Allah loves you.

Just for a few moments, be with yourself and tell yourself it doesn't matter who sees you, Allah sees you. He will validate you and reward you for your efforts. Keep going. Don't let this Ramadan slip by. Allah is aware of your efforts. Khalas, he knows. He will bless you. It does not matter what the world sees, knows or if they are appreciative. What matters is how you feel you are doing in front of Allah. For just a moment, be with yourself and tell yourself only Allah's approval matters.

Please don't let this Ramadan go by. Please. Stay an extra hour up after or before fajr and pray. Call out to Allah and just build a very sincere attempt to connect with him. Days will go by. By the end of Ramadan, don't be filled with regret. You'll thank yourself for striving to work on your soul, your relationship with Allah. There are very few ramadans we get in our life, if we have the time and no responsibilities, drown yourself in Ibadah. Who knows, these prayers may change your relationship with everyone, especially Allah for good.

"Your safe space should be the mat you pray on, the divine words of Allah, the time and space in which you work on your body - be it self care, working out, reading a nice book. Your safe space should be in front of the screen that you learn good things from and have a positive impact. It should not be with the people who have constantly disrespected you and your boundaries. Recognize your triggers. Make YOURSELF your 'safe' space. Anything more, any person's love is just extra. Be very secure in yourself and Allah's love for you, so much so that anyone's presence is always just a bonus. " - Maira Muhammad

Eid Al Adha Mubarak everyone. May this day be of peace and bring you closer to Allah. May we all stay guided and begin to change for the better.