The Main Takeaway Today
Today was the first day of the new year, and I chose to start it with peace and learning. I learned that even when things do not go exactly as planned, like a video not loading, I can find another way to reach my goal.
Sleep and Focus
- Slept: 12:30 AM.
- Woke up: 8:00 AM (Fajr performed).
- Focus: I felt very relaxed today. My mind was not racing with office work, so I was able to focus on my spiritual growth and learning.
Things I Need to Remember
- A calm start to the year sets a good tone for the months ahead.
- Motivation comes from within, even on a day meant for resting.
- If one platform does not work, stay patient and find a solution.
Starting the Day
Food and Exercise
- Breakfast (8:30 AM): Tea, paratha, and butter.
- Lunch (1:30 PM): Roti and a light vegetable dish.
- Dinner (8:30 PM): A nice meal to end the first day of the year.
- Activity: I spent most of my time resting and listening to a lecture. I did not do heavy exercise, but I felt mentally active.
Ending the Day
Good Things That Happened:
- I had a very simple and relaxing day, which helped me recover from the fatigue of the past week.
- I felt motivated to keep improving my skills and my character.
- I successfully watched a lecture by Ustad Ahmed Javaid Sahab. Even though the Skool platform was not working for the video, I did not give up and watched it on YouTube instead.
Mistakes and What I Learned:
- The Problem: I could have been frustrated that the video did not play on Skool.
- The Lesson: I learned that being flexible is important. Finding the lecture on YouTube allowed me to finish my task without getting upset.
Prayer and Azkaar Log
- Fajr: 8:00 AM
- Zohr: 1:15 PM
- Asr: 4:30 PM
- Maghrib: 6:00 PM
- Isha: 8:45 PM
Final Thoughts
Today was a quiet but powerful start to 2026. It was a simple day without the rush of office meetings or late-night work. I felt a sense of relief and motivation. Watching the lecture by Ustad Ahmed Javaid Sahab was the highlight of my day. His words always help me think more deeply about life.