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The Month Of Ramadan
Ramadan is the Islamic month where Muslims all over the world observe a period of self-restraint through fasting, supplemental prayers, and in constant remembrance to Allah.
The first few days of fasting was personally challenging.
I usually wake up at about 4.30 am in the wee hours to have my Sahur (breakfast). It was a struggle to whip something up when you aren’t fully functioning from your slumber.
But over time, my body begins adjusting itself and the routine sets in. Hunger pangs have eventually turned into subdued whispers, I dropped a pants size and I no longer have the craving for coffee which I routinely gulp down every morning.
As Ramadan is approaching the end in a couple more days, I dwell upon the benefits that have made me feel like a winner.
Recalibrate
If there is a word to summarize the entire month, it would be “recalibrate”.
When you’re fasting, your energy levels are lower than usual and, physical activities generally take a backseat.
Coupled with additional free time relieved from lunch, I personally become more introspective.
