The little things count

Sometimes we can easily get caught up in wanting to achieve big things fast but what we need to do is pace ourselves and take note of the little things because they really do impact the big things and in fact they are what make the big things big.

So this week take note of all the little acts of awesomeness and be grateful for them and know that they are opening the door for big things for you! :)

Drop that Grudge!

...And don't Judge!

It is true to say that we as a human race are too quick to judge!

We don't look at all the facts and we blindly follow everyone else.

Our pious predecessors had something very important to teach about this concept.

It is reported that ‘Abdullâh b. Al-Mubârak said;

It is right that an intelligent person does not undervalue three [types of people]: the scholars, the rulers, and [his Muslim] brothers. Whoever undervalues the scholars will lose his afterlife, whoever undervalues the rulers will lose his worldly life, and whoever undervalues his brothers loses his good character and conduct.

Al-Dhahabî, Siyar A’lâm Al-Nubalâ`17:251.

Undervaluing can also mean judging without knowing or being prejudiced. Not respecting someone's status and achievements. Being jealous and envious.

As my mother always say; 'When you point a finger at someone just remember how many fingers are pointing right back at you!'

So, let's not judge each other but help each other be awesome! :)

Think It! Talk It! Just Do It!

Sometimes we can just over-think things!

Sometimes we can talk about them forever. 

But if we want to make real and lasting positive changes in our life and if we want to get rid of those bad habits then we need to do more than think and talk. 

We need to act! 

You're doing it for yourself and your own life firstly - and then your loved ones (especially if it is something which also affects them too). 

Think it, talk about it but seriously take that first step and just go do it!. 

It is now or never. 

What's stopping you? 

Here's to your best December now and here's to your best life and best akhirah insha'Allah!

Don't be afraid - you're not alone!

We all want to try new things and learn new skills but sometimes when we take that first step we stop ourselves!

Why? 

It's OK to fall - how else will we learn and how else will we improve if we don't allow or accept that we will fall?

Courage is not the absence of fear - its actually fear which gives us courage!

"Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark, professionals built the Titanic." (Anon)

Exactly! 

And with Allah by YOUR side 24/7 you have nothing to be afraid of - so spread your wings and fly and just go for it! :) 

Back on Purpose!

You know what's powerful?

When you take time out to reflect, refocus and get back on purpose. 

I'm all about 'Purpose of Life' as this was a question i was asking whilst meeting people at the young age of 10. 

I was in search of my purpose and why i was here and what i was meant to do. 

I didn't understand why people were just living empty lives like robots. 

Heavens sake i was only 10! 

I was always called; 'Nadia - Janat mein pukarne wali' (the one to call to heaven) as a child. 

My uncle used to visit and every time he said this to me and said this is who i am. 

This is what i heard for the first decade of my life. 

It's no wonder after trials and errors i landed where i was all along - found my purpose and helping you find yours and reconnect you back to Allah. 

And today whilst rehashing my biz plan for my consultancy and brands and the next step to take (i.e. eBooks, podcast, success club, free speaking tour) i stumbled upon the word 'PURPOSE' 3 times!!! 

It's time. 

Let's do this. 

Bismillah-ExCel!

Believe Whatever You Want!

‪#‎PowerfulReminder

This post is real important right now because you'll have an instant personal breakthrough moment - now or later - promise! :)

When we spend time alone and silence our thoughts and reconnect with God - He (swt) will give us the messages that we need to hear which will give us complete clarity in our life and ways to move forward.

Here's what I needed today - and yes, sometimes we hear/read these many times however God always knows when the right time is for us to learn the lesson and when we really need it the most.

This is the message I heard today and it had an instant and profound effect on my soul as right now I needed it the most (I'm just like you lot and need daily reminders too!)

"Believe whatever you want about yourself, about people around you and the world you live in because what you believe is the reality you create for yourself..."

I hope this helps now! :)

Arrogance Breeds Arrogance!

Arrogance breeds arrogance! 

Remember, the devil was thrown out of heaven for his arrogance. 

Humble beginnings lead to great successes. 

Never forget those who helped you on the way. They were gifts from God and if God can gift you then He can withhold it from you. 

There may come a time where those same people who helped you need your help. If they turn to you then know that God chose you to be their gift. Don't throw away your rewards by shutting the door in their face. They will become someone else's gift and you will have passed on all your rewards. You don't want the door to be closed on your face on the Last Day. 

Hurry to be that gift God chose you to be! :)