After waiting for 11 whole months, Ramadan finally comes. Everyone has their unique traditions, whether related to food or not, of living through these 30 days without regrets. However, it’s always advisable to try to improve yourself and gain new healthy habits during Ramadan. That’s why we got you 7 healthy habits that you should try this year and see how they will change your life forever.
Make Duaa
Duaa is an integral part of Ramadan. Make duaa more frequently so it would grow to become a habit even after Ramadan. Take some time to reflect on your life, count your blessings and pray for your loved ones.
Write Journals
Over the years, journaling has proven useful in managing stress levels and other mental and psychological issues. Dedicate a small notebook for Ramadan, which you’ll use to write your thoughts every day. This will also help you to achieve spiritual connection through your thoughts and prayers.
Do Charitable Work
The whole point of Ramadan is to relate to the less fortunate. This month is the time for charitable work and donations. This simple act of kindness gives an amazing feeling of content and satisfaction. Most importantly, you’re making a difference by achieving a little less cruel world.
Gather With Family
Family gatherings during Ramadan are the sweetest thing ever. The whole family sits at the same table, at the same time, to eat iftar. Even after eating, watching a series together, or talking about Ramadan-related stuff strengthens the bond among family members.
Eat Healthily
Dates, soup, salad, fruits besides the main dish, and a small piece of Ramadan’s dessert is an example of a healthy iftar. Fried foods are a no-no as they’re very rich in fats and calories. Eating fried dishes every day for the whole month will result in extra weight afterwards.
Instead, eat more vegetables. They are rich in fiber which gives a feeling of being full instantly. Moreover, many vegetables can be eaten in various ways like raw, baked, or steamed.
Get Up Early
Waking up before Fajr then proceeding with your day is a very healthy habit to follow even after Ramadan. Starting the day with a few hours for yourself would increase your productivity level. You can use this time to read the Quran, pray, exercise or journal.
Don’t Break the Cycle
Maintaining all of the mentioned habits is proof that Ramadan was fruitful for you. Try your best to keep praying, journaling, and donating for the whole year. Furthermore, letting go of the bad deeds during Ramadan is common for everyone, so why not keep following the same path even after Ramadan?
These habits won’t only impact your notion of Ramadan, but they also will lead you toward a healthier life if you get a little hard on yourself. Eventually, Ramadan will always be the best month of the whole year. It has a certain spirit that everyone enjoys. Thus, try to immerse in Ramadan rituals to the fullest.
By: Monica Mamdouh
