Note: You Have Every Right To Avoid Things And People Who Make You Feel Bad About The Blessings That Allah Gave You

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 Imagine an examination hall where students of all grades are seated to answer different sheets of exam depending on their level and competency. If they were given one hour to complete the test, do you think those students who wistfully stare at others' exams can pass theirs well if they utilize their time wanting someone else's papers or fantasizing how nice it would be if they sat closer to the door for a quicker exit, instead of focusing on answering the questions which were allotted to them? No. Similarly, if a contestant in an automobile race kept wishing they had the car of so-and-so, or if an athlete's running speed was decelerated because they were distracted by the well-toned muscles of other runners, is there a guarantee that they'd reach at least the top three rankings? Probably not.

Insecurely keeping a close on eye on other people's lives, while forgetting about improving your own life, is one of the shortcuts to depressed moods or feeling unsatisfied with what Allah the Most Wise chose to give you as a test. You could be enjoying a nice mug of coffee and tuna sandwich until you come across videos on YouTube showcasing popular YouTubers devouring large quantities of edibles to entertain their fans. Or you could be grateful to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala that He blessed you at thirty years old with a loving spouse who tries to earn halal income abroad until you meet a woman your age who married her foreign schoolmate when she was in her teens. 

Jealous feelings usually arise when shaytan cunningly tries to remind you of something that you're lacking, and his aim is to weaken your faith/Imaaan through questioning Allah's Justice and Wisdom. AstaghfurAllah Al-'Atheem. 

To avoid getting triggered by envy and inferiority complex, specially to maintain your spiritual well-being, you have every right to distance yourself from things and individuals who prompt you to feel bad or inadequate regarding the favors which Allah the Most Kind wisely selected for you. 

Don't reluctantly befriend someone whose presence reminds you of your shortcomings while they can't inspire you at all to strengthen your love for Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala. Unfollow pages online and stop watching unproductively vlogs of materialistic people whose main aspiration is to achieve fame in this fleeting world. 

Listen to your intuition which is a gift from Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to those who strive to be near Him. If socializing with a person or stalking their status updates consistently results in your faith/Imaan getting weaker whenever they're around, then they are not deserving of your full attention. 

~•~ 

📖 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 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are the best people?” The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "One with a heart swept clean and truthful in speech." We said, “O Messenger of Allah, we know truthful in speech. What is a heart swept clean?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "One that is mindful of Allah and pure, in which there is no sin, nor aggression, nor envy." We said, “Who shows a sign of it?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "One who hates worldliness and loves the Hereafter." They said, “And who shows a sign of it?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A believer with good character."

Source: Shu’ab Al-Imān 4457

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

📖 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 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 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/03/poem-thank-allah-for-blessings-he-chose.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/12/poem-pure-hearts-believe-in-allah-and.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/05/poem-tips-to-not-get-jealous-of-others.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/06/poem-tips-on-how-to-manage-negative.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/08/poem-some-secrets-to-not-feeling.html 

Poem: Live To Please Only Allah The Almighty, And Embrace Your Weirdness Confidently

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful 

💌 Bring it on - say I'm "weird", "kakaiba", "strange", "freaky", 

"Peculiar", "eccentric", "oddball" - I'm not you, clearly. 

I'd rather do what pleases Allah the Almighty 

Than conform to low standards of lost society.

I'm grateful to side with the guided minority. 

~•~

A crowd that crawls to a cave invited by monkeys 

To jump into a pit of lava for free candies 

Would call a sensible person who resists "crazy", 

"Weirdo", "misfit", or "deluded by conspiracies", 

When they're the ones in deep trouble, in reality. 

~•~

To a large number of students who do not study, 

And instead they spend most nights on games or loud parties,

That one student who takes their studies so seriously,

With a mission to pass the exams determinedly, 

Would be called "loser" while they're the real losers, really. 

~•~

A person's true worth, merits of an activity, 

And virtues of a cause can't be measured precisely 

According to how much good attention they receive. 

Prophet Nuh ('alaihis salaam) in his time had few supporters only, 

Yet Allah loves him for his hard work and right belief. 

~•~

Share Allah's Message wisely while the majority 

Of souls flee from knowledge or stay quiet cowardly. 

Pray to Allah, strive to make life choices correctly, 

And value modesty, despite critics' mockery. 

On Judgment Day we'll find out who'll be laughing lastly. 

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Islam began as something strange and it will return to being strange, so (Tooba / glad tidings to) blessed are the strangers."

Source: Sahih Muslim 145

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "We are now in this day. Blessed are the strangers." It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are the strangers?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Righteous people among many evil (wicked, misguided) people. Those who disobey them are more numerous than those who obey them."

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ahmed Shakir 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-focus-on-achieving-allahs-love.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-dont-be-shy-of-being-among.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-ghurabaastrangers-among-muslims.html 

Tips: Eleven Signs Of A Potential Friend Or That A Person Doesn't Hold A Grudge Against You

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 Just because some individuals at work or school talk to you regularly, it doesn't qualify them as "real friends". Anybody can easily smile at you out of courtesy while concealing undeniable jealousy or bitterness from an unresolved misunderstanding. 

Eleven signs that a person likes you as a potential friend or they don't hold a grudge against you at all:

1] They seem very patient with you. No matter how many times you didn't show up or you were late for an appointment, or you don't always answer their messages punctually, they readily forgive and understand that there are moments when you can get busy. 

2] When you're speaking to them face to face, you notice they're good at making eye contact, listening to you attentively, and not being distracted by their phone or unrelated activity. 

3] In a gathering or social setting, they show eagerness or willingness to sit beside you, or if you take a seat near them, they don't instantly get up to transfer to another area as though they're intimidated, but they remain seated, calm and collected. 

4] They've given you freebies, bought you drinks or snacks, or went out of their way to give you a gift or souvenir from their travel at least twice. 

5] Several times they've defended you, took your side in an argument, or saved you from an embarrassing situation. 

6] Their handshakes are usually firm and sincere, accompanied by a loving hug or cheerful vibe, not flimsy nor awkward as if they're scared to approach you. 

7] When engaging in a conversation, they occasionally ask you questions about yourself, your loved ones, interests, values, and concerns. A person who makes you feel as though you're conducting a formal job interview, because you're the only one interrogating, isn't a true friend. 

8] You can describe them as "kind", "helpful", and "generous", as they've demonstrated many times that they have the ability to assist you, offer advice, listen, help out, and share with you some of their belongings. 

9] At least twice they've invited you to an event, requested if you could accompany them outdoors, asked if they can pay a visit, or casually hang out when you're available. 

10] They've shared with you some secrets or sensitive information which they haven't told most people, or they informed you about an unforgettable dream, asking for your honest opinion. 

11] You still remember the time when they gave unsolicited advice, and you appreciate the fact that any heads-up, reminder, or correction from them shows how they care enough to hope you keep improving as a striving Muslim. 

If at least five of the above reminds you of someone, maintain connection with them for Allah's sake and have patience with their flaws, delayed responses, and mistakes. Not all souls instantly click when they first meet. Some of the strongest friendships are formed bit by bit, at a slower pace.

~•~ 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The souls are conscripted soldiers. They come together upon what they recognize, and they differ upon what they reject." 

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 3109

Sahih Muslim 2638 

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/05/poem-three-common-qualities-of-close.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/02/poem-confession-on-few-good-souls-whom.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/06/tips-five-differences-between-those-who.html 

http://justsharingislam.blogspot.com/2017/03/poem-similar-souls-likely-get-along.html 

Poem: When To Interfere Or Enjoin Good Deeds And When To Mind Your Business

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful 

💌 Three instances when it's better to enjoin what's right, 

When it's wiser to not keep certain info inside, 

And when speaking out brings you closer to Paradise: 

When the one you advise is your relative or child, 

When untold truth can harm, and informing is required. 

~•~ 

Trying to mind your business is a move that's unwise 

If someone making mistakes is a loved one or child, 

If your silence leads to their loss in this worldly life 

While they could've listened if you enjoined what is right, 

And if pride makes you fear people more than Allah's Might. 

~•~

When is it sensible to hate a sin from inside, 

And fleeing is safer than inviting needless fights, 

While still hating inwardly all that Allah dislikes? 

When correcting someone is more harmful than worthwhile, 

And they're too proud to listen despite frequent advice. 

~•~

No use in pushing a donkey if numerous times 

You've asked it to move but it refuses to give rides. 

Know that Allah is the One Who inspires, helps, and guides.  

If Allah decrees and decides that some souls don't thrive 

In terms of faith, they can't change, even if you remind. 

~•~ 

Inspire Muslims to do good, and warn against vice / crimes, 

If those whom you're advising can wisely recognize 

The need for Taqwa and the real purpose of our lives, 

And attempting to correct errors doesn't incite 

Avoidable fitna which could complicate one's life.

~•~

📖 Ali Ibn Husayn RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, part of perfection in Islam is for a person to leave what does not concern him."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2318

Grade: Sahih li ghayri (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

📖 Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever among you sees evil, let him change it with his hand (by stopping it physically). If he is unable to do so, then with his tongue (verbally, by warning or speaking against that wrongdoing). If he is unable to do so, then with his heart (by at least hating the sin instead of admiring the wrongdoers), and that is the weakest level of faith." 

Source: Sahih Muslim 49 

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

📖 Umm Salamah RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "There will be rulers (in the future, before the Day of Judgment) from whom you will see both goodness and corruption. One who recognizes their evil and hates it will maintain his innocence; but one who is pleased with it and follows them (in committing the wrongdoing) will be sinful." It was said, “Shall we not fight them?” The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "No, as long as they pray." 

Source: Sahih Muslim 1854 

Grade: Sahih 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The believer is a mirror to his faithful brother. He protects him against loss and defends him behind his back." 

Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu said, 'The believer is a mirror to his brother. If he sees something wrong in him, he should correct it.' 

Source: Al-Adab Al-Mufrad 239 

Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/07/note-importance-of-enjoining-good-deeds.html 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iW9VSVkj8uA

Note: My Brief Story On How I Started Including Tahajjud As Part Of My Routine

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful 

💌 The first time I was interested in including Tahajjud / Qiyaam Al-Layl as part of my regular routine was when I was around twelve or thirteen years old. I remember waking up late at night often to go to the bathroom and while most of the lights in the apartment were switched off, one of the living rooms would be brightly lit and I could overhear my parents (Allah yarhamhuma. Ameen.) praying together a special night prayer which I thought was only prayed during Ramadan and done by older individuals or adults. Alhamdulillah with Allah's Guidance I gradually became interested in praying Qiyaam Al-Layl often after conducting some thorough research about it and with frequent encouragement from my dear mother (Allah yarhamha. Ameen.) to never quit praying Tahajjud. 

In the beginning I wasn't very regular in praying Qiyaam Al-Layl though until I discovered that there was a huge difference between starting your day after having prayed Tahajjud and facing the day without having prayed Tahajjud whether it was due to oversleeping, having my monthly excuse, or not feeling motivated due to temporary stress or sadness. 

On days when I missed out on the virtues and rewards of praying Tahajjud, since I was in my teens up till now in my early thirties, I realized that I felt "more vulnerable to fitna" and more susceptible to mood swings or annoyance. It was as if I didn't have a significant shield needed to be more careful, wiser, or strong enough to pass certain tests and challenges. Alternatively whenever I was able to wake up anywhere from 2:30 am to some minutes before Salat Al-Fajr, I noticed that my motivation to do good deeds was stronger, felt more inspired, and my intuition (from Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) seemed more accurate than on days in which I missed out on Tahajjud's countless blessings. 

Praying Tahajjud for Allah's sake regularly is one of the distinctive qualities of pious Muslims who sincerely strive to be close allies and loyal supporters of Allah the Almighty and His noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam. Try to include it as one of your best habits and 

Inn-sha-Allah you can witness the quality of your Deen and dunya improve a lot.

~•~ 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, 'Our Rabb (Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) descends to the lowest Heaven in the last third of every night, and He Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala says: "Who is calling upon Me, so that I may answer him? Who is asking from Me, so that I may give him? Who is seeking My forgiveness, so that I may forgive him?"'

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1094

Sahih Muslim 758

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-join-those-who-pray-tahajjud-often.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/06/poem-benefits-of-praying-tahajjud.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/12/poem-praying-tahajjud-once-in-while-is.html