Assalamualaikum,
Bismillah. Another day, another blessing because we get to live once more. First of all, I created this blog as a place for memories, a space to share stories. I’ve wanted to have my own blog for a while now, with a custom design and all. But, this is the best I can do for now. I’m not very fluent in formal Malay writing, but I’m trying my best. Since this is a personal blog, I’ll be mixing languages. For anyone reading, I hope you can bear with me. :)
Today, I’ll keep things short since I’m already tired from all the designing earlier. I’m starting off this blog with a simple post.
Lately, I’ve been practicing this one zikir (remembrance of God). It’s the Zikir Nabi Yunus. Whenever I feel angry, upset, tired, or uneasy, I recite: "Laa Ilaaha Illa Anta Subhanaka Inni Kuntu Minazzalimin." This means, "O Allah, there is no deity but You, Glory be to You; surely I am one of the wrongdoers."
This zikir has really helped me because, honestly, I often feel uneasy. It’s hard to explain, but I get confused with my own feelings. Alhamdulillah, since I’ve started practicing this zikir, I’ve felt calmer and more at peace. It helps me reflect on myself, reminding me that I am the one who needs religion, that I am the one who needs guidance, and I’ve already found it—the perfect religion, Islam. I’m so grateful.
Yes, it’s true that we have responsibilities as servants of Allah, and we have to fulfill our duties. But, for me, in every duty we perform, we are the ones in need. A simple example is prayer. I’m someone who often feels restless, lonely, and like no one really understands what’s going on inside me. I’m frequently sad, and sometimes I don’t even understand myself. But after realizing that I’m the one who needs religion, it’s become easier for me to pray. Because every action—from taking wudu to making sujud—feels like a relief. It’s hard to explain, but that’s how it is. I just wanted to share my thoughts and experiences.
