Immersion Overview

For 40 days the seeker cycles through practices for each stage of transformation: the body, mind, heart and nafs. You train on a different aspect every day. Open any section for the full detail of each exercise.

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Purification of the Body

Seven days, seven parts of the body. Guard each one from sin and use it for what pleases Allah.

Purification of the Body

Each day focuses on one part of the body: what to avoid, and what to increase.

The TongueGuard the tongue from backbiting, lying, slander and idle talk, and use it for dhikr, softness and good advice.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Backbiting.
Slander.
Lying.
Intentionally swearing falsely using one of Allah's names or attributes.
Giving false witness about a past event.
Carrying tales/narrations between people in order to ruin their relationships.
Ridiculing or making fun of another person.
Obscene talk or talk full of curses.
Ascribing to Allah, His prophets, His angels or Prophet’s ﷺ, companions what they are high above and free of.
Uttering black magic words in order to bring about paranormal effects.
Singing or reciting sensual/sexual lewd lyrics.
Praising people in their presence who are not free of arrogance and conceit.
Hypocrisy i.e. being two-faced.
Revealing someone’s secret.
Making a false promise to someone intentionally.
Argumentation and intense debate.
Finding fault with what Allah have given one and cursing it.
Incessantly talking about affairs that do not concern one.
Making a statement about oneself that express that one is pure and fault free.
Talking about the details of our belief system without knowledge.
Talking to opposite gender without a permissible need.

Try to increase

Using your tongue with tenderness and softness when you speak.
Using tongue to do Dhikr of Allah.
Only speak when it is necessary to do so and do not waste the breath which Allah Azawajal has given you.
Use your tongue to give advice (naseha) to help one another through this life.
Always have a smile through hardship or ease, so that when people see you they shall see the ways of life of Holy Prophet ﷺ.

Detailed example: how the tongue reflects the Names of Allah

The EarsGuard the ears from backbiting, music and idle talk, and use them to listen to the Qur'an and reminders of Allah.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Eavesdropping. Listing to someone's private talk.
Listening to conversation of opposite gender without a permissible need.
Listening to music and musical instruments with inappropriate lyrics.
Listening to backbiting.
Listening to idle talk.
Listening to hateful speech.

Try to increase

Use your ears to listen to Qur’an and Ahadith.
Use your ears to listen to things which remind you of Allah and the hereafter.
Whenever you hear a sound, divert your attention towards Allah. Use different sounds/vibration to ponder upon the blessings of Allah and the hereafter.

The EyesLower the gaze, guard the eyes from the unlawful, and look at the world through the eyes of remembrance and mercy.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Safeguarding from looking at the opposite gender.
Safeguarding from unlawful images in magazine/ videos/ on the internet or on TV.
Safeguarding from looking at materialistic things which take you out of the remembrance of Allah.
Gazing excessively at Duniya (worldly materialistic things), wishing to attain it so deeply.
Looking with jealousy, hatred, or in a belittling way.

Try to increase

Lower your gazes when looking at even lawful things.
Train your gaze to obey you, don't let it drift in different directions.
Try not to look with wide eyes, using full view when looking at lawful things.
Whenever you observe the world, think about Allah and the hereafter. Be it the blessings of Allah or the reminders of the hereafter.
Use your eyes to see through the eyes of remembrance.
Look through the eyes of mercy. Be forgiving towards each other. Everyone has his own shortcomings but forgiveness can be a tool to encourage and help one another. (See beyond the faults and look at the light of his/her goodness e.g. husband/wife).
When you open and close your eyes, observe and feel the qualities of 99 name of Allah. Live as though you live through what the Holy Prophet ﷺ saw and felt. Through blessings or hardship, you will always become clear of your objective. Every blink is a new start, every blink you see and ponder upon the blessed names of Allah. Every blink, you awaken in awaiting to see Allah. Every blink is intense want of meeting the Creator and His beloveds. A meeting which you wish every time you blink.

The HandsKeep the hands from harm and the unlawful, and use them to help others, give charity and remember Allah.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Causing harm to others with hands.
Stealing.
Touching Non-Mehram.
Writing lies.
Writing hurtful notes.

Try to increase

Use your hands to help others in need.
Give charity.
Use your hands in lawful means.
When touching permissible things, be in a state of thankfulness (Shukr): as you are blessed with hands and a feeling of touch. Even if you do not have this ability, still be thankful that Allah has saved you from unlawful use. One's movement should be used to fulfil the rights of Allah and the creation.
Keep your hands in the presence and remembrance of Allah.
Let every touch and feeling reflect the hereafter e.g. softness of a pillow is a sign and remembrance of the ease and comfort of the hereafter. The heat and fire should remind you of the hellfire.
Every time you write, remember and reflect on the book of deeds (Aamaal) which angels write your deeds on. So have mercy upon people but at the same time be firm in this world upon the commands of Allah Azzawajal.

The Private PartsGuard your chastity, learn the Sunnah of purification, and practise the du'as of the toilet and of intimacy.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Fornication: committing adultery.
Homosexuality.
Exposing private parts to anyone except for your spouse or for a medical examination if needed.
Having intimacy during menstrual cycle.
Satisfying intimacy needs through forbidden methods.
Not cleaning unwanted hair.
Not safeguarding yourself from the urine drops. For example using urinal and dropping urine all over your cloths.
Having intimacy with your spouse using unlawful methods.

Try to increase

Learn the ways of Sunnah relating to cleansing of the private parts.
Thank Allah for the ease of relieving. No matter how much pain a person goes through, all this shall never compare to the punishment of the hereafter. So be thankful in all circumstances.
Learn and practice the supplication (Dua) of entering and leaving the toilet. This will protect you against the devil.
Learn and practice the supplication (Dua) of before and after one engages in lawful intimacy with his wife/husband. It shall become a blessed relationship which shall keep you both in the presence of Allah Azawajal. One shall not let his desires overcome him like many people have unlawfully committed sins with their wives. It shall also protect you from the devil.
Cleansing is half of Eemaan. Cleansing and purification will protect you from the evil.

The FeetWalk away from places of sin and towards the masjid and the people of Allah, as if walking with the Prophet ﷺ.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Going toward forbidden places.
Going to meet Non-Mehram.
Going to see haram movies, going for concert or going to get something to watch that is not permissible.
Traveling to place of sin.

Try to increase

Travel closer towards the Sunnah in all walks of life.
Travel towards good places, the mosque, the people of Allah and the places if remembrance.
Walk as if today is your last day.
With every footstep, imagine you are walking with the Holy Prophet ﷺ, so see through every step the way of His Sunnah.
Learn the supplications (Dua) of travelling.
Learn the supplications (Dua) of entering and leaving a Masjid.
Learn the supplications (Dua) of leaving and returning to your home.
Learn to walk like the Holy Prophet ﷺ.

The StomachAvoid the unlawful and overeating, follow the Sunnah of eating, and be thankful with every bite.
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What to avoid and what to increase

Try to avoid

Smoking.
Drinking alcohol.
Using drugs.
Eating unlawful food.
Drinking unlawful drinks.
Eating too much or drinking too much.
Eating or drinking opposing the Sunnah.

Try to increase

Follow the Sunnah while eating, drinking and siting etc.
Everything you consume, be thankful with every bite and remember the life of Holy Prophet ﷺ.
While eating remember those who are less fortunate and those who have nothing.
Eat healthy food.
Give the body the right portion of food and exercise.
Your body should not be ruled by your stomach, but your heart should be the ruler and people should see the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ in you.
Have a balanced exercise. Do not overwhelm your body with physical exercise as the true exercise is of the heart (purification of the heart).

Purification and Enlightenment of the Mind

Clear the mind of sinful thoughts, then fill it with the presence of Allah, deep reflection and good opinions.

Purification of the Mind

Levels 1, 2 and 6 of purifying the mind.

Negating Sinful ThoughtsWhen a sinful thought appears: ignore it, enter the Presence of Allah, seek refuge, and turn to something wholesome.
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Communion with AllahEvery hour refresh the Presence of Allah, and speak to Him from the heart during everyday activities.
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Deep ThinkingEach day, draw and write down 7 lessons from the events and things you encounter.
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Enlightenment of the Mind

Levels 1, 2 and 8 of the Prophetic mindsets.

Act on Good ThoughtsWhenever a good thought comes to mind, act on it or make a plan to act on it.
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Good OpinionsRecall 3 good qualities in every person you meet and ask how you can develop them in yourself.
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Serving Without ExpectationServe the creation without expecting anything from them, placing all expectation in Allah alone.
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Enlightenment of the Mind: all 9 levels

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 11Acting upon Good ThoughtsWhenever a good thought comes to mind, act on it or make a plan to act on it.
Level 2Deepening the Presence of Allah through the NamesSelect seven of His Names each day and consciously connect to Him through them. When needing guidance, recall that Allah ﷻ is As-Samīʿ (the Hearing), Al-Baṣīr (the Seeing) and Al-Ḥakīm (the Wise). When seeking peace, remember He is Al-Qarīb (the Near) and As-Salām (the Source of Peace).
Level 3 · Day 12Developing Good OpinionRecall 3 good qualities that a person has and ask: “How can I develop and increase this quality in myself?” Practise with one person every day, seeing them with the eye of self-improvement.
Level 4Benefiting from seeing the defects of othersUse the defects you see in others as a means of self-improvement. Direct negative feelings at the sin, not the sinner, and ask: “How do I make sure I do not have this bad quality?”
Level 5Deeper wisdom behind bad traitsReflect on the good quality being misused for evil, and ask yourself: “Do I have these good qualities at the level this person has, but am misusing them?”
Level 6Mindset to benefit in the dayAfter Fajr: pleasing Allah. After Dhuhr: creating ease. After Asr: fulfilling the needs of others.
Level 7Mindset to benefit through 24 hoursAfter Maghrib: gratitude for goodness received. After Isha: forgiveness. At Tahajjud: donating good deeds.
Level 8Mindset to beautify all interactionsWhenever you interact with anyone or anything, leave it more beautiful than you found it. For example, tidy your bed and leave a good fragrance so it is more beautiful when you return.
Level 9 · Day 13Serving the creation without expectationRemove all expectations of goodness from the creation and direct them to Allah only, whenever you serve others.

Enlightenment of the Heart

Build the qualities of the heart: sincerity, humbleness, thankfulness, repentance, modesty, patience and remembrance of death.

Sincerity

Levels 1, 3 and 4.

Sincerity for the AkhirahDo every major good deed for success in the Akhirah and to avoid punishment.
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Meeting & Parting for AllahWhen meeting and departing from anyone, refresh the intention that you meet and part for Allah.
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Worship Out of LovePerform good deeds because of who Allah is, out of love, and to emulate His beautiful qualities.
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Sincerity (Ikhlas): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 14Doing good for success in the AkhirahDo all the major good deeds, like the five daily prayers and dhikr, to attain salvation and reward in the hereafter and to avoid punishment.
Level 2Doing good for the pleasure of AllahDo the major good deeds for the pleasure of Allah, checking and refreshing your intention at the beginning, middle and end.
Level 3Sacrificing sins for AllahEvery time you hold back from an evil action, refresh that you are doing it only for Allah.
Level 4 · Day 15Meeting and departing from people for Allah's sakeWhen meeting and departing from anyone, refresh the intention that you meet for Allah and depart for Allah.
Level 5Serving others expecting only from AllahWhen serving the creation, refresh that you are doing it for Allah and not for people's acknowledgement.
Level 6Forsaking lawful matters for AllahIdentify 3 things you are excessive in and give them up for Allah. Refresh this every month for 3 months.
Level 7Serving the creation with no expectationServe the creation with no expectation from the creation, nor even from Allah.
Level 8Mindset: the pleasure and fear of AllahIn personal worship, refresh that you perform it for Allah's pleasure, and hold back from sin out of fear of His wrath.
Level 9 · Day 16Mindset: worshipping Allah out of love for who He isPerform all good deeds because of who Allah is, and to emulate His beautiful qualities.
Level 10Mindset: Allah alone deserves worshipPerform all good deeds because Allah is the only being who deserves to be reflected and worshipped.

Humbleness

Levels 1 to 5.

Allah's MajestyAfter every good deed, recall that we can never fulfil the right of Allah's greatness and majesty.
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Reflecting on BlessingsReflect on your blessings and realise you can never thank Allah enough for them.
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Serving OthersServe those you sit with, and believe that other Muslims are better than you.
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Attributing Goodness to AllahAttribute every good act you perform to Allah's grace and mercy, not to yourself.
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Giving Preference to OthersGive preference to others in all matters, e.g. when queuing up or with food.
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Humbleness (Tawadu): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 19Serving othersWhenever you sit with others, focus on serving them, such as opening doors, preparing food or making tea, with happiness and for the pleasure of Allah.
Level 2 · Day 21Giving preference to othersGive preference to others in all matters, e.g. when queuing up or with food.
Level 3Praying for othersWhenever you interact with people, pray for them from the heart. If it is a young Muslim boy, pray that he becomes pious.
Level 4Seeking out constructive criticismSeek constructive criticism from those close to you, twice a year.
Level 5Avoiding open criticism of others' characterAvoid openly criticising anyone's character and focus on your own faults.
Level 6Forgoing argumentsPractise giving up arguments, even when you are right.
Level 7 · Day 17Mindset: never reaching the majesty of AllahDue to Allah's greatness and glory you will always fall short of fulfilling His rights. Refresh this after every good deed.
Level 8 · Day 19Mindset: recognising others are better than youThink and believe that other Muslims are better than you, and never consider them inferior in the sight of Allah.
Level 9 · Day 20Mindset: attributing goodness to AllahAfter every good act, attribute it to Allah and not to yourself. It is through His grace and mercy that you could do it.
Level 10 · Day 18Mindset: reflecting on uncountable blessingsReflect on your blessings: you will never be able to thank Allah for their enormity.
Level 11Mindset: falling short on fulfilling rightsAfter any deed, reflect that you will always fall short of the rights of the Prophet ﷺ and of the creation.
Level 12Mindset: reflecting on your faultsEvery day recall 2 areas to improve and ask Allah to guide you, as He is beyond perfection and you are still improving.
Level 13Mindset: benefiting from criticismSee constructive criticism as coming from Allah and focus on how you can improve.

Thankfulness

Levels 1, 2, 3 and 7.

Attributing Blessings to AllahAssign every blessing, physical and spiritual, to Allah; even your effort is from Him.
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Recounting 10 BlessingsEvery day recount 10 blessings and use each in a way that pleases Allah.
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Thanking the MeansEvery day express gratitude to 3 of the people or means through whom you receive a blessing.
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Thanking Allah for AllahRecall 7 names and attributes of Allah and thank Him for who He is.
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Thankfulness (Shukr): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 23Recounting and using blessings to please AllahEvery day recount 10 blessings, and use each one in a way that aligns with Allah's commands and pleases Him.
Level 2 · Day 24Thanking the means to your blessingsEvery day express gratitude and appreciation to 3 of the means through which you receive a blessing.
Level 3Sharing blessings with othersEvery day share 2 blessings you have or receive with others.
Level 4Thanking the Prophet ﷺ by adopting his SunnahEach week focus on consistently adopting 2 Prophetic Sunnahs, for 60 days (8 weeks).
Level 5Sharing the blessing of Imaan through dawahCommit your time, resources, energy and talent for the sake of Allah, as agreed individually with your mentor.
Level 6Serving the creation as though serving AllahWhen serving the creation, bring to mind that you are as though serving Allah, even though He is free of all need.
Level 7 · Day 22Mindset: attributing blessings to AllahAssign all blessings, physical and spiritual, to Allah and not to yourself.
Level 8Mindset: undeserving of blessingsRecognise you have done nothing to deserve your blessings; they come from Allah's generosity.
Level 9Mindset: wanting for othersWith each blessing you receive, intend that others should enjoy it too.
Level 10Mindset: wanting more for othersWith each blessing you receive, intend that others have even more than you.
Level 11Mindset: thanking Allah in all statesIn every state, reflect on the hidden and apparent goodness.
Level 12Mindset: thankfulness for thankfulnessWhen recounting blessings, thank Allah for the ability to be thankful.
Level 13 · Day 25Mindset: thanking Allah for AllahRecall 7 Names and attributes of Allah and thank Him for them.

Repentance

Two levels of repentance.

Praying for Those You WrongedEvery day make du'a for anyone you have harmed, knowingly or unknowingly, that Allah blesses them with better.
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Forgiveness for IngratitudeRecall 7 blessings you have not been thankful for and seek forgiveness for that ingratitude.
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Repentance (Tawbah): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1Performing Salat al-TawbahEvery day perform Salat al-Tawbah, seeking forgiveness for any sins of the past or present, fulfilling the 4 conditions of tawbah.
Level 2 · Day 26Praying for those you have wrongedEvery day make du'a for anyone you have harmed, knowingly or unknowingly, that Allah blesses them and compensates them with better.
Level 3Compensating those you have wrongedDonate good deeds as compensation to those you have wronged.
Level 4Forgiving for Allah's sakeForgive anyone who has wronged you, knowingly or unknowingly, for Allah's sake.
Level 5Mindset: viewing your own sins as greaterAlways consider your own sins greater than those of others. It builds humility and a sincere desire to improve.
Level 6 · Day 27Mindset: seeking forgiveness for a lack of thankfulnessRecall 7 blessings you have not been thankful for and seek forgiveness for that ingratitude.
Level 7Mindset: seeking forgiveness for false relianceSeek forgiveness for relying on anything other than Allah.
Level 8Mindset: seeking forgiveness for your deedsSeek forgiveness for the deficiency in your deeds, such as a lack of effort or sincerity.
Level 9Mindset: forgiveness for heedlessnessSeek forgiveness for being out of the presence of Allah, as He deserves our remembrance.
Level 10Mindset: forgiveness for any motive other than AllahSeek forgiveness for any intention that was for other than Allah.

Modesty

Level 1.

Modesty in PresenceRefresh hourly that Allah is watching and hearing you, and do not use your body in a way that displeases Him.
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Modesty (Haya): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 28Modesty in presenceRefresh hourly that Allah is watching and hearing you, and do not use your body in a way that displeases Him.
Level 2Modesty in speechFor 30 days, do not mention your blessings or special qualities without purpose, e.g. your wealth to the poor or your health to the sick.
Level 3Modesty in dressFor 30 days, dress for the pleasure of Allah, in a way that does not emphasise your figure and follows the Shariah.
Level 4Presence in dressEach time you dress or undress, adopt the mindset that your clothing is watching you, while you are in the presence of Allah.
Level 5Modesty in your environmentWhen alone, think that the objects around you are watching and recording what you do, bringing you into the presence of Allah.
Level 6Modesty in consumptionWhen eating, imagine the food is a witness over whether you used it or wasted it.
Level 7Hourly presenceRefresh all the previous mindsets every hour, knowing everything in creation is a witness to you.
Level 8Angelic presenceWhenever you refresh the presence of Allah, bring to mind that you are also in the company of angels for the next hour.

Patience

Levels 1 and 2.

Patience in DifficultyWhen calamity or difficulty strikes, refuse any sinful means of fixing the problem.
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Helping OthersFind someone going through the same difficulty as you and help them for Allah's sake.
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Patience (Sabr): actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 29When calamity or difficulty befallsHold back from adopting any sinful means to fix the problem.
Level 2 · Day 30Seek the help of Allah by helping othersWhatever you are facing, find someone going through the same difficulty and help them for Allah's sake, and you will find ease in your own.
Level 3Responding to the evil actions of othersRestrain yourself from retaliating with evil, and strive to stay silent in your response.
Level 4Responding to evil with goodnessReturn goodness to the person with a positive and good response.
Level 5Mindset: reliance on AllahRely on the power of Allah, knowing He has your best interest at heart.
Level 6Mindset: reflecting on the lessonSee the deeper lesson in the calamity so you can benefit from it.
Level 7Mindset: relying on Allah's protectionAfter taking the means of protection, rely on Allah to protect you from harm.
Level 8Mindset: forgiving for Allah's sakeForgive the person from the heart.
Level 9Mindset: thinking of the AkhirahThink how you can benefit the person in this world and the Akhirah, for Allah's sake.

Remembrance of One's True Abode

Level 4.

Your Final PrayerBefore each of the five daily prayers, remind yourself that this could be your last Salah.
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Remembrance of One's True Abode: actions and mindsets

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1Daily reminderAt the start of each day, remind yourself this could be your last day. Plan your actions accordingly, prioritising deeds that please Allah.
Level 2Midday and evening reminderRefresh this in the middle of the day and before sleeping, keeping life's impermanence in mind.
Level 3The future is by Allah's permissionWhenever making plans, end by affirming they will only happen if Allah grants you life and by His permission.
Level 4 · Day 31Reflecting on death before each prayerBefore each of the five daily prayers, remind yourself this could be your last Salah, and pray with full focus.
Level 5Hourly reminderRemind yourself every hour that it could be your last, for a continuous state of readiness and devotion.

Purification of the Nafs

Direct every desire of the self to Allah, lawful ones through His Names, and unlawful ones by turning them around.

Lawful Desires

Levels 1 to 4: base desires, knowledge, approval and control.

Basic DesiresWhen fulfilling basic needs, be present with Al-Razzaq and recognise every provision is from Him.
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Knowledge & DevelopmentWhen learning and growing, be present with Al-ʿAlim and Al-Hakim; all knowledge is from Allah.
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Acknowledgment & ApprovalWhen the nafs craves appreciation, be present with Al-Shakur and Al-Khabir and seek approval from Allah.
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Control & PowerWhen leading or instructing, remember Al-Qahhar and Al-Malik, the true owner of all power.
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Lawful desires: the Names of Allah for each desire

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1 · Day 32Base desires (hunger, intimacy, safety, entertainment, health, acquiring things)Names: Al-Razzaq, Al-Muʿti, Al-Shafi, Al-Mughni, Al-Wahhab. Allah is the source of all provision and has fulfilled your need. When spending, eating or working, be present with Al-Razzaq and Al-Muʿti: everything that made it possible is from His favour, and you own nothing.
Level 2 · Day 33Knowledge and development (to grow, adapt, learn and develop)Names: Al-ʿAlim, Al-Hakim, Al-Musawwir, Al-Hadi. Knowledge does not come from the self. Imagine light entering your heart and mind from His attributes: all knowledge entering or leaving you is from Allah.
Level 3 · Day 34Acknowledgment and approval (to be known, appreciated, forgiven and accepted)Names: Al-Khabir, Ash-Shakur, Al-Ghaffar, Al-Ghafur. When the nafs wants appreciation for a good deed, remember Al-Khabir is aware of every action, intention and thought. If the King of kings knows, what value is a servant's awareness?
Level 4 · Day 35Control and power (to be in control, followed and listened to)Names: Al-Mutakabbir, Al-Malik, Al-Qahhar. When you lead or instruct, remember how many still disobey Al-Qahhar despite His power, so who are we to force others? The real owner of all authority is Al-Malik; you are only a means to serve His command.
Level 5Self-actualisation and purpose (to have purpose, plans, goals and self-awareness)Names: Al-Badiʿ, Al-Awwal, Al-Akhir. When planning, be present with Al-Awwal and Al-Akhir: you plan, but Allah is beyond time and sees what is best. Your unique gifts come from Al-Badiʿ, who originated you unlike anyone else.
Level 6Love and connection (to be loved, connected and have companionship)Names: Al-Wadud, Al-Mujib, Al-Qarib, Al-Raqib, As-Samiʿ, Al-Basir. You are never alone: every word to Allah is heard and answered. Any love you receive is an extension of the love of Al-Wadud.

Unlawful Desires

Levels 1 to 4: envy, arrogance, pride and showing off.

EnvyConnect to Al-Muqsit: compare yourself only to your previous self and express your neediness to Allah.
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ArroganceRedirect arrogance: the only one you are better than is Shaytan, as Allah made you the best of creation.
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PrideWhen criticised or shown your faults, channel pride into reflecting on your own sins.
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Showing OffWhen receiving blessings or doing good deeds, seek Allah's appreciation rather than people's.
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Unlawful desires: the 8 disciplinary levels

Tick across every day you meet the condition. If you break it, stop and start again from the beginning. The levels practised in the 40 days are highlighted.

Level 1GreedE.g. greed for wealth, for knowledge, or for blessings.
Level 2 · Day 36EnvyE.g. being envious of the knowledge or the blessings of others.
Level 3AngerE.g. anger at criticism, attachment to name and fame, anger at ill treatment.
Level 4 · Day 38PrideE.g. self-reliance in your own knowledge, or admiring your own abilities.
Level 5 · Day 37ArroganceE.g. arrogance from knowledge or from authority.
Level 6HopelessnessE.g. hopelessness after committing sins, or from low self-esteem.
Level 7HatredE.g. holding a grudge against wrongdoers.
Level 8False attachmentsE.g. attachment to unlawful substances, unlawful intimacy or unlawful earnings.

Khalwa: Intensive Training

Three days of seclusion to deepen your connection with Allah through du'a and dhikr.

Intensive Spiritual Training (Khalwa)

Three days (24 hours) of training in seclusion, where you practise connecting to Allah intimately with deep presence through du'a, and remembrance of Allah (dhikr) with presence and connection.

Organise a KhalwaDedicate 3 days of training in seclusion to increase your spiritual connection with Allah.
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