Simply Sukoon

I remember taking this picture during Ramadan 2015. It’s so interesting to me how taraweeh was happening indoors during this time while a storm raged on outside. Peace, sukoon, tranquility, and spirituality indoors while harsh by thunderstorms and lightning let their presence be known outside.

We have the storms in our lives as well. It is possible to focus inwards in search of peace and happiness when our world is a rage of thunder and lightning. Happiness and gratitude in the midst of difficulty and pain. Have you had moments like this? How have you found your peace in these bittersweet storms?

Whether it’s the start of a new day, or the end of an old one, self-reflection can be a powerful tool that helps you learn from the past and navigate how to go forth into your future.

Our capacity to grow, transform, and learn is incredible. And a means of healing from our past and bettering our future InshaAllah.

May Allah accept our good deeds and forgive us our shortcomings. Hoping your Eid today is an incredible and memorable experience. Ameen!

I remember this picture from Pakistan and thought it was both poetic and beautiful how something new, alive was coming from something old and dead.

Forgiving others...and yourself, can be incredibly hard. It pushes you to let go, but its end result can be like new life. A renewal in relationships, in the way you view yourself, and in how you deal with others. Yes, forgiveness is a privilege and not all things should be forgiven.

I wonder, though, that when it comes to ourselves...what growth can come when we allow for mercy, forgiveness, and grace for our past mistakes?

Serenity is defined as “the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.” I’ve found that there are places, times, beliefs, and people that can be a source of serenity.

Regardless of where I am in the world, I’ve found moments of serenity, of calm, peace, and being untroubled while I am in the masaajid. Something about unburdening your troubles and the sukoon of spirituality.

Where have you found your serenity? And if you’ve found it somewhere, do you visit often?