The DiscoverU Life Podcast

Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares 5 techniques to help combat laziness, boost your energy, and stay focused on worshiping Allah.

From fighting off yawns and following the Prophet's (PBUH) advice on moderation in eating to surrounding yourself with the right company, these tips are rooted in the wisdom of our Deen.

He also talks about the importance of seeking Allah’s protection from laziness, being truthful with yourself, and striving to push beyond excuses when it comes to fulfilling your duties. Let’s reflect on how these small actions can transform our daily lives and bring us closer to Allah.

Each name of Allah is a manifestation of His perfection.
His (swt) attributes are beyond human comprehension.
When we invoke Allah using His names in our Duas...
We’re not merely uttering words but tapping into the essence of His attributes.
Whether we call upon Him as Al-Rahman (the Most Merciful) or Al-Qadir (the All-Powerful), we’re acknowledging His sovereignty over all creation and seeking His aid with humility and reverence.
In it, we beseech Allah by His beautiful names. Who better to call during our lowest points in life?
Furthermore, let us reflect on the common phrase ""God is love."" While some phrases like “God is love” may carry good intentions, they fall short of capturing the entirety of Allah's majesty.
Yes, Allah is indeed Al-Wadud (the All-Loving), but to reduce Him to a mere abstract concept like love is to diminish His greatness.
Let’s not forget to approach Allah with the utmost reverence and awe, acknowledging His names and attributes in their fullness.
Let’s never underestimate the power of invoking Allah through His names.
Take a moment to reflect on the power of Allah’s attributes and choose His names carefully. May Allah guide us on this path of enlightenment and bless us with His mercy and grace. Ameen"

People hurt each other all the time...
That’s part of being human.
But when the hurt goes deep enough that scars your relationship for life...
That’s when things get sour...
...to the point you can’t even be in the same room as them.
Look, if that connection mattered to you before...
It should matter to you now.
Even when you’re at each other’s throats...
...Or have lost the will to talk freely...
...Or became distant without caring at all...
...That shouldn’t stop you from reigniting that closeness you once had.

“Why should I put my trust in Allah’s plan? What if, His plan is different from mine?”
Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef explores the idea that every event, whether a trial or a blessing, is predestined by the Divine.
Trust doesn’t mean everything will work out the way we want, but it ensures we stand our ground and accept what Allah has destined for us.
This is where he emphasizes on:
- The significance of offering specific and meaningful dua (prayers).
- How the calamities of life like fear, hunger, loss of wealth, and loss of life are predetermined; and
- The story of Shahabuddin Betty Yaya, who remained calm and at peace when his father was shot and killed

How often do you remember death?

When we live with a focus on the Hereafter...

It humbles us to a point where we transform our daily actions and goals.

And during this time, striking a balance between our worldly responsibilities with our spiritual duties...

...is crucial, while ensuring that our family and community aren’t neglected.

In this episode, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) makes us rethink our priorities, and aim for a balanced life...

And focus on the Hereafter to truly thrive in both this world and the next.

Through heartfelt stories to the lessons from the stories of Prophets and righteous people...

Shaykh talks about leveraging the good deeds of others to tip the weighing scale in our favor.

One should die a death when Allah is pleased with them, because if it’s the other way around...

...then that’s an eternal loss.

May Allah grant him the highest of ranks in Jannah. Ameen.

Inside the 5-Day Raise Your Dua Challenge, you’ll see how to bring that hope, energy, and positivity back - just in time for Ramadan.
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