9 Keys to Forming a Salah Habit 🗝️

As-Salamu Alaikum, Minara Community,

As we edge closer to Ramadan, now is the perfect time to reflect on our Salah - not just as a duty, but as a profound expression of love and connection with Allah.

Here are nine of our favourite tips to help you form a prayer habit that is both fulfilling and sustainable (that actually work!)

1. Discover the Why Behind Salah 🤷🏽‍♀️

Understanding the purpose behind Salah deepens its significance. It's not merely an obligation but a conversation with our Creator.

An insightful article by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy, "Why Does God Ask Us to Worship Him?" sheds light on the wisdom of worship, giving Salah a purpose beyond duty.

2. Integrate Salah into Your Daily Routine 🌿

Use prayer times as anchors in your schedule, enhancing productivity and mindfulness. By planning your day around Salah, you make prayer the cornerstone of your life, not a disruption.

3. Embrace Wudu as a Prelude to Prayer 💦

Making wudu before leaving home simplifies maintaining purity throughout the day. This Sunnah act not only prepares you physically but also mentally for prayer, wherever you are.

4. Be Ready to Pray Anytime, Anywhere ⏰

Keep your prayer essentials accessible and face the fear of praying in public once. Drawing inspiration from those who pray openly, remember that every prayer spot is a step closer to Allah.

5. Procrastination vs. Promptness 💭

Avoid delaying your prayers. Utilizing prayer apps or setting alarms can help ensure that you pray at the beginning of the prayer time, fostering discipline and consistency.

6. Mind Your Media Consumption 🤳🏽

Limiting distractions like TV and social media, especially in the initial stages of forming your prayer habit, can help maintain focus and sensitivity towards spirituality.

7. Maintain a Soft Heart 💓

Engaging in spiritual activities such as Taraweeh, attending Islamic lectures, or doing volunteer work can keep your heart tender and receptive to the messages in Salah.

8. Never Lose Hope ✨

Remember, Allah's hope in us never wanes. If you miss a prayer, make it up and continue striving. Our relationship with Allah is built on continuous effort and return.

9. Relish the Connection 💌

Initially, Salah might feel like a chore, but with persistence, its beauty unfolds. Savour those moments of reconnection and realignment they offer.

As We Prepare for Ramadan...

Let these tips guide you in strengthening your Salah practice. Forming a prayer habit now lays a solid foundation for a spiritually enriching Ramadan.

Remember, each Salah is an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and realign with our highest purpose.

Stay Blessed and Connected,

The Minara Team 🌙