As-Salamu Alaikum, Minara Community!
Welcome to this week’s newsletter! As we journey through our spiritual lives, we're constantly seeking ways to enhance our connection with Allah. This week, we delve into the concept of 'habit stacking,' a powerful tool to enhance your Dhikr practice, and share a tip on punctuality in prayers.
The Power of Habit Stacking for Dhikr 📿
🔗 Creating a Chain of Positive Habits
Habit stacking, a term popularised by author James Clear, is about taking a habit you already do consistently and stacking a new behavior on top of it. It's a simple yet effective way to build new habits.
It got us thinking, how can this be applied to our daily habits as Muslims? 💭
How to Apply Habit Stacking to Salah + Dhikr
Here’s the formula for habit-stacking:
After/Before [CURRENT HABIT], I will [NEW HABIT].
For Example: After each Salah, I will recite [specific Dhikr or Dua].
By attaching Dhikr to your established Salah routine, you’re more likely to remember and stay consistent. This small addition can greatly enrich your spiritual experience and keep you connected throughout the day.
Why not give this a try for a consecutive amount of days and let us know how you get on! 👋🏼
Prayer Tip of the Week: Observing the Benefits of Punctuality
⏰ Timeliness in Salah
This week, our focus is on the punctuality of our prayers. Observing how timely Salah positively influences our day can be a motivating factor.
Reflect on the Impact:
Notice changes in your mood, resilience, and overall sense of balance after praying on time.
Acknowledge the ease and flow in your daily tasks when you prioritize Salah.
Paying attention to these subtle yet significant shifts can reinforce the habit of praying on time, making it a fulfilling and non-negotiable part of your day. ❤️
A Positive Note: Remembering Palestine
🌍 Duas for Strength and Peace
As we near Ramadan, let's not forget to keep Palestine and all those in hardship in our prayers. The power of collective Duas can bring about strength, peace, and change. As you stack your habits and enrich your Salah, let's also stack our Duas for the betterment of the Ummah.
May this week be one of growth, reflection, and newfound habits that bring you closer to Allah. Keep striving, keep growing, and remember, every small step is a leap in your spiritual journey.
Stay blessed,
The Minara Team 🌙
