I was tired of feeling like a disappointment.
Waking up for Fajr on time to make it to the Masjid was what I expected of myself.
But I kept failing. I hated the feeling so much, I began telling myself,
"Muhammad - you're just a bad Muslim. Accept that you're not meant for the Masjid."
Listen, this can't be right.
It can't be about who I'm not. It can't be about what I'm not cut out for.
Allah promises to make it easy for me... so long as I don't give up.
So I tried and tested until I finally cracked the code.
Habits & Systems.
For 4 years and counting - I've been praying Fajr at the Masjid and continuing my days from there full of energy, alhamdulilah.
Habits & Systems - changed my life.
Look - you're a good Muslim.
You're trying your best wearing endless hats...
...pulled in too many directions.
Even though you're doing so much, why does it still feel like you're not getting very far?
By the end of a busy day, why do we lay down feeling depleted with little to show for?
Habits & Systems.
You're not a failure. Your'e not a disappointment.
Say it with me:
"I'm a righteous believer."
"I' an amazing parent."
"Money in my hands is a source of bakarah."
"I'm happy, content, and relieved when I'm taking action."
"I trust in Allah & I take action."