Author: Bee

In Ramadan, the month of mercy and transformation, every act of goodness carries even greater weight. When we give, forgive, and help others during this sacred time, we are not just purifying our hearts—we are also planting seeds of blessings that will return to us in ways we cannot always see but will always feel.

Imam Ali (AS) beautifully said: “When you do good to others, you do good to yourself.” (Ghurar al-Hikam). This reflects a deep truth in Islam: the kindness and generosity we show are never lost. Every moment of charity, every sincere prayer for another, every time we hold our tongue instead of speaking harshly—all of it comes back to us, bringing peace to our hearts and barakah into our lives.

Allah Himself reminds us:

“Is the reward for good [anything] but good?” (Qur’an 55:60)

And what better time to embody this than in Ramadan? The Prophet (PBUH) was at his most generous in this month, teaching us that Ramadan is not just about fasting—it is about giving more, loving more, and becoming more merciful.

So, as you move through this blessed month, know that every kindness you offer—whether it’s feeding someone at Iftar, making du’a for a loved one, or even just offering a smile—will return to you in ways only Allah knows. Keep doing good, and trust that the Most Generous will never let it go to waste.

For years, I watched Ramadan pass by without being able to fast. Each year, I felt the ache of longing, the quiet sorrow of being unable to partake fully in what felt like the heart of the month. I told myself that Ramadan is about so much more than fasting—it is about devotion, reflection, and service. I prayed, I gave, I sat in dhikr, and I reminded myself that Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear. And yet, deep down, I still wished I could fast.

Then, this year, I was finally allowed. Tentatively, with raised eyebrows from my medical team, I stepped into Ramadan with hope. I woke for Suhoor, felt the familiar dryness in my throat as the day stretched on, and anticipated the sweetness of breaking my fast at Maghrib. But by the evening of the second day, I was rushed into the hospital. My body, despite my will, was suffering. And there, as I lay in that sterile room with monitors beeping around me, I was told the words I had feared: fasting was hurting me.

I felt my heart sink. But in that quiet moment, I also felt something else—a whisper of realization. Ramadan is not just about fasting; it never was. It is about surrender. It is about obedience—not just in sacrifice, but in listening when Allah tells us to care for ourselves. It is about deepening our devotion in whatever way He has made possible for us.

If I could not fast, then perhaps my role in Ramadan was something else. Perhaps my test was to trust that my worship was just as valuable, even if it looked different. I could still wake for Suhoor, not to eat but to pray. I could still sit at Iftar, not to break a fast but to join in gratitude. I could still give, still reflect, still draw closer to Allah in the ways He had left open for me.

So to those who cannot fast, I see you. I know that sadness, that longing. But I also know that Allah sees you, too. Your Ramadan is no less meaningful, no less blessed. Worship is not one path; it is many, and Allah, in His infinite mercy, has already carved one just for you.

How often have you met someone and thought to yourself ..” wow that person is sunshine in human form “ I know I have.

“The warmth of sunshine is like happiness—you cannot hold it, only feel it.
Just as the sun rises after darkness, Allah’s mercy and hope always return.
And sometimes, He sends people as rays of that sunshine, reminding us that His light often reaches us through the hearts of others.

As Allah says in the Qur’an, ‘Indeed, there has come to you from Allah a light and a clear Book.’ (Qur’an 5:15). This light, or noor, shines through the hearts of those who carry His guidance. It reflects on their faces, a light that stems from their souls—a divine illumination Allah places within them, radiating peace, kindness, and sincerity to all who cross their path.”
©️SeekingSakina2025

Ramadan is a time of turning inward—a month of reflection, renewal, and drawing closer to Allah. It is a time when the distractions of the world fade, and we are given the opportunity to cleanse not only our bodies but our hearts. As we fast, pray, and seek His guidance, we begin to see the world differently, through the lens of faith and sincerity.

They say you will see in the world what you carry in your heart. If your heart holds gratitude, you will find blessings in even the smallest moments. If it carries love, you will see kindness reflected all around you. And if it carries faith, even the darkest trials will reveal signs of Allah’s mercy.

But the heart is not always steady—it wavers, it breaks, it becomes clouded by doubt. Yet, Allah, in His infinite wisdom, can place within it exactly what you need to see the world differently. He can fill it with patience when life feels uncertain, with hope when all seems lost, and with light when everything feels dark.

“And whoever believes in Allah—He will guide his heart.” (Qur’an 64:11)

Ramadan is a reminder that when you turn to Him, He transforms your heart, and in doing so, He transforms the world you see.

The Quran 3:185

Death is certain…. And life is not. This life is temporary

Each day we wake up, go to work, wait for Friday, so we can enjoy the weekend.

It takes a lot of emotional and spiritual energy to stop, pause, and reflect on what is happening and where we are going and indeed where we are.

We often escape from the thought of our end.

Death is a reality for every single living creature we will all experience death.

No one’s health, wealth, status, or riches has ever saved them from dying and being buried with nothing.

NOTHING

So why do we give so much energy, time and attention to this Dunya ?

We always seem to plan for the things like work, college, marriage and yet we never plan for the one thing we know is certain… death.

Personally I think we are scared of the unknown and are more comfortable with what we know like buying the next gadget, the next car , holiday the next distraction or escape from the very thing we chase..this dunya.

Its made us drunk and we have lost focus on what is important

Our Akhirah

honestly today this really got me thinking today about how many signs we dismiss or excuse, instead of listening due to past conditioning.

The child who was told they were lazy may simply keep going for fear of being seen as lazy or a failure, when they should possibly just give up the current direction or change direction entirely. The abused may give too many chances through feelings of failure of guilt or simply not trusting their own judgement so they become easier to manipulate, instead of leaving at the first red flag.

The truth is in all of these situations we have simply lost touch with Allah, we have become so fearful of making a mistake that we keep going when in all honesty we should pause and turn to Allah knowing that in his signs we will find the right path for us.

We need to learn to trust ourselves again and listen to the signs all around us no matter how small, as they come from Allah.

Turn to the Quran

“And the Earth, We spread it out, and cast therein firmly-set mountains and We have made to grow therein of all beautiful kinds; giving insight and a reminder to every servant who turns [to Allah]” (Qur’an 50:7-8).