Discipline, an uncomfortable medicine

It can be an act of love, in times of necessity, in the smallest effective dose

But there is potential for abuse. It poisons.

For children, it leaves them deprived of the nourishment they are in desperate need of.

planting the seeds of turmoil and self doubt.
Take time to clear it.
Rid the mind from the weeds that grow, plant what is more fruitful

The seeds of acceptance, love and self forgiveness.

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Create space

A Space-
 persists, purposely and peacefully.

The room is not in need of occupation,
but ready to welcome those who respect, maintain and uphold it.
Create space and guard it.
And allow only that which the heart recognises
to enter safely.

post psych thoughts

There are so many ways to live a life
and so many of those are terrible.
Its the small decisions we make,
seemingly insignificant, yet they ultimately determine the course of our lives
So many decisions, yet limited rules.

Instead, choose principles
be not driven by lust, greed, material desire
avoid acting on rage, or making decisions in sadness
act with mercy,
serve,
Beautify words and actions with kindness
and let kindness find its way back.
A light heart is a contented heart.

A person at peace with their very being
flourishes without limitations,
grows irrespective of obstacles,
and unlocks the ability
to not only give without expectation
but accept good without resistance

Treasures

There are enough treasures hidden within
To busy you for a lifetime

Keep moving,

even if the comforts of the present convince you otherwise.

Opening each door as it presents itself, 

Stepping forward bravely with bismillah

searching for knowledge, wisdom, light

Moving nearer to him with each pursuit

Courage

An opportunity to demonstrate inner greatness,

To overcome the biggest threat to our happiness,

The unseen enemy, which takes over the lives of many.

Fear. 

If you desire something, work towards it courageously,

Silence the voices of doubt and fear,

For the chance to enjoin in its treasures.

Otherwise remain passive and settle for mediocrity.

Preserving softness

The soft heart struggles to turn others away,

It welcomes them,

shares its light,

gives out love, almost recklessly,

till suddenly, it finds itself depleted. 

Weakened by its greatest strength.

Yet, despite this, there is nothing to change.

Compassion can't be a flaw,

love should never be limited,

the problem lies not in the heart itself

but in the people it attracts,

Choose those who are just as selfless,

who give just as recklessly,

who return the light.

Or remain alone.

So till the heart finds its way to gentle hands,
Preserve it, within the comforts and safety of solitude 

Khadija bint Khuwaylid

Khadija bint Khuwaylid was the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). Given the honorary title of "Mother of the believers", her life and legacy continue to inspire women and girls across the Muslim world and have done so for centuries.

She embodied strength, self sufficiency, determination and intelligence. Building her own business empire in the midst of pre-islamic Arabia, a society inherently mysogynistic, patriarchal and driven by tribalism. 

The names given to her by her people included Ameerat-Quraysh (The princess of Quraysh), al Tahira (the pure one) and Khadija al Kubra (Khadija the great).

She created her own path.

Her excellence earned her respect from her people.

She knew what she wanted and pursued that. Never did she compromise her values or principles. Never did she put her respect and honour on the line. She expressed what she wanted and asserted herself fully. 

And after a life of social elitism, success and dominance, she lived blissfully with the love of her life, Muhammad (pbuh).

Femininity, softness, sincerity. Her presence was a source of strength, her reassuring words in bleak times offered hope, her faith inspired others. 

The more I read about her, the more I wish to emulate her..

Note to self: Ameerah, Tahira, Khadija- these are going on my list of potential girls' names

Go by energy

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The most valuable gift one can offer is time. To make the effort to meet someone in person, sit with them and offer undivided attention. Spending quality time with others isn't just a pass-time, it allows us to fulfil  our desire to connect, care and ultimately serve. And in the process, doing so reminds us of our own wonderful qualities. Whether that be to add colour to their grey day, make them laugh or give them a glimmer of hope in a bleak time. 

But choose that company wisely.  

Why settle for people who are harsh, critical and cold. Unloading their inner discontent and dissatisfaction. Let good energy guide us towards the right relationships. Be with those who see our worth. They serve as crucial reminders, to appreciate ourselves. For if we love and value ourselves, sharing that love with others becomes natural. And so we move one step closer towards living our best life.  

Why wait?

Start celebrating

Celebrate freedom.

Celebrate health.

Celebrate Life.

Sights, sounds, scents.

Awaken your senses,

with a simple task: 

Search for the extra-ordinary in the ordinary. 

Do what makes you feel alive.

What you're passionate about.

What adds to the richness of you're inner life.

Make time for the inner child, that is too often silenced.