Transform Yourself This Ramadan.

March 12, 2025 • Est 10 minutes

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Ramadan is a divine gift.

A chance to start anew and transform into the best version of ourselves.

It’s a month when the barriers to change are lifted.

Transformations that might typically take months or even years can, by the mercy of Allah, be achieved in days or weeks.

But here’s the catch: we must be willing to work.

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  • 🤲 Du’a for Rizwana

Ramadan is often seen as a month of increased prayer, Quran recitation, and heightened worship.

While these practices are undeniably important, they only scratch the surface of what this sacred time truly offers.

At its core, Ramadan is a deeply personal journey.

It’s not just about rituals; it’s about renewal, a chance to shed old habits and reshape ourselves into the people we aspire to be.

Life’s busyness pulls many of us away from spiritual consistency.

Ramadan becomes a lifeline, A reset button that allows us to reconnect with Allah, recalibrate our priorities, and form habits that strengthen our faith.

But Ramadan is not just about how much we do; it’s about how deeply we transform.

It is often said, “A moment spent in reflection can be better than an entire night in prayer.”

Ramadan isn’t just about stacking up good deeds.

It’s about confronting the inner conditions that hinder our spiritual growth.

Greed, pride, jealousy, and gluttony are just some of the silent barriers between us and true closeness to Allah.

Yet, in the hustle of daily life, these blocks are often easy to ignore or too difficult to address.

Ramadan offers us the perfect environment to break these chains and heal from within.

Ramadan will transform us, but only if we do the actual work.

Facing our inner struggles isn’t easy.

It’s uncomfortable and forces us to confront the darker, shameful aspects of ourselves we tend to avoid.

But this is where the real magic of Ramadan lies.

It unlocks old connections and makes us more malleable, enabling us to rewire our thinking patterns.

Ramadan is not just about the temporary peace we feel in prayer or the warmth of community—it’s about using this month to improve, inside and out.

For some, transformation might mean addressing physical habits—like resisting the urge to overindulge at iftar and prioritizing daily walks.

For others, it could be tackling greed by giving more in charity.

Remember, Ramadan is deeply personal; it’s not a one-size-fits-all experience.

We often try to maximize our deeds and accumulate rewards, but what is most rewarding for one person might look entirely different for someone else.

For the person who struggles to move their body, a simple walk and some dhikr may be a higher form of worship than an extra two rak‘ahs of prayer.

This is why approaching Ramadan with intention and self-awareness is crucial. Yes, acts of worship are foundational.

They equip us with the spiritual strength and mindfulness to tackle our inner battles.

But they are not meant to be a bandage for deeper issues; instead, they are tools to help us recognize and heal the pain points in our souls.

So this Ramadan, I invite you to go beyond the surface.

Trust in the barakah of this month and take the first step.

If you struggle with greed, challenge yourself to give more.

If you struggle with pride, practice humility in your interactions.

These internal struggles are where real transformation happens.

Ramadan isn’t just about what we do—it’s about who we become.

Islamic scholars have identified the most common inner diseases that almost everyone struggles with.

If you’re interested, we can create articles addressing each, exploring the knowledge and actions needed to overcome them.

Let us know in the comments if this is something you’d find beneficial.

Reflect on this:

  1. What habits or attitudes are holding me back from being the best version of myself?

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👶 SunnahStories:

Upon the hills where rivers flow,

A kind man walked, both strong and slow.

With two strong ropes across his back,

He carried pots that held no lack.

One shone bright, of brass so bold,

It stood with pride like gleaming gold.

"I am strong, I do not break!

Unlike you, a big mistake!"

The clay pot sighed, with voice so low,

"Yes, I leak, this much I know."

"Each day, I try to hold my share,

Yet water slips—I’m worse for wear."

The brass pot laughed, so firm and tall,

"Why does he use you, weak and small?"

"You spill the drops, you waste the load,

Why do you walk this dusty road?"

But Kareem, wise, with heart so true,

Turned to his pots with love that grew.

"Oh clay pot, see? Look near your side,

Where flowers bloom both far and wide!"

"The water lost was never gone,

It fed the seeds, it made them strong."

"Each step we took, new life began,

For Allah writes a perfect plan."

The clay pot smiled, no longer weak,

For now, it saw what it did seek.

The brass pot bowed, its pride now thin,

For strength is more than what’s within.

And from that day, they walked as friends,

For Allah’s wisdom never ends.

Reflection Questions:

1️⃣ Why did the brass pot think it was better than the clay pot?

2️⃣ How did the clay pot feel about its flaws?

3️⃣ What lesson did Kareem teach about purpose and value?

4️⃣ Can you think of a time when something you saw as a weakness turned out to be a blessing?

5️⃣ How does Islam teach us to appreciate our strengths instead of comparing ourselves to others?

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He was arrested, his eight-month-pregnant wife was threatened, and when his lawyer tried to intervene, they simply hung up—all because he supported a peaceful Palestinian protest at his college.

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🍉 WatermelonWatch: Day 522

‼️ Israel halted electricity to Gaza amid total aid blockade — despite Israel having already cut off most of Gaza’s electricity during the genocide. Israeli official claims it’ll affect 1 desalination plant that services 600,000+ Palestinians

🇺🇸 Continued direct Hamas-US talks regarding ceasefire

🇺🇸 ICE agents arrested a Palestinian student at Columbia University to revoke his student visa, but when told he’s a permanent resident, said they’ll revoke that too

🏥 Al-Rantisi Hospital in Gaza reopens — now providing needed hemodialysis treatment to 12 kids

🕌 West Bank: Settlers surrounded mosque in Nablus while dozens Palestinians prayed inside

🇵🇸 48-day Jenin siege: IOF tanks opened fire in village of Wadi Burqin; forces also fired smoke bombs at Palestinians & vehicles; also detonated a home in Jenin camp

🇵🇸 Ceasefire violations: IOF targeted Shujayea killing 2 Palestinians; separate drone attack near Maghazi camp

🇵🇸 IOF abducted 2 released Palestinian hostages in Hebron

“م” of the Day

🤲 Make Dua for Rizwana

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Ya Allah, Most Merciful and Generous, grant peace to all the oppressed around the world and unite the Ummah in love and righteousness.

Guide us all to the straight path and strengthen the bond between parents and children, filling our relationships with understanding and kindness.

Oh Allah, keep harm away from us and bless us with goodness that sustains our loved ones. Grant our parents long, healthy lives and fill every home with peace and happiness.

Ya Rabb, bless us with financial security so we may help ourselves and others in ways that please You. Grant us the opportunity to visit Makkah and Madinah in good health and bless all spouses with love, harmony, and righteousness.

Ameen, Ya Rabb al-'Alamin.

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