hassana elkoussi
Junior Member
How to Make the Most out of Ramadhan
It doesn't matter if you're a city slicker with a high stress job and a long commute or a stay at home mum with a menagerie of kids to manage, you can get into Ramadhan mode and reap the benefits of this month too!
Steps Pre Ramadhan
Shape up your soul: Prepare yourself spiritually by fasting on Mondays, Thursdays and the 13th, 14th, 15th of the lunar calendar in Shaa'baan.
Wake up earlier than usual (even half an hour before Fajr will do) and pray.
Read the Qur'an after Fajr even if it's only for 10-15 minutes.
Stock up on interesting Islamic lectures that you can listen to during the day or on your way to work.
If you're cooking or waiting in a line or have some free time, do thikr.
Detox your body: Stifle the urge to munch snacks at odd moments or when you're bored. Drink lots of water, and avoid endless cups of coffee and tea. Start with a complex carbohydrate breakfast that releases energy slowly and allows you to stay energised through the day. Have a light meal at the end of day with lots of fruit, vegetables, live culture yogurt and salad.
Free your mind: Get rid of all those erototoxins that are generated by watching music videos or listening to music and the anxiety hormones produced by watching the news on TV. Wean yourself off TV, read an interesting Islamic book instead.
Tie your camel: Do what it takes to keep you organised in Ramadhan. Shop for groceries in advance, prepare large batches of food and freeze them, chop vegetables and store them in airtight containers.
jazak Allahu khayra my Sister. may Allah shower and u bless u and with all of us the blessings of Ramadhan.....
