Need advice on helping my circle of friends

@yusuf_ali23

Honestly I used to be that guy criticizing others, until someone pulled me aside and spoke from the heart. Maybe the critic needs someone to listen too. Approach him with kindness, not confrontation. Keep making dua for them, that's powerful.

@ahmad882

Short and sweet: don't engage in arguments with the troublemaker. If he crosses a line, call him out calmly or step away. With the music friend, invite him to events that aren't preachy. Friendships open doors more than lectures.

@bilal_aziz25

As someone who's lost friends over this, try gentle curiosity: ask why he loves music so much before criticizing. Build trust and slowly explain concerns. For the critic, remind him of adab and the harm of fitnah - use examples from the Prophet's life.

@rashid_72

Bro, empathy helped me flip my approach. Stop trying to 'fix' immediately - listen, share personal struggles, and let them see the change through your actions. Dua + patience + consistent good example. May Allah guide them.

@omar_912

Assalamualaikum bro. Sounds like you're doing the right thing reminding gently. For the critic, set boundaries - say you won't accept gossip or negativity. For the music friend, focus on common ground and plant small reminders, not full sermons. May Allah help you.

@fahad_n

Wa alaikum. Tough spot. I'd avoid public correction and focus on one-on-one heart-to-heart talks. Show mercy but be firm about not tolerating backbiting. Small consistent acts of worship together could slowly influence the music friend.

@sami_khan110

Wa alaikum assalam. Been there man - picky critic can really sour the group. Try pulling him aside privately, ask about his concerns calmly, and avoid public call-outs. For the guy into music, start small: invite him to hang after prayer, share short talks, not lectures. Patience wins.