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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. Stop complaining & start living. Whenever you’re tempted to complain, look at the suffering around you. It’s a wake up call to be grateful for all that the Almighty has blessed you with. To complain when we have so much going for us is a downright insult to the real sufferers! ‬ 2. Many of us are hesitant to do kind acts because we’re always waiting for that perfect moment. There’s no such thing. Anytime is perfect for you to do good & spread kindness. The Almighty’s not looking for perfection. He’s interested in your heart; your intent. That’s the reward! 3. ‪Fame is a double-edged sword. Not many can handle it. Tamper it with reality, you should be fine. Let it get to your head, it could spell trouble! Arrogance & ego come into play. You may end up a different person! It’s a test from the Almighty. He’s watching your moves! 4. One of the best ways to get through life is to change the way we respond to things. It’s all about perspective ...

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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. Are you on the verge of giving up? Don’t! Stay patient for a while longer. The Almighty wants you to know that the battle is not over. Remember, it’s darkest before dawn. He works miracles. Trust Him because He has not stopped working in your favour. 2. ‪People can’t stand it when someone else is doing well. They will try to plant seeds of doubt & negativity. They may even spread falsehoods just to hijack your success story. Don’t worry about their plans. The Almighty is fully aware & All-Knowing. Trust Him to pave your journey! 3. What will you be known for when you leave this earth? Have you given it a thought? Start by being kind; spread goodness wherever you go. One of the best ways to be remembered is to touch people’s hearts with your acts of kindness.Your legacy is the story there’ll share about you! ‬ 4. There are many out there who need direction. They’re lost or simply in a state of limbo waiting for something to happen. As much as ...

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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. Social media envy is real. It’s fuelled by the fact that people share only their finest moments as if the whole aim of their social media presence is to inspire envy. It’s dangerous. Let’s try and keep it real. Don’t be shallow and materialistic. Get busy with real-life instead! 2. No matter how harsh life gets, you remember the beautiful things the Almighty has promised you. That’s true patience. You keep enduring no matter how terrible you feel inside because you know it won’t last. You never inflict pain on others or let it affect how you treat them. ‬ 3. Respect other people’s time. Your time, your needs, your demands are just as valuable as theirs. Exercise discretion on deadlines & requests. It doesn’t take much to train yourself to be respectful of other people’s time, after all, wouldn’t you want them to do the same for you?‬ 4. Do you want inner peace & serenity? Focus on the Almighty. Make Him a part of your life. Daily. Not just ...

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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. You’ll never be short of critics. It’s made even more challenging in our digital world because most of them are anonymous. Learn to take criticisms in your stride. You don’t have to respond to everyone. Sort the constructive from the destructive. Never compromise your self-worth!‬ 2. When the Almighty closes your door, none can open it besides Him. And when he opens your door, none can close it besides Him. His timing is always perfect. Don't underestimate His Power, Wisdom & Mercy. Turn to Him at all times. Good & bad. Trust Him for He knows best! 3. Keep praying for patience & contentment. We live in such a materialistic world that it can be hard to resist what we see around us. Don’t be tempted to have the latest in everything; fashion, electronic gadgets & smart devices, cars etc. Spend that money on a good cause instead! ‬ 4. It’s easy to post a comment on social media without giving it much thought. It only takes a few seconds....

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life lessons by mufti menk  1. Be aware of how you speak to people. You may come across as trying to one up the other person in many ways with a more powerful story than theirs. Pay attention to such things. It shows you care about what they’re saying; that you’re not just trying to push your own agenda!‬ 2. Do you have a dark soul? One that’s filled with envy & jealousy. Remember, such traits won’t get you anywhere. You’ll end up miserable & disillusioned with life. Be happy for others. Congratulate their success & send out lots of positive energy! It will all come back to you! 3. Social media is full of smoke & mirrors; people inventing a life they don’t actually live. It’s becoming harder to tell who’s real & who’s fake because there are so many on the platform. Life is not meant to be a burden of always trying to impress others & put on a mask! Live! 4. Almighty. We pray for everyone across the globe, for safety as well as comfort amidst uncertainty and ...

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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. Everyone is going through a struggle. You have yours & I have mine. Don’t hurt others with your words. Speak kindly or remain silent. Be sensitive to people’s feelings especially during this difficult period where everyone is anxious and on edge. May the Almighty guide us always!‬ 2. Don’t overthink. Don’t let little things bother you to such an extent that you find it hard to carry on in life. There’s a good reason why many people lose their composure when faced with small irritants. Identify yours and get hold of yourself before it spirals out of control! ‬ 3. There’s so much going on around us today that it’s easy to focus on frustration, fatigue and irritations! Don’t! Take it one step at a time because the Almighty is in full control. Do your best. Surrender to His Decree. You will have enough energy to get through your day. ‬ 4. Almighty. Help us to stay calm amidst the fear, noise and chaos all around us. We’re feeling anxious and overwhe...

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  life lessons by mufti menk 1. If you want to change, start by setting small goals from now. Change doesn't usually happen overnight. You may not be able to do everything the Almighty has prescribed instantly. Strive & show Him you’re sincere, He will pave a way for you! 2. If your #Ramadan hasn’t been what you envisioned, don’t lose hope. As long as you’ve been trying your best, the Almighty knows & will reward you. You may be on a spiritual high or you may be spiritually broken, whichever the case, don’t stop asking Him. Don’t stop repenting. ‬ 3. Don’t ignore the little warnings you get from your spiritual heart. Make it a priority to deal with emotions like anger, bitterness, resentment & bad attitudes. Don’t let such feelings fester. Seek the Almighty’s help to restore peace and calmness so you can feel whole again! 4. Rumours are dangerous; they travel extremely fast. You could have entertained a rumour & not even knew; or worse you started it. Some people ...