Especially during these uncertain times, it can be easy to dwell in a negativity and get overwhelmed with confusing thoughts, while not knowing what the future might hold for us.
As muslims, we should be grateful and optimistic about the future since it’s recorded in Hadith Qudsi and Sahih Al-Bukhari that Allah has said: ”I am as My servant think of Me.”
Abu Hurayra (Allah be pleased with him) narrates that the Messenger of Allah (may Allah bless him and give him peace) said, “Allah Most High says: ‘I am according to My slave’s opinion of Me, and I am with him when he remembers Me. If he remembers me to himself, I mention him to myself. When he remembers me in a gathering, I mention him in a gathering greater than that.’” [Bukhari; Muslim]
On the other hand, Allah says in the Quran: “Verily, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.” Quran 13:11
Therefore, purely from a need to grow into better versions of ourselves as well as out of frustration and pressure to create a positive impact in this life, we decided to start taking action on spreading the positivity around us, within our community and beyond.
Moreover, as we embarked on this journey to create Positivegrowth.fi, we realized the transformative power of written positivity not only on our readers but also on our own mindset.
Through the process of crafting content focused on personal development and positivity, we found ourselves deeply immersed in the principles and practices we were advocating. Each article, each reflection, became an opportunity for self-growth and introspection, reinforcing our commitment to living a life aligned with the values we champion.
Thus, Positivegrowth.fi became not just a platform for sharing wisdom but also a catalyst for our own personal growth journey.
So, what do you think? Is it about time to start changing ourselves already and by doing so, help others to do the same?
Ibn Umar reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “The most beloved people to Allah are those who are most beneficial to people. The most beloved deed to Allah is to make a Muslim happy, or remove one of his troubles, or forgive his debt, or feed his hunger. That I walk with a brother regarding a need is more beloved to me than that I seclude myself in this mosque in Medina for a month. Whoever swallows his anger, then Allah will conceal his faults. Whoever suppresses his rage, even though he could fulfill his anger if he wished, then Allah will secure his heart on the Day of Resurrection. Whoever walks with his brother regarding a need until he secures it for him, then Allah Almighty will make his footing firm across the bridge on the day when the footings are shaken.”
Source: al-Mu’jam al-Awsaṭ lil-Ṭabarānī 6026
Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Albani
عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ أَحَبُّ النَّاسِ إِلَى اللَّهِ أَنْفَعُهُمْ لِلنَّاسِ وَأَحَبُّ الأَعْمَالِ إِلَى اللَّهِ سُرُورٌ تُدْخِلُهُ عَلَى مُسْلِمٍ أَوْ تَكْشِفُ عَنْهُ كُرْبَةً أَوْ تَقْضِي عَنْهُ دِينًا أَوْ تَطْرُدُ عَنْهُ جُوعًا وَلَأَنْ أَمْشِيَ مَعَ أَخٍ لِي فِي حَاجَةٍ أَحَبُّ إِلَيَّ مِنْ أَنْ أَعْتَكِفَ فِي هَذَا الْمَسْجِدِ يَعْنِي مَسْجِدَ الْمَدِينَةِ شَهْرًا وَمَنْ كَفَّ غَضَبَهُ سَتَرَ اللَّهُ عَوْرَتَهُ وَمَنْ كَظَمَ غَيْظَهُ وَلَوْ شَاءَ أَنْ يُمْضِيَهُ أَمْضَاهُ مَلأَ اللَّهُ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ قَلْبَهُ أَمْنًا يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ وَمَنْ مَشَى مَعَ أَخِيهِ فِي حَاجَةٍ حَتَّى أَثْبَتَهَا لَهُ أَثْبَتَ اللَّهُ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ قَدَمَهُ عَلَى الصِّرَاطِ يَوْمَ تَزِلُّ فِيهِ الأَقْدَامُ
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As we navigate through the uncertainties of life, it’s totally natural to feel occasionally overwhelmed by negativity and confusion about the future.
Yet, as Muslims, we hold a profound belief in the power of optimism and gratitude, guided by the beautiful teachings of Islam. The hadiths remind us of Allah’s boundless mercy and the transformative impact of our thoughts and actions.
Reflecting on these teachings, we are inspired to take proactive steps towards spreading positivity and making a meaningful difference in our communities and beyond. As we ponder over the profound words of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), urging us to be of service to others, we realize the immense potential we hold to create positive change.
We think it’s time to channel our frustrations into action, to embrace the power of positivity, and to embark on a journey of self-improvement and service to others. Let’s seize this opportunity to change ourselves for the better, knowing that by doing so, we contribute to a brighter, more compassionate world, more pleasing to Allah.
Together, let’s embody the values of kindness, generosity, and empathy, striving to be among those most beloved to Allah, who bring joy, relief, and assistance to those in need.
Are you with us?
Warm regards,
Positivegrowth.fi
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