Hannah’s Daily Note

For many of us, Ramadan and the lead up to it can be a really emotionally charged time and we’re wondering how to reconnect with Allah before Ramadan starts. It seems that people around us are excitedly preparing, getting the house ready, eagerly making up their missed fasts from last year, and beginning to wake earlier to pray tahajjud.

There is a lot of visible energy around doing more and doing better. And while that can be inspiring, it can also feel heavy, especially if you are already feeling disconnected from Islam or quietly struggling with salah.

But even though we get the feeling we need the reset that Ramadan brings, the thought of it can feel overwhelming instead of uplifting. Instead of motivation, there is pressure. Instead of anticipation, there is guilt.

If that feels like you, it is worth remembering that Ramadan is not only about adding more. It is also about returning and making space so you can reconnect with Allah in a sincere and grounded way. Sometimes a gentle return to salah and spiritual habits begins by removing weight, not stacking more on top.

If your prayer has felt inconsistent, or your connection has felt distant, preparing for Ramadan does not have to start with performance. It can start with honesty.

Here is a question for you to ponder or journal on over the coming days:

What would I need to let go of so I can reconnect with Allah this Ramadan?

Not just practically, but emotionally, mentally, culturally, and spiritually. Letting go of comparison. Letting go of perfectionism. Letting go of the idea that you must arrive fully “ready” before you begin.

Sometimes clearing space is the most powerful preparation of all.