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Question:
My existence feels singularly devoid of joy, vitality,
and purpose. A persistent sensation of having lost something haunts me, and an
unshakeable gloom (qanūṭiyyat) hangs over my soul.
I strive to observe my daily prayers punctually and
often succeed. My heart harbors no desire to complain against Allah Almighty; I
remain deeply grateful for His bounties, recognizing my own insignificance
before the ceaseless grace of the Merciful Creator. Both intellect and heart
acknowledge this truth, yet for reasons I cannot fathom, an aura of mourning
and sorrowful dejection perpetually envelops my entire being.
Observing my circumstances, I feel an urgent need to
take constructive steps for myself and my future before I become a burden or an
unwelcome presence to others. I wish to engage in meaningful activity and
remain occupied so that I may secure financial independence and shield my
thoughts from negative, idle whispers.
The struggle, however, is that I only hold a Bachelor
of Arts degree and belong to a conservative social environment where women
working in commercial offices is viewed unfavorably, even though employment
opportunities are readily accessible to me. I cannot rebel against my family
and environment, for I am acutely mindful of the familial bonds tied to me. I
remain caught in an agonizing inner dilemma. Furthermore, I have reached an age
where marriage should have taken place, yet I remain unwed.
Venerable mentor! To navigate life, an individual
requires an anchor or a constructive pursuit to remain purposeful. Life demands
a clear objective and a guiding ideal; otherwise, the peril of losing one's way
looms large. I do not wish to lose my way; I yearn to lead an honorable, pure,
and wholesome life, which means being at peace with myself.
Answer:
Commit Surah Ad-Duha to memory. Every morning, sit
facing the rising sun, gaze directly into its dawning light, and recite the
Surah once. Continue this practice daily for forty consecutive days.
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