The Importance To Renew Ones Intentions Aren’t Spoken About Enough! It’s So Easy To Slip Up And There’s

the ways were hard, somewhat

the sorrows collared my neck, as well

the townsfolk were harsh, somewhat

the death wish, I had, as well

Poetry: Muneer Niazi

Translated by – Jasdeep

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

Abul ‘Āliyyah [may Allāh have mercy on him] said:

“A time will come upon the people wherein there hearts will be devoid and derelict of the Qur’ān.

They will find neither sweetness nor acquire any delight by its recitation.

If they fall short of performing what they have been commanded to do, they will say: ‘Certainly, Allāh is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.’

If they commit that which they have been forbidden from doing, they will say: ‘We shall be forgiven, we have not associated any partners unto Allāh.’

Their affairs will be based on covetousness [and false hope], possessing no truth [and no sincerity].”

Kitāb az-Zuhd, 1714 | Al-Imām Ahmad bin Hanbal [may Allāh have mercy on him]

“and advise each other to be patient and advise one another to be merciful.”

-Al Qur’aan {90:17}

اللَّهُمَّ أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَأَحْسِنْ خُلُقِي

O Allah, as you have made my form excellent, make my character excellent.

Source: Musnad Aḥmad 23871, Grade: Sahih

"لكل ضيقة تسبيحة 🌊🌊 يُوُنّسْ🌊🌊"

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.

“Bear patiently, my heart — for you have suffered heavier things.”

- Homer, Odyssey

‏‎"أدرّب نفسي على الصمت، تحديدًا في الأوقات التي أعرف فيها مدى حدّة الكلام الذي سيخرج مني."