Finding Peace Through Dhikr
“Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.”(Qur’an 13:28)
I used to hear this verse often, but if I’m being honest, I never truly felt its depth.
It sounded beautiful, comforting even, but I didn’t really understand it… until life slowed down during the Covid lockdown.
That’s when everything changed.
The world was still, and life was uncertain. Like many of us, I found myself searching for calm amidst the chaos.
What I didn’t expect was how much I would find it in the simplest of things:
✨ the rustling of leaves
✨ the warmth of sunlight on my skin
✨ the quiet of nature
— and most importantly, the remembrance of Allah.
My Journey to Dhikr
During those days, I spent a lot of time outdoors.
Long walks became a part of my routine.
No rush, no noise—just me, the trees, and dhikr.
At first, it was subtle.
A quiet SubhanAllah here, a whispered Alhamdulillah there.
But as I made it part of my day—whether walking, cooking, or even driving—I started to feel something shift.
🕊️ My anxiety began to melt away.
💛 The heaviness I didn’t even realise I was carrying began to lift.
🌸 My heart felt lighter, and for the first time in a long time… there was peace.
SubhanAllah, That’s the Transformative Power of Dhikr
It’s not always about sitting for hours in deep worship (though that’s beautiful too).
Sometimes, it’s those small moments—the few seconds you take to say Astaghfirullah, or to reflect on Allah’s mercy—that bring the most comfort.
It connects your heart to the One who never leaves, even when the world feels uncertain.
A Habit That Stayed With Me
I became more consistent with dhikr during Covid, and Alhamdulillah, it’s a habit that’s stayed with me.
It’s something I turn to not just in times of difficulty, but as a daily anchor—
🌿 a source of stillness
🌿 a source of clarity
🌿 a reminder of who truly brings peace
The Power of Repetition in Islam
In Islam, repetition is not meaningless—it’s deeply intentional.
The act of repeating phrases like SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, and Allahu Akbar is a form of polishing the heart. It creates a rhythm of remembrance, guiding our focus back to Allah throughout the day.
The Prophet ﷺ taught us to repeat certain dhikr 33 times after each prayer. This repetition helps engrain remembrance into our daily lives, turning worship into habit and habit into closeness with Allah.
Through this repetition, I found consistency, and in consistency, I found peace.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“For everything there is a polish, and the polish of the heart is the remembrance of Allah.” (Sunan al-Bayhaqi)
If You’re Just Starting, Try This:
Take a moment today.
Maybe during your walk or while making your morning tea.
And softly say: SubhanAllah, Alhamdulilah, Allahu Akbar
✨ See how it feels.
✨ Notice the peace.
Let your heart remember.
Let your soul breathe.
With love,
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