Ramadan Week 2: The Power Of Change

A discussion about change during my Ramadan journey

IMPORTANT DAYS AND EVENTS

3/25/20242 min lesen

a bushy tree with orange flowers in the foreground
a bushy tree with orange flowers in the foreground

What Is Change?

Change is a beautiful idea filled with determination and freshness, yet we sacrifice our old habits that bind our lifestyles together. Change during my second week of fasting was hard to embrace but beneficial to my lifestyle, whether cleaning and organising my room every day or taking a risk, which can make a massive change to my mental health and social life. Change is a motivator that builds into a better version of ourselves for the next day, week, month, year or decade that has yet to come. It is something to embrace with gentle care yet with a strong mind, willing to accept the risks and move forward whether it is successful. Change is inevitable. This second week of Ramadan has implemented changes in my habits, significantly cutting down on eating samosas or the mango shake I usually drink in my opening fast.

How Change Affected My Fast

During the second week of fasting, I recently noticed my sleeping habits slowly improving but still irregularly. I saw this change by being proactive and keeping myself busy to get a good night's sleep. It improved my risks and mindset when applied and consistent with my prayers. It also impacted my gym routine by teaching me new workouts and pushing the idea of no pain, no gain further, which I want to be a testament to my will to keep going. Building my strength and taking time away from boxing sessions and the gym due to fasting was challenging yet fantastic. It helped me achieve my goals of changing my old habits and adopting new habits into my lifestyle. One of the habits I have recently adopted was learning to jump rope, something I learnt from my boxing session to increase my fitness. However, change is not about the new; learning to embrace the old is an excellent example. Jogging or running on a treadmill or in the countryside to push myself reignites the excitement of feeling energised. I love again and push myself beyond the limits.

Inspire Change

Change isn't about changing ourselves but changing the future to provide purpose for those who do not have a voice. Today, we are to give power and a voice to Muslim Charity, founded in 1999, to provide and save those in need by using practical ways to eliminate poverty worldwide through providing education, safe water, and developing health infrastructure. I want to change for myself and make a difference in people's lives. I want to take a step forward and find redemption in myself despite my mistakes. Visiting their shop or charity from a Muslim charity is just a good cause as it aims to support those in need and bring unity to those around us during Ramadan as one cause of change. A change that will elevate the lives of those suffering and slowly bring peace. By emphasizing the importance, we can encourage individuals to contribute to improving the lives of those in need. The act of uplifting their charity serves as a catalyst for change, as it provides sustenance and symbolizes hope and resilience. Through our collective efforts and a shared vision, we can create a powerful change that will bring hope to the community and pave the way for a brighter future. Let us unite in our mission to make a difference in the lives of those without food, education or health support. Let us become the change that will inspire millions around. Let us embrace change.

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