๐ When you walk by some people who are taller than you,
Instead of feeling inadequate or insecure,
Recall those who are shorter, those with legs but can't move
Unless they have a wheelchair or crutches they can use,
And those with dwarfism who often get ridiculed.
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When you meet couples who married earlier than you,
And they bring up many kids while you have less than two,
Recall those without partners who contentedly choose
To stay single and marriage proposals they refuse.
Marrying isn't crucial for one's life to improve.
~•~
When you come across vlogs of socialities on YouTube,
Videos of grand house tours and reviews of luscious food,
Remember the homeless, refugees worldwide, the poor,
Those who are in jail and can't request what to consume,
And patients who receive nutrients by way of tubes.
~•~
When you encounter professionals more skilled than you,
Or peers who surpass you in some things you like to do,
Recall those with special needs, those who dropped out of school,
And those who, though without degrees, are business tycoons.
In your grave, good deeds matter more than misused fortune.
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As Muslims, be grateful for the gifts Allah gave you,
And don't let constant comparison spoil current moods.
Just as trees, seas and mountains have their own pleasant views,
While butterflies, eagles and owls have their own virtues,
Allah blessed you too. Strive with patience and gratitude.
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๐ Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Look to those below you and do not look at those above you, for it is the best way not to belittle the favors of Allah."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6125
Sahih Muslim 2963
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
๐ Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Faith and envy do not combine within a believing servant."
In another narration, the Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Greed and faith are never combined in the heart of a servant."
Source: Sunan Al-Nasā’ī 3109
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
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