1. Understand who you are
“Surely We created man of the best stature“
-The Qur’an 095:04
We should understand the fact that we are the most supreme creature on earth, and then we should feel the responsibilities resulting from such a position. This does not contradict with our imperfection.
2. Understand that you or your group are not living alone in this planet
“O mankind! Lo! We have created you male and female, and have made you nations and tribes that ye may know one another. Lo! the noblest of you, in the sight of Allah, is the best in conduct. Lo! Allah is Knower, Aware.“
-The Qur’an 049:013
This Aya (verse) prescribes all we need in the 21st century. Even though I’m so proud of being an Egyptian, I’m also a global citizen.
3. Understand your capabilities
We all have the tools, not necessarily the products. Some great tools that we have are the brain that enables us to learn and the feelings that enable us to love.
4. Smile
A small thing. If we do it, we fill our lives with happiness. It’s smiling!
5. Live with a higher purpose
Not only is life short, but also its length is unknown. So one should always seek to know the purpose of life, should love and forgive.
6. Understand that the more you go towards the right goals, the more obstacles will appear
One should never give up. Because persistence leads us to what we want no matter what.
7. Don’t regret because you learn
We never born skillful (e.g. excellent communicators). So don’t regret making mistakes as long as you learn. Making mistakes is the most efficient way of learning!
8. Talk with change
We have a strong tendency to resist change, but who said that change is always a bad thing? we should seek improvements and knowledge and should also see changes in our attitudes in a positive way. Talk with change first before rejecting it!
