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A video posted by dear uncle Khaled (khaledmnabhann) picking lilies as a tribute to Gaza and the people of the world...

A translation of what he says in the video:

(Comment from instagram user mydxbstyle - Translation: 'Today is 4 August 2024. Today, I put together this bouquet of lilies as a gift to the souls of the martyrs of Gaza, the people of Gaza, and the Arab and Islamic Nation, and to all Free People of the world!')

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An interesting conversation between two people during my commute to work.

Person 1: What does it matter? You’re only alive until the next prayer anyway.

Person 2: What do you mean?

Person 1: Think of it like a game, each prayer time is a checkpoint. If you see life as just the time between one prayer and the next, you won’t worry so much about the past or future. You’ll focus on doing your best in the moment. It’s like having a clear deadline, it makes it easier to stay mindful of your words and actions. Instill the fear of death, assume that you won't stay alive until the next prayer.

Person 2: That makes sense. If I believe my time is only until the next prayer, I’ll naturally focus on making it count.

Person 1: Exactly. You’ll fulfill your duties to others and, most importantly, to Allah. Keep it simple.

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Ya Allah, this heart of mine is a fool, as it has always been. Were it not for Your infinite guidance and mercy, my own vices would have led me to ruin beyond repair.

Ya Allah, I come to You with countless requests, but You alone know what is best for me. Protect me from the deceptions of my own self, and when You withhold that which I so earnestly ask for, bless me with the wisdom to understand and the patience to embrace Your decree.

Guide this servant in the way most pleasing to You. Save me from becoming a trial to myself or a burden to others.

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"Days will pass, and you'll rediscover passions you thought were lost, cherish someone deeply, pursue a dream with newfound vigor, and finally, create your own reality."

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"Sometimes, what we search for the hardest lies quietly in our blind spot, patiently waiting for the moment we stop chasing and finally see."

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I was lying on my bed, rolling lazily, when a memory swept over me. It was a winter evening, just after Maghrib prayer. I had woken up to the final tasleem of the imam echoing from the nearby masjid. I was nine, resting in our small apartment, my mother didn't wake me up for the prayer. Through the window, the cold air carried the aroma of fresh bread from the bakery across the street. As I looked outside at the chilly evening, I knew one thing for certain, I would never tire of the smell of freshly baked bread.

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The pages turn, and so do the words. They weave their way into the heart, awakening emotions that glisten in the eyes. Can we perceive without truly seeing? Often, our gaze lingers on one thing while the heart envisions another.

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"Listen, young man, all you need to do is watch for the signs and follow the path. What you seek will reveal itself in time; just hold steady until then. What feels like an eternity will pass in an instant."

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This morning, as I stepped outside my house on my way to work, I paused after locking the door. For a moment, I felt the need to speak to myself, and the words came quietly:

“You’re leaving the comfort of your home, stepping out from this shelter, with the hope of returning safely, God willing. You go to seek your sustenance, striving in a manner that is lawful and pleasing to Him. Treat others with kindness and grace, yet hold steadfast to your principles, unyielding when it matters. Go the extra mile when it’s right, but know when to hold back. Guard your honor, for it can be easily compromised by the smallest of mistakes. Keep your eyes disciplined, for it is all too easy to lose focus. And when you return home, return as a warrior, one who has faced the world and conquered it with integrity.”

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After my shift ended, I was starving and craving my favorite beef burger. I opened the ordering app, only to discover that my favorite restaurant seemed to have disappeared. My heart sank, and my disappointment was immeasurable. I realized that the last time I had the burger might have been my final time, without even knowing it. There was a dull ache in my stomach, probably more from hunger than sadness, but the pain was real.

Then I realized I had selected the wrong location. After fixing it, I was relieved to find that my favorite restaurant—and my beloved burger—were still there.

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"A steadfast heart stands unshaken by life's trials, for only shallow roots are torn by the storm."

Stress

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I've always dreamed of drawing and painting. When did I lose the motivation? When was that last time I set down my pencil, thinking I’d pick it up again but never did? There are so many vivid dreams waiting within me, ready to take shape on paper—through words or brushstrokes, they need to be released. I'm going to start again, and I know it will be beautiful.

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In retrospect, everything becomes clearer. You didn’t know any better while you were navigating those experiences, you had to figure things out as you walked the path. It’s only now, with a broader perspective, that you can fully understand it all. So, don’t be too hard on yourself. Instead of feeling upset for being naïve then, take pride in the maturity you’ve gained now.