Mikaeel Smith Sound Minds - Uprooting Deconstructive Thinking #01 Correcting Our Thoughts
Mar 10, 2025
Explore the vital connection between faith and action in Islam, emphasizing the importance of positive self-reflection. Discover how the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad can guide listeners in transforming negative thoughts into a powerful tool for spiritual growth. The discussion also highlights the significance of aligning inner dialogue with personal objectives, particularly during the reflective month of Ramadan.
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Faith And Action As One Foundation
- The foundation of the deen rests on two pillars: faith and action.
- Repeated Quranic phrasing links belief directly to righteous deeds as a unified standard.
Corrective Inner Dialogue Precedes Behavior
- Inner dialogue must be corrected before behavior can change according to early scholars.
- Controlling thoughts lets one control desires, passions, and intentions.
Use Ramadan To Re-Educate Thoughts
- Use Ramadan's ten days to practice Jabar al-Khawatir: correcting thoughts deliberately.
- Identify self-defeating thoughts from shaitaan, the nafs, and your environment and re-educate them.