In the blink of an eye, the initial 10 days of Ramadan have passed. Soon, we will bid farewell to this sacred month, uncertain if we will witness another.
Many of us experience a dip in momentum around this midpoint of Ramadan. I confess that I enthusiastically enter Ramadan, often overlooking the potential for burnout.
Ramadan Burnout
If you’re reading this, remember that Ramadan isn’t a time for burnout; it’s a race between you and yourself and you want to reach that finish line first place!
As a fellow planner, you’ll appreciate an extra boost to keep you motivated during these next 10 days.
Questions to Reflect Upon in Ramadan
- Islam:
- Beyond food and water, have I fasted from other distractions or negative habits?
- What new good deeds have I initiated?
- Which sins do I still need to abandon?
- How have I demonstrated loyalty to Allah?
- How much time daily have I spent connecting with Allah?
- Self:
- How can I better care for myself while serving others?
- Have I sought healing through the Quran?
- Am I more mindful of my thoughts, words, and actions?
- Marriage:
- Have I selflessly served my spouse?
- How often have I thanked Allah for granting me a righteous partner?
- In what ways have I expressed love to my husband?
- Have I dedicated quality time to him?
- Home:
- How frequently have I expressed gratitude for the security of my home during Ramadan?
- Have I created a safe space for my personal connection with Allah?
- Am I more appreciative of the sustenance Allah provides?
- Fitness:
- How often have I thanked Allah for my healthy body?
- Have I tuned in to my physical well-being (through walks, exercise, etc.)?
May these reflections deepen our spirituality during the remaining days of Ramadan.
Reflection on the Past 10 Days of Ramadan
We cannot plan for the next 10 days without effectively analyzing the past 10 days. If you downloaded my FREE RAMADAN 2024 PLANNER, reflect on the past 10 days now. However, don’t feel discouraged if you haven’t journaled your days.
I’ve included a one-page reflection after every 10 days of Ramadan to help you recall what you want to do more of, less of, and your action plan!
The Second 10 Days of Ramadan
Now that we’ve reflected and put our thoughts onto paper, it’s time to set our intentions and commit. Planning is the first step; it means nothing if actions do not follow it. Take your paper and make this duaa to Allah
How are you planning on keeping your momentum in Ramadan?