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O my Lord, forgive me and my parents.

It takes something more than intelligence to act intelligently. ― Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Crime and Punishment

“And tire yourself out, because it makes life worth living! I have seen that water stagnates when it stands still, yet when it runs it is sweet and pure.”

— Imam Shafi (rahimahullah)

How to develop discipline:

1. Set clear goals. What do you want to accomplish and why does it matter to you? Break the goals into small, actionable steps (feels doable).

2. Create a daily schedule that prioritizes most important items on the list. Keep it consistent to form habits over time.

3. Start small. Focus on one discipline building habit at a time to avoid getting overwhelmed. Gradually increase your commitments little by little.

4. Get rid of distractions that hinder your focus (e.g., social media during work).

5. Use accountability partners if possible. And/or track your habits. Use an app or check off from your list (this feels so good!)

6. Have self control! Resist small urges to build willpower (e.g., delay instant gratification). Commit to showing up even when you don’t feel like it. Especially when you don’t feel like it.

7. Stay consistent. Discipline is built by sticking to your commitments daily, not just when it’s convenient. Progress, not perfection is what matters.

8. Embrace the discomfort. Challenges are growth opportunities. Train yourself to act despite discomfort or boredom.

9. Celebrate every win & reward yourself for milestones to stay motivated.

10. Reflect on failures without judgment and adjust your plan. You will have to adjust your plans quite a few times. Don’t get set in your ways.

11. Spend time with disciplined and goal oriented people. You become who you surround yourself with. Their habits will inspire and influence you positively.

12. Keep your WHY in mind.

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Simple pleasures

“There is no doubt that the one who memorizes more Qur’an will, in most cases, be able to recite more Qur’an in prayer. The recitation of Qur’an is one of the most enjoyable parts of prayer, and having the ability to elongate your standing in front of Allaah subhanahu wa ta’ala is greatly rewarding.”

Quran 59:19 ♡

And be not like those who forgot Allāh, so He made them forget themselves. Those are the defiantly disobedient.

#ummhazim

And the foremost ˹in faith˺ will be the foremost ˹in Paradise˺. They are the ones nearest ˹to Allah˺, In the Gardens of Pleasure.

Surah Al Waqi'ah Ayah 10-14

When you open your palms and say “ya Rab”, are you aware of who you’ve just addressed? Do you realise that there is no plea you could follow that up with which would be greater than Him? No want, no need. Nothing. He dwarfs them all. Dua is your door to that might and mercy.

Zoozve, my beloved

“Oh Abu Dharr! Don’t look at the smallness of the sin but look at the One you disobeyed.”

— Prophet Muhammad (S)’s advice to Abu Dharr al-Ghaffari [ Makarim al Akhlaq, Chapter 12, Section 5, Page 458]

The verse that made Iblis cry:

وَالَّذِينَ إِذَا فَعَلُواْ فَـحِشَةً أَوْ ظَلَمُواْ أَنْفُسَهُمْ ذَكَرُواْ اللَّهَ فَاسْتَغْفَرُواْ لِذُنُوبِهِمْ

Translation: If they fall in sin or wrong their souls, they remember Allaah and ask forgiveness for their sins.

Anas b. Malik:

"When this verse was revealed, Iblis cried."

● {تفسير ابن كثير ٣:١٣٥}

سورة غافر Surah Ghāfir

“Our lack of intimacy with God causes a void that we try to fill with the frailest of substitutes.”

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Seven Qualities that Allah Loves…

1. Tawbah (Repentance)… “For Allah loves those who turn to Him constantly (in repentance)” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:222]

2. Taharah (Purification)… “Allah loves those who keep themselves pure and clean.” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:222]

3. Taqwa (Piety)… “For Allah loves the righteous (the pious).” [Surah Al Tawbah 9:4]

4. Ihsan (Goodness & Perfection)… “For Allah loves those who do good” [Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:134]

5. Tawakkul (Trust in Allah)… “For Allah loves those who put their trust (in Him).” [Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:159]

6. Adl (Justice)… “For Allah loves those who judge in equity.” [Surah Al Ma'idah 5:42] “For Allah loves those who are fair (and just).” [Surah Al Hujurat 49:9]

7. Sabr (Patience)… “And Allah Loves those who are firm and steadfast (As-Sabirin (the patient)).” [Surah Ale Imran 3:146]

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