Bismillah.
It appears that all my recent posts are about Ramadan. I should have a whole separate section for them. Therefore, I decided to record whatever I learn on a daily basis for my own benefit first and maybe to inspire other mothers/women. :)
It is the first day of Ramadan 2020. While Sehri was rushed, thanks to a wailing toddler mid-sehri prep, I managed to stay up for a considerable amount of time after Fajr prayers and realised how many benefits one reaps as an outcome. I am listing down some things you can do in this time, below:
1. Fast from your mobile at least during the first hours of the day.
2. Take a chair outdoors and pray Ishraq, read Quran and tafseer there.
3. Look up at the sky and you will realise we barely do that any more - our necks craned over our tiny screens all day.
I did all of these this morning, الحمد لله and despite being drowsy I felt considerably better. I shall call this my “Me-time” with Allah (SWT). Additionally, on the topic of الحمدلله, I was reading through the Tafseer of Surah Al Fatiha, where it was defined as all praise belonging to Allah Alone. When we mention His beautiful creation, we should always attribute it to The Creator and praise Him and be grateful to Him. Hence, my theme of “30 days of Gratitude”.
May Allah (SWT) help me in maintaining this healthy routine throughout this month and beyond. Ameen.
Have a blessed Ramadan, everyone!
