Ramadan is a month of spiritual growth for Muslims around the world. In the midst of fasting, charity and prayer, it’s also important to remember the importance of self-care. It’s already a period where discipline is required to fast from sunrise to sunset so taking care of ourselves is paramount. In this blog, we’ll explore some meaningful ways to practice self-care during Ramadan, nurturing our bodies, minds, and souls along the way.
1. Prioritise Rest and Sleep
Fasting during Ramadan can be physically demanding, especially during long summer days. That’s why it’s essential to prioritise getting a healthy amount of rest and sleep each night to stay disciplined. It is normal to feel that your sleep pattern is slightly different because during the holy month, you’re socialising more at night which also alters eating habits. However, keeping a schedule on which times of the day to rest and sleep would be beneficial.
2. Eat Healthily
During Ramadan, it is tempting to eat heavy and rich foods during Iftar and Suhoor. After all, you are going through large periods of the day without eating anything. However, eating fruits, whole grains, vegetables and proteins will provide you with much needed nutrients and energy. Don’t forget to hydrate yourself with water but don’t excessively consume sugary products. Remember, eating healthily is a form of self-care during Ramadan.
3. Maintain a Level of Exercise
Exercising is challenging during the Ramadan. As we mentioned before, it is important you prioritise rest so before you exercise, listen to what your body is telling you. However, if you do value exercising in your day to day life, it is important to maintain it in a safe way. If you’re maintaining muscle mass, limit cardio to twice a week and do it after Iftar. If you want to opt for low intensity training, you can go for short walks just before Iftar to keep the blood flowing and muscles working.
4. Reflect Every Day
Ramadan is a time of reflection, spiritual growth and discipline. It is vital you allocate moments throughout the day for yourself. After all, introspection can be the best form of self-care during Ramadan. Reciting verses from the Quran and performing additional prayers are all great ways to connect with your faith on a deeper level.
5. Connect With Loved Ones
Ramadan adds joy and excitement to many. It’s no secret that the best time of Ramadan is during Iftar when Muslims eat after hours of fasting. At this time, there is a lot of gatherings which presents opportunities to connect with loved ones. Be it at home or a local hall, this is great for self-care because sharing experiences, catching up, having that social support and sense of belonging fulfils us more and makes Ramadan more uplifting.
5. Manage Your Laundry Chores Better
Your energy levels during Ramadan aren’t as high as they usually are. Not eating or drinking does deflate them. It makes doing chores that much more demanding because lets face it, some chores like laundry do feel like never-ending. However, it is important to remember to take care of your well-being by not pressuring yourself too much to do chores. If needed, get in touch with a professional laundry service such as Laundryheap to help you out.
With Laundryheap, no laundry is too much for us. We work around your schedule so whenever you need your dirty laundry to be collected, you can book with us and we’ll collect it from your door-step and return it back to you within 24 hours! Whether it’s dishdashas, kanduras, abayas or other garments, we will ensure they are cleaned to perfection and ready for more Ramadan nights!
We wish you a wonderful Ramadan full of love, happiness and celebrations with friends and family. Self-care is crucial for a heathier mind and body. With our 5 tips, you’ll no doubt have an easier time fasting and staying disciplined!
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