Another month of Ramadan has passed for me, and I will share my thoughts about this year. This post won't consist of as many tips as previous one (read it here), but will be filled more with revelations.
- I followed the same eating plan as last year.
However, I felt that I did binge eating sometimes, which led to stomach
problems. Therefore, I have decided to eat healthy after Ramadan. It's all
in head! I have this stupid idea that I should eat as much as I can while
I am allowed, even though my organism doesn't require it. It's very wrong
and false comprehension of the holy month.
- This year, comparing to the last, fasting was
easier. It doesn't matter how much you eat. For example, one morning I
didn't feel hungry and was tired that didn't want to wake up for suhoor,
but I had it anyway. Other day I missed suhoor, but it turned out to be
one of the easiest days fasting-wise.
- I wear more modest clothes than before, even in
days when it's hot and sunny. This is my progress.
- I don't want anyone to muslimize me. I want to
muslimize by myself. I feel that those stimulations or suggestions
(indirect pressure) coming from Muslims repel me from officially accepting
Islam sooner. Encouragements are welcomed, though.
- Although
I'm still on the path of search, I consider myself as "almost a
Muslim" or a Muslim to-be. Although it may seem hesitant and too slow
for someone, I know that I am progressing and gradually getting closer to
Islam every day. Although I'm not completely practising it, I try to do as
much good deeds as possible: make duas, fast, think and act well, be more
modest, visit mosques when it is possible, read Quran regularly and learn,
learn, learn more about Islam. The last point also includes going
to educational/cultural events (like Iftar with Muslims).
- Non-Muslims often say that
Ramadan is difficult period for Muslims and they feel sorry for them, but
I think Muslims don't suffer at all; every day goes with ease. I also can
confirm that. I feel blessed.
- Time of Ramadan has made me
appreciate what we are given. Islam is very logical religion. Everything
makes sense to me when I reason. I feel free and fresh after Ramadan.
Looking forward to the next, inshallah!
E i d M u b a r a k !
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