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Question:
I am currently 33 years old. Since my early years, I have been committed to
prayer, but over the past three and a half years, my devotion has gradually
diminished to the point where I no longer consistently observe it. When I am in
the company of others, I still perform my prayers, but my intention is that my
negligence does not lead others to neglect their obligations. I also pray with
the hope that my hypocritical actions might inspire someone else to become a
sincere worshipper, and perhaps their prayer will be the means of my
forgiveness. I have always spoken of the greatness of prayer and Islam, yet
inwardly, my soul feels wounded, and I am in a constant state of unrest and
anxiety. Please advise me on how to reform my condition. It is also important
to note that I strongly believe in destiny, and I consider everything I do to
be exactly as it was written for me.
Answer: A human being is merely an embodiment of experiences (wārdaāt) which are formed through the senses of sight, hearing, and understanding. These experiences are constantly being created and consumed. This cycle is continuous. The effectiveness of this process is influenced by specific intervals. When one is in alignment with their natural state (fiṭrah), their mental and physiological balance is maintained. If one disconnects from this nature, mental and nervous weaknesses emerge. To align with this state, one must regularly create moments of single-minded—khālī al-dhihn. The most effective method for achieving this is through walking in twilight or darkness. Additionally, an early bedtime followed by an early rise will aid in realigning the mind and spirit.
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