3 Simple Steps to Fall More in Love with Allah (Plus Gentle Reminders)

Assalamu alaykum, hope this finds you with strong imaan and good health, InshaAllah. Remember, this life is a test - even your thoughts and your nafs test you constantly. Picture yourself in an exam hall; your final results are on the Day of Judgement and your reward is Jannah, if Allah azza wa jal wills. Keep telling yourself: "it's all a test." Have tawakkul in Allah, hold firm intentions, and act on what you learn. Don’t let negative thoughts loop in your mind - switch them off and don’t give them your full attention. Sins can block du'a, so prepare your heart. Ramadan is near, so work to be a better version of yourself for the sake of Allah. I’ve tried to draw closer to Allah, and Alhamdulillah these three things helped me: 1) Read the Qur'an with tafseer, even if it’s one ayah a day. Start small. Just like reading a book brings you closer to its author, the Qur'an feels like letters from your Lord. 2) Learn the Names and Attributes of Allah - the 99 names, and their meanings in English too. Understand who Allah is so you can call upon Him properly. Use these names in your daily du'as. Remember: Allah is as His servant thinks of Him, and He is with the one who calls upon Him. And call upon Him by His Beautiful Names. 3) Reflect on His creation. Take a walk, look around, and appreciate what Allah has made. Beautiful scenery is a reminder from Allah. A hadith to keep in mind: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Take up good deeds only as much as you are able, for the best deeds are those done regularly even if they are few.” So start with the smallest deeds and build consistency. Don’t overwhelm yourself, but be steady. Begin with intention - ask who you’re doing it for. Make your actions fisabillilah, with taqwa, and perform them with ihsan. Do each task to the best of your ability. You can do this - I believe in you. Jazakumullahu khairan for reading. Any mistakes are mine; the rights and guidance are from Allah. May Allah grant you and your family aafiyah and make us all closest to Him in this life and the next. Assalamu alaykum, I love you for the sake of Allah.