We talk a lot about working hard. We talk less about living well.
As Muslims, Friday isn’t just the end of the week — it’s the best day of the week. A day of blessings, reflection, and renewal.
Today, after Jummah Salah, I stepped away from my desk and into an open field for a short boat journey.
The air was crisp. The water was calm. The horizon felt endless.
In that moment, I realised: Hard work fuels progress. But moments like these fuel you.
When you pause to breathe, you don’t lose momentum — you multiply it. You return sharper, calmer, and ready to lead with clarity.
💡 Takeaway: Build your career like a marathon, not a sprint. Work with excellence, but schedule your refill moments as seriously as your deadlines.
This Friday, I didn’t just recharge my body. I recharged my barakah.
How do you make space for renewal in your week?
Ex-Employee at Vyas Media Pvt | Designer at Home | Creative XY Chromosome | A Pixel
4 months ago
Beautifully said 🙌 — too often we treat rest like a luxury when in reality, it’s fuel for the next chapter of our work.
What stood out for me: “When you pause to breathe, you don’t lose momentum — you multiply it.” That’s such a powerful reminder.
Design, business, even faith — all thrive when clarity and balance are built in. It’s not just about output, it’s about alignment.