“When Ramadan enters, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hellfire are closed and the devils are chained.” (Al-Bukhari and Muslim)

Ramadan is approaching and I want to ensure that we are all ready for this blessed month. I want to make sure we make the most out of this Ramadan by making Dua, praying, reading the Quran, fasting and doing these small things. It can make a big difference in this life and the Hereafter.

Today, I would like to share with you 10 tips to help you kickstart into a beautiful Ramadan. By incorporating this routine into your daily routine now can help you continue these habits during and even after Ramadan. In Sha Allah, you will learn something from this article.

Tip 1: Make the intention (Niyyah)

Before you start Ramadan and changing your routine to hopefully become a better person, it is important to touch your soul, close your eyes and think about why you are a Muslim. Why are you going to fast this Ramadan? Why do you believe in Allah, the Quran, Hadiths, the Prophets and all that Allah has said? These questions will make you feel mindful and make you feel grateful for all that you have which will give you purpose to start Ramadan.

Tip 2: Download the Muslim Pro App (not sponsored)

Muslim Pro is a free app for mobile devices. This app is the best Islamic app I could possibly find and I would suggest for you to install it. It includes a fasting tracker, praying tracker, prayer times, Quran, Qibla, 99 names of Allah and so much more. It will definitely help you as you can listen to the Quran recitations or know the direction to pray anytime, anywhere.

Tip 3: Have a Ramadan journal

I bought myself an A5 notebook last year for Ramadan and it helped me so much. Alongside the Muslim Pro app, you can use this journal to track the days you have fasted, prayed and also track any goals or habits that you want to fulfil this Ramadan. You can even use the same journal every year.

Tip 4: Create a routine

Using the Ramadan journal, I would also advise for you to create a routine. This is crucial especially as a student. You must know when you will come back after school/work, pray, read the Quran, cook your meals and so on. This will allow you to manage your time properly.

Tip 5: Plan events after Ramadan

If you are planning to go on a trip or have any major events, I would advise you to save it for after Ramadan. It will help you to not get tired and do any major tasks while fasting. You will have more time to focus on Islam.

Tip 6: Practise sleeping habits

During Ramadan, your sleep schedule will be very different from your daily routine. This is since you will have to wake up for Suhoor. After creating that routine, try following those sleeping habits a few days before Ramadan.

Tip 7: Buy your groceries for your meals

Whether it’s your parents or you doing the shopping for the food you will be eating in Ramadan, do it a few days beforehand to ensure that you have everything ready and you won’t have to go shopping while fasting.

Tip 8: Try to go Eid shopping

If you don’t fancy going to look for your Eid outfits while fasting on a hot day, then you may as well look for it beforehand. Have your Eid outfit ready so it’s there ready for you to wear on Eid day.

Tip 9: Forgive people

We all know that talking bad about others and swearing can break your fast. To prevent having negative thoughts about others, try apologising to the people you have done wrong to and forgive people. It will help you get the full reward in Ramadan and you may also make some new friends.

Tip 10: Practise habits and goals that you want to accomplish in Ramadan

Why wait for Ramadan when you can start praying regularly and accomplishing these habits from now? Your aim is to not only be a good Muslim DURING Ramadan, but you also want to do this AFTER Ramadan.

These were some tips that I have tried to implement. Use these as you like but In Sha Allah, you will be able to implement at least a tip or two.

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