6 Practical Tips to Reset Your Life This Ramadan

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بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

Many of us look forward to a new beginning in Ramadan, but if you’re feeling stuck on how to start, I’m sharing these practical tips with you, and I hope you find them beneficial, in sha Allah.

1. Own Your Mistakes

Accountability and realizing your mistakes is a precious gift of guidance from Allah and should never be taken for granted. Girl, be honest about your shortcomings—no shame, no guilt. Remember, this conversation is private, just between you and Allah. Grab a pen and paper, find a quiet space, and gently assess where you are right now. Embracing your mistakes clearly and kindly is crucial for knowing when it’s time to call yourself to account and fix up!

2. Sincerely Repent

You know those quiet, tearful moments when it’s just you and Allah? That deep vulnerability heals you softly from the inside out. Trust that Allah welcomes your sincere repentance and lovingly wipes your slate clean. It’s your precious chance to start fresh.

“O you who have believed, repent to Allah with sincere repentance.” (Quran 66:8)

3. Set Audacious Goals

Use that dopamine, that beautiful energy you got from genuinely making yourself accountable and repenting sincerely, to set new goals. Start with your spiritual goals first; everything else will naturally follow. Don’t hold back! Remember, this is your life, and you can’t micromanage this one chance you have to prepare your life beyond this Dunya. One of the beautiful lessons I’ve learned from the Seerah of the Prophets (peace be upon them) is how their repentance was immediately followed by turning to Allah with conviction and hefty requests (as we humans see it—but with Allah, it’s nothing!).

Prophet Sulaiman asked Allah for unmatched wealth and a kingdom:

“He said, ‘My Lord, forgive me and grant me a kingdom such as will not belong to anyone after me. Indeed, it is You who is the Bestower.'” (Quran 38:35)

Prophet Musa also boldly requested Allah’s support and ease despite his circumstances:

[Mûsâ (Moses)] said: “O my Lord! Open for me my chest (grant me self-confidence, contentment, and boldness).”And ease my task for me;”And loose the knot (the defect) from my tongue, (i.e. remove the incorrectness from my speech) [That occurred as a result of a brand of fire which Mûsâ (Moses) put in his mouth when he was an infant]. (Tafsir At-Tabarî).”That they understand my speech. (Quran 20:25-28)

Dream big, without hesitation, knowing Allah is generous and loves when you come to Him openly and bravely.

4. Intensify Your Du’a

Ramadan, especially in the last ten nights, is your moment to speak your heart openly and honestly to Allah. Your dreams are valid, beautiful, and worthy of being presented before Him. Be specific, sincere, and consistent with your Du’a, making sure it aligns with what pleases Allah.

And when My slaves ask you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) concerning Me, then (answer them), I am indeed near (to them by My Knowledge). I respond to the invocations of the supplicant when he calls on Me (without any mediator or intercessor). So let them obey Me and believe in Me, so that they may be led aright. (Quran 2:186)

5. Extend Grace to YOU

Be gentle with yourself. Mistakes and setbacks don’t define you, they refine you. Honor your growth, allow yourself space and grace, and remember that self-compassion doesn’t mean lack of discipline, it means caring enough about yourself to gently persevere.

6. Be Consistent

Consistency is your quiet weapon. The initial spark of excitement might fade, but staying committed ensures real, lasting change. Keep taking small, manageable steps towards your beautiful goals and gently hold yourself accountable.

“The most beloved deeds to Allah are those done consistently, even if they are small.” (Sahih Bukhari)

Remember: Your journey is personal, between you, your life, and Allah alone. Resetting this Ramadan is not about external validation but about you becoming the most authentic, beautiful version of yourself.

If this resonates with you, share it with someone who might find it valuable too.

As-salamu alaykum!

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