3 WAYS ISLAM TEACHES US SELF-CARE

In the busyness of our lives, we often overlook the purpose of Islam. It is a religion that is ordained by Allah s.w.t to benefit humankind, to guide us and grant us goodness in this world and the Hereafter.
Islam is a religion that encompasses several aspects of our life; spiritual, mental, physical, familial, and social. From practising Islam according to the teachings in the Qur’an and the Prophetic Tradition, goodness and positivity will shine from our actions and words.
However, while Islam teaches us to be selfless and to think of others, it also undoubtedly places importance on caring for our well-being too. Aishah, RadhiAllahu Anha, reported the Prophet, SallAllahu Alayhi Wa Sallam, said: “Verily, your own self has rights over you, so fast and break your fast, pray and sleep.” (Sunan Abi Dawud)