The Still Point
A podcast for the quietly curious, the emotionally in-between, and those searching for calm in a chaotic world. Hosted by Saij, a masked poet and guide, The Still Point offers brief weekday episodes—each just a few minutes long—blending original poetry with reflections rooted in Stoic philosophy, Sufi mysticism, and modern psychology. These are not conversations or interviews. They’re pauses. Invitations. To slow down. To think more deeply. To feel more honestly. All under ten minutes. Whether you’re walking, healing, journaling, or simply breathing through the day, this space was made for you. ✨ New episodes every weekday ✨ Original poetry, mindful storytelling, and soft wisdom ✨ Themes of stillness, self-reflection, growth, and creative clarity ✨ Perfect for deep thinkers, quiet creatives, and soul-centered seekers Follow @saij.official and subscribe wherever you listen.
Episodes
In The Opportunity Point, Saij reflects on the job not taken—and what imposter syndrome has to do with it. With quotes from Marcus Aurelius and Hafiz, this episode explores how internal stories shape external outcomes. Featuring the poem To The Job I Didn’t Take.
In Episode 22, The Regret Point, Saij explores the haunting nature of future regret—the kind that forms not from what we did, but what we held back. With help from Stoic and Sufi wisdom, this episode asks: What if the risk is worth it? Featuring the poem For, The Future Regrets.
In Episode 21, The Barrier Point, Saij reflects on the quiet construction of personal limitations—those walls we live beside so long, we forget they’re even there. Through Stoic and Sufi wisdom and a poem titled Dear Walls, this episode invites listeners to reexamine what confines them—and ask: Did I build this, or was it built for me?
In Episode 20, The Confession Point, we reflect on the relationship between depression, creativity, and the quiet truths we don’t always know how to share. Inspired by a poem written as a letter “to a stranger,” this episode explores what it means to sit with heavy emotions and why giving voice to them is its own kind of healing. Featuring insights from Carl Jung and Rumi.
IEpisode 19What if the pain we carry isn’t even ours? In this reflective episode, Saij explores the concept of inherited emotional wounds through the lens of poetry, Jungian psychology, Sufi insight, and Stoic clarity. It’s time to question what we’ve unconsciously accepted — and choose what we’ll leave behind.
IEpisode 18 “Unconditionally” can be a loaded word. This episode explores the fine print of love, the hidden terms of acceptance, and the deeper work of learning to accept yourself without waiting for someone else to do it first. A poetic reflection with soft philosophy, featuring Saij.
IEpisode 17 Wellness doesn’t always look like candles and yoga mats. Sometimes it looks like breathing through stress, typing with callused fingers, and finding clarity in the middle of fluorescent chaos. In this short poem and reflection, Saij invites us to notice the sacred within the ordinary—even at a shaky desk.
In Episode 16 short episode explores what it means to live with and through our shadows. Drawing from Carl Jung’s psychology and Sufi mysticism, Saij offers a poetic reflection on how the parts we hide often hold the greatest clarity. The closing micro poem is a letter—to the part of ourselves we rarely bring into the light.
Episode 15 of The Still Point tackles one of the most stubborn mental loops—negative self-talk. With wisdom from Stoic and Sufi traditions, this episode explores how to recognize, challenge, and release the voices that don’t serve us anymore. Featuring the poem Goodbye, Self-Talk.
In Episode 14 of The Still Point, we speak directly to our future selves—the version of us who may know more, doubt more, or finally understand what this moment means. Featuring a micro poem and grounded reflections on unlearning and humility, with echoes of Marcus Aurelius and Sufi insight.
Episode 13 of The Still Point explores the strange afterlife of fear—the kind we carry long after it stops serving us. With wisdom from Rumi and Seneca, we unpack the power of outgrown fears and what they reveal about who we’re becoming. Includes the original poem From, Outgrown Fears.
Episode 12 of The Still Point explores the relationship between writer and page. Drawing on the words of Seneca and Rumi, we reflect on the vulnerability and clarity that emerge through writing—even when the page feels intimidating. This episode is an invitation to show up honestly, even when inspiration doesn’t.
Episode 11 of The Still Point jumps into the shallow end of the often chaotic journey of personal growth. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi wisdom, we explore how embracing the messiness of development leads to meaningful transformation. Through poetic contemplation, we acknowledge that progress isn’t always pretty, but it’s always worth it.
Episode 10 of The Still Point goes into the quiet pursuit of inspiration. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi wisdom, we explore how the act of seeking can lead us back to ourselves. Through poetic contemplation, we find that sometimes, the search is the destination.
Episode 9 of The Still Point explores the quiet, familiar feeling of being invisible in a world full of people. With reflections from Seneca and Rumi, we look at how loneliness can open the door to deeper self-recognition. A compact episode built around a single haiku.
Episode 8 of The Still spotlights the transformative power of night. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi philosophies, we explore how darkness can be a source of introspection and healing. Through poetic reflection, we embrace the night as a space for self-discovery and peace.
Episode 7 of The Still Point invites listeners to pause and appreciate the regular aspects of life that often go unnoticed. Drawing from Stoic and Sufi teachings, we explore how daily routines and simple acts can offer profound insights and fulfillment. Through poetic contemplation, we celebrate the ordinary as a source of extraordinary meaning.
Episode 6 of The Still Point explores the elusive nature of truth in a world overrun with noise. Drawing on a Sufi proverb and a quote from Marcus Aurelius, we reflect on what it means to be honest in a time of curated identities and algorithmic mirrors. This is a call to return to presence, and to the quiet truth beneath performance.
Not all effort is visible. Not all love is loud. This episode honors the quiet strength of those who support others without recognition—especially educators, caregivers, and silent builders of belonging. A reflection on purpose without applause. Featuring the original poem To Invisible Reflections.
We lose and find ourselves in often repeating cycles. This reflection invites you to pause, listen inward, and meet the self you’ve outgrown or forgotten. With pieces of Sufi surrender and Stoic self-awareness, this is a soft homecoming. Featuring the original poem For Myself.
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