
Yahye sat at his desk, staring out the window as the last rays of the sun painted the sky in shades of orange and purple. It was the night before Eid, but unlike past years, he felt no excitement. Throughout Ramadan, he had been drowning in textbooks, notes, and practice exams. The weight of his final exams had kept him away from Taraweeh prayers, family gatherings, and even the peaceful suhoor moments he cherished.
This year, there had been no late-night laughs with his cousins, no visits to the masjid with his father, and no time to help his mother prepare Iftar. While his family enjoyed the spiritual and festive essence of Ramadan, Yahye remained confined to his room, chasing grades and deadlines.
Eid day arrived with the sound of takbeer echoing from the masjid. Yahye sighed, pushing himself out of bed. He dressed in simple clothes, feeling detached from the celebrations around him. His younger siblings ran around the house in excitement, wearing their new Eid outfits, exchanging gifts, and preparing for their visit to relatives. His parents called him to join them, but Yahye declined, retreating back to his room. He was exhausted, mentally and emotionally drained.
That evening, as he scrolled through his phone, pictures of his friends and relatives filled his screen—smiling faces in elegant Eid clothes, delicious feasts, and warm family gatherings. A pang of regret hit him. He had missed out on so much. For the first time, he realized that while exams were important, he had let stress consume him completely. Ramadan was meant to be a time of balance—worship, family, and personal growth, not just academic pressure.
That night, Yahye made a decision. Things would change after Eid. He would still work hard, but he would also make time for what truly mattered. He promised himself that next Ramadan, he wouldn’t just survive through it—he would experience it fully. He would go to the masjid, break fast with his family, and cherish every moment. He wouldn’t let stress steal his happiness again.
The following days, Yahye started small. He prayed with his family, helped his mother clean up after meals, and even went for a walk with his younger brother. As he balanced his studies with these moments, he felt lighter, happier. He realized that success wasn’t just about good grades; it was about being present in the moments that mattered most.
Eid had passed, but for Yahye, a new journey had begun—a journey toward balance, self-growth, and appreciating the blessings around him. And next Ramadan, he would make sure to celebrate, not just with his family, but within his heart as well.
With a newfound sense of purpose, Yahye embraced the lessons of Ramadan beyond just fasting and prayer. He realized that true celebration wasn’t just about gatherings or feasts—it was about gratitude, growth, and faith. As he stepped into the days ahead, he promised himself that next Ramadan, he would cherish both his responsibilities and his family’s presence, making time for both. With his heart lighter and his mind stronger, he walked forward, ready to face whatever came next—with faith as his guide."
About the Creator
Ling
seaking janah is my own reason
you can find my stories a calmness
alhamdulilah for everything we have in this world


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