Keys to Happiness

Happiness is the only goal on earth that all people without exception are seeking to attain. Believers and unbelievers alike seek to be happy.

Know that if you do not live within the scope of today , your thoughts will be scattered , your affairs will become confused , and your anxiety will increase . These realities are explained in the following hadith : “When you are in the evening , do not expect to see the morning , and when you are in the morning , do not expect to see the evening.” ( Al-Bukhari).

Forget the past and all that it contained ; being absorbed in things that are past and gone is sheer lunacy.

Do not be preoccupied with the future because the future is in the world of the Unseen; do not let it bother you until it comes.

Do not be shaken by criticism ; instead , be firm. Be sure that in proportion to your worth , the level of people’s criticism rises. Also , make good use of criticism in discovering your shortcomings and faults, and let it drive you toward self-improvement. And do not expect gratitude from anyone.

Have certain faith in Allah the Almighty and perform good deeds; these are the ingredients that make up a good and happy life. And if you desire peace, tranquility, and comfort, you can find it all in the remembrance of Allah the Almighty.

You should know with certainty that everything that happens occurs in accordance with divine decree. And train yourself to be prepared for the worst eventuality.

Enumerate the blessings of Allah the Almighty and be thankful for them. And know that you are better off than many others.

In both times of hardship and ease, one should turn to supplication and Prayer , either patiently contented or thankful. Indeed, relief comes from one hour to the next . indeed, with each difficulty there is relief.

Calamities should strengthen your heart and reshape your outlook in a positive way. Do not let trivialities be the cause of your destruction.

Always remember that your Lord is Oft-Forgiving . Assume an easy-going attitudes and avoid anger.

Bear in mind the fact that Allah the Almighty loves those who endure trials with steadfastness, and seek to be one of them.

Work hard at something that is productive, and cast off idleness.

Do not spread rumors and do not listen to them . If you hear a rumor inadvertently, do not believe it.

Know that your malice and your striving to seek revenge are much more harmful to your health than they are to you antagonist.

The hardships that befall you atone for your sins, if you show patience.