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The author
has us imagining our life as a tree. The roots are our declaration of faith,
anchoring us, the strong trunk represents our connection with Allah, and the
branches represent the different aspects of our life and potential growth. If
the trunk is weak, the whole tree suffers. Daily worries, like scattered
branches, can pull our focus away, weakening our roots. She warns, if we're not
careful, we can easily lose sight of Allah and neglect our consciousness of
Him.
Stay Connected is an aid to rebuild that connection.
The book is broken down into prayers for every part of a regular day: From morning to night, there are prayers to help start the day with the right intention, find peace and guidance during the busy hours, and reflect on Allah's blessings before going to sleep. It uses evocative language that resonates with the reader's desire for spiritual connection and at the same time creates a sense of urgency with a call to action.
List of contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: Waking Up in the Morning
- Du[a’ upon waking
- Entering the bathroom and performing wudu’
- Praying Tahajjud
- After Fajr dhikr and Qur’an
Chapter 2: Having a Meal
- Following the Sunnah when having a meal
Chapter 3: Going to Work
- Choosing an outfit
- Reciting the dhikr whilst driving or walking to work
Chapter 4: At the Workplace
- Interaction with co-workers and greeting people
- Avoiding gossip
- Remembering Allah during work hours
- Dealing with stress at work
- When the work schedule is busy
Chapter 5: Arriving Home
- Entering the home
- Interacting with family
- Dhikr of Allah at home
- The evening meal
Chapter 6: Ending the Day
- Retiring at night
- Going to bed
Chapter 7: Other Events
- Shopping in the era of consumerism
- Doctor’s appointment
- Gatherings with family and friends
Chapter 8: Staying Connected to Allah as a Homemaker
Author’s note
About the author
Abeer Arain, MD, MPH is a physician, writer, and avid gardener. Originally from Pakistan, born and raised in Saudi Arabia, and currently living in the Idaho panhandle, United States. She writes about nature and Islam, self-care, and anything that could become a source of Sadaqa Jariyah (ever-lasting charity) for her. When not practicing medicine or working on her next book, she can be found hiking in the forest, exploring the backcountry and the National Parks, planning her next trip, or browsing her local bookstores.
Summary
The author
has us imagining our life as a tree. The roots are our declaration of faith,
anchoring us, the strong trunk represents our connection with Allah, and the
branches represent the different aspects of our life and potential growth. If
the trunk is weak, the whole tree suffers. Daily worries, like scattered
branches, can pull our focus away, weakening our roots. She warns, if we're not
careful, we can easily lose sight of Allah and neglect our consciousness of
Him. Stay Connected is an aid to rebuild that connection.
The book is broken down into prayers for every part of a regular day: From morning to night, there are prayers to help start the day with the right intention, find peace and guidance during the busy hours, and reflect on Allah's blessings before going to sleep. It uses evocative language that resonates with the reader's desire for spiritual connection and at the same time creates a sense of urgency with a call to action.
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