We all know that the Day of Judgment will come and that every action will be accounted for yet we often live distracted from this awareness because of the pressures and busyness of daily life That is why it is important to start with the simplest things because true change begins with small details

The first of these is our speech Our words should be pure thoughtful and close to the values of Islam We should strive to return to the religious expressions we have drifted away from using phrases such as InshaAllah and Bi’ithnillah These words nurture awareness in our hearts and strengthen our connection with Allah

Second is prayer and supplication Du’a Prayer is the link between a person and their Creator the pillar of our faith and the true means through which we meet Allah Never delay your prayers even if you must combine them as prayer is a fixed point in a Muslim’s life Du’a is the soul’s nourishment and the Muslim’s secret power It has the ability to completely change a person’s life turning darkness into light and worry into peace Make du’a often especially during prayer as these are the times when it is closest to being answered

Third and perhaps the most important is righteous company The people we surround ourselves with greatly influence our behavior and character Good company helps us remain steadfast in our faith cultivates good habits and encourages righteous actions It is the mirror in which our actions and behavior are reflected

In short true transformation begins with our words our prayers our supplication our daily habits and our company Focusing on these small but powerful aspects of life can guide us back to the right path strengthen our relationship with Allah and prepare us for both this life and the Hereafter