πŸŒ™ My #Ramadan Preparation Tips

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1: Keep Ramadan real simple.
Clear unnecessary things off your calendar. Have a number of core Ibadat & ease yourself into the rhythm of Ramadan in the 1st week. What went well last year & what didn’t? How could you manage better this time?
2: Set up automated Sadaqah!
This is one of the easiest things you can do to have peace of mind that your reward is secured insha Allah for Lailatul Qadr and all of the days of Ramadan, when rewards are multiplied: Go to launchgood.com/teamramadan to set up automated giving
3: Prepare 2 types of fixed prayer spaces at home
One communal prayer space, and one personal prayer space. Place all essential things you need for your prayer & du'a times right there: mus-haf, du'a book, water, dates & nuts, notebook, Qur'an stand, Qur'an translation etc.
4: Taraweeh bag
Prep your Taraweeh bag so you grab & go at Taraweeh time, if you are going. Water bottle, bag for shoes, prayer mat, healthy snack…things like that. If you are going with kids it’s even more useful to have bags ready and packed beforehand to prevent the mad rush.
5: Simple menu & shopping list for Week 1
Create a simple menu and shopping list for the first week so that things are extra organised & smooth & so you don’t overdo it. Healthy foods, olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil are the best. Keep carbs low or lower (reminder to self!).
6: Visualise your typical Ramadan day
Anticipate tough points, times you need to do certain things, how you can manage energy levels at every stage & keep your sense of equilibrium. Know when you need to have a β€˜state change’. A shower, a walk, a nap, making wudu, can all help.
7: Have pre-Ramadan Family Meeting
Yep, this is to discuss logistics! Prep younger ones for what to expect, remind everyone of the blessings of Ramadan & get them on the same page. Share ahadith, inspire children to see Ramadan as a precious treasure trove of reward & striving.
8: Schedule daily Power Nap & self-care.
Yes. Get a power nap in there every day if possible. Building elements of self-care into your day help you to be at your best for everyone and for your own worship.

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