were born with, fulfilling the deeper calling within each person. [...]