Open a year of stillness, devotion, and inner awakening with the timeless voice of Rumi-one gentle meditation for every day of your life. Across centuries, the poetry of Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī has illuminated the hearts of seekers longing for peace, meaning, and the quiet nearness of the Beloved. 365 Days with Rumi: Illuminations of the Beloved gathers these ancient currents of wisdom into a year-long devotional: soft daily meditations that invite you to breathe, to listen inwardly, and to discover the subtle light already living within you. Each day offers a contemplative reflection inspired by Rumi's teachings-never hurried, always gentle-guiding you toward clarity, compassion, and deep inner presence. Whether you read it at dawn, in moments of pause, or before drifting into sleep, these meditations help cultivate the stillness that Rumi called "the meeting place of the soul." Let this book accompany you through every season of the year. Let it hold you in winter's quiet, steady you in summer's warmth, and open your heart to the subtle turns of spring and autumn. Every page is an invitation to breathe, soften, and awaken to the Beloved within. In this book you will find: 365 daily meditations inspired by Rumi's poetry and spiritual insight. A calming, reflective tone designed to bring peace and clarity to your day. A gentle journey through the inner seasons of the heart, month by month. A perfect devotional companion for meditation, contemplation, or quiet reading before rest. Whether you are new to Rumi or a longtime reader of his luminous wisdom, this devotional offers a year of quiet companionship, inner renewal, and awakening joy. Walk slowly through its pages-and let your heart be transformed. About the Author 365 Days Press in collaboration with Layla Lee Donovan Layla Lee Donovan is an American writer, contemplative guide, and lifelong student of Sufi mysticism. Her work is grounded in the belief that stillness, compassion, and inner listening are not luxuries but essential practices for a meaningful, spiritually centered life. Drawing from years of retreat, study, and personal spiritual practice, Layla creates gentle, meditative writings that invite readers into a deeper awareness of the Beloved within. She is known for her warm, luminous style-bridging ancient wisdom with the quiet needs of contemporary hearts longing for peace, clarity, and connection. Layla lives a quiet life near the coastline of the Pacific Northwest, where she spends her days writing, teaching small contemplative groups, and walking long forest paths that inspire much of her reflective work. Her devotion is simple: to help others slow down, breathe, and rediscover the inner light that Rumi spoke of so beautifully.