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common issue in today’s fast-paced, This practice requires attention and
distraction-filled world. Here are some contemplation, helping to strengthen
key pieces of advice to add to what has concentration. Reflecting on the
already been mentioned above: meanings of the Qur’anic verses
encourages deep thinking. This habit of
• Khushūʾ (Mindfulness in Worship) reflection can improve one's ability to
The Qur’an emphasizes the importance focus and engage in other activities more
of humbled mindfulness during attentively. Local mosques and
prayers. Muslims are encouraged to community centers can host workshops
perform their prayers with full dedicated to Qur’an recitation and
concentration (Ref: The Qur'an, 20: 3), contemplation. Each workshop can
focusing on the words they recite and begin with a group recitation of selected
their connection with Allah. This verses from the Qur’an, followed by
practice trains the mind to be present guided reflection sessions. This helps
and attentive. Praying five times a day participants practice mindfulness by
is an opportunity to break away from focusing on the words and their
distractions and center the mind. This meanings, encouraging deeper
regular practice of mindfulness can comprehension and connection.
enhance overall focus in other areas of
life. Community centers can schedule • Avoiding Excessive Entertainment
regular Mindful Prayer Events where Islam emphasizes balance and
families gather for group prayers moderation and teaches the importance
followed by mindfulness activities of moderation in all aspects of life (Ref:
focused on the principles of Khushūʾ. The Qur’an, 28: 76). Engaging in
Parents can encourage children to share purposeful and meaningful activities,
their thoughts on how mindfulness rather than mindless entertainment, can
during Salah helps them concentrate help train the mind to focus. Activities
better in school or other activities. like reading beneficial books, engaging
in constructive hobbies, and
• Recitation and Contemplation of participating in community service are
the Qur’an encouraged. Families can plan a series of
The Qur’an encourages believers to engaging, screen-free activities
recite its verses slowly and throughout the day that promote
thoughtfully. Allah says, mindfulness and active participation.
“Or add to it, and recite the These can include workshops, outdoor
Quran as it ought to be recited.” games, group discussions, and skill-
(The Qur’an, 73:4).
building sessions that encourage
interaction without digital distractions.
