Slept: 4:00 am Woke up: 12 pm 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm -Shower -Breakfast -Prayers: Zuhr, Asr -Just sitting -Watched a show 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm -Worked on 2 scripts for a client Prayer: Isha 9:00 pm to 3:00 am -Editing + color grading class + 20 min new language learning focused block 3:00 am to 3:30 am -Journal writing -Afterwards fajr prayer insha'Allah I switched my routine back to night because of issues waking up for Fajr. So yesterday, I was so sleepy after 12 am, but I tried hard and made it to 3:30 am. Then I did wudu, and I was so sleepy. I think I prayed half Salah and was so sleepy that I fell asleep. When I woke up at noon, I was sleeping on the bed, but I don't remember the part when I went to sleep on the bed. I thought I slept on the prayer mat, as if a button switched off. 🍃 3 things I learned this week — 17: -Connection -Azkar -Lesson from a series 1. 🌟 I used to give advice to my siblings, would say no to time-wasting activities, always in a rush to save time. I was seen as "self-centered" but still restless. Now, after spending a week with them, I felt so good, as if I've got everything I ever wanted. They'd prefer to watch what I wanted to watch, would choose to eat what I'd say, as if they too were waiting for me. After this realization, my brother came and said: mujhe call kiun nhi krti, mein kaam ke liye hun bs 2. 🌟 One day, after reading some journals here, e.g laraib and madiha, it reminded me of reciting durod and do azkar. Ever since I've started this, I feel better, think better and act better. 3. 🌟 I watched an intense emotional turkish series about street kids, their struggle, and how they are seen in society. It taught me so much and changed my whole world, I hope I'll carry it inside. Maybe I'll write a review someday.

What is empathy and why it matter? Q1. Understanding Someone’s Feelings with Empathy Recently, one of my friends shared that they were feeling mentally exhausted because of studies and family pressure. At first, I responded quickly by giving solutions like “Just take rest,” “Manage your time,” and “Don’t overthink.” I realized later that I was focusing more on fixing the problem instead of understanding their emotions. I did not fully pause to feel what they were going through. My response was logical, but not deeply empathetic. The person probably needed emotional support more than advice. Now, with high empathy, I would respond differently. I would first listen carefully and say things like: “That sounds really difficult.” “I can understand why you feel stressed.” “I’m here for you.” Instead of rushing to solve the issue, I would allow them to express themselves freely. Empathy means making someone feel heard, safe, and understood before giving advice. --- Q2. Listening Without Interrupting? One time, my cousin was upset about problems in their personal life. Instead of interrupting or giving advice immediately, I listened quietly and gave them full attention. I maintained eye contact, nodded, and let them complete their thoughts without judgment. After talking, they said they felt lighter and relaxed because someone genuinely listened to them. It made our relationship stronger because they felt respected and emotionally supported. While listening, I noticed that I became calmer and more patient. I realized that sometimes people do not need solutions; they only need someone who truly listens. Active listening creates trust, emotional comfort, and deeper connection between people. --- Q3. Disagreement and Emotional Understanding? I once had a disagreement with a friend about work responsibilities. During the argument, I focused more on proving that I was right instead of understanding why they were upset. Because of this, the conversation became tense and emotionally distant.