Making the most out of Ramadan

Ramadan is guilty of flying by faster than it came. So its important we engage ourselves to see we make the most of the month before it leaves until next year. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you reap all the benefits the month has in store. Shape your soul: Stocking […]

Ramadan is guilty of flying by faster than it came. So its important we engage ourselves to see we make the most of the month before it leaves until next year. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you reap all the benefits the month has in store.

Shape your soul: Stocking up your phone with podcasts and videos of Islamic lectures that can religiously discipline you and uplift you spiritually is a great way to fully utilize the month. Fill those hours of aimless TV watching with this instead. Or tune into the Islamic channels accessible to you.

Cut off distractions: This means anything that may hinder the activities that will keep you engaged in a positive way like frequent dhikr, voluntary prayers and reading. Keep it aside even if it’s just for the month. The rewards you’ll reap will be worth it.

Make a daily planner: Plan your day accordingly but timing everything you want to do within the day, do it during that stipulated time, and stick to it.

Engage in charity: Charity doesn’t have to mean money. It can be food, clothes, words of kindness, and so many other things. Give those who need it more than you do. You’ll feel fulfilled.

Join groups: Join or create a group perhaps on WhatsApp to encourage each other to do as many acts of worship as possible. You can even all meet up for taraweeh and tahajjud prayers and pray it as a group.