Author: Kirana Sidin
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A Promise? It’s Not Only A Word!
“I’m sorry Mom. I don’t keep my promise, and I don’t keep my commitment.” My daughter is crying, realizing her mistake. The story behind it, I gave permission to her to have a fast break together with her friends at the mall. But when it’s time to have Taraweeh prayer, she has to join us.…
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The Power of Perception: Facing Life’s Obstacles
It was perfect weather for strolling around the city, which we both liked visiting. The wind breeze blew softly on my scarf. Our energy also reaches its peak potential as we already rest from yesterday’s tiredness. Our stomach is full, and most importantly, we already have our morning coffee. We chatted along the way. Our…
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The Alarm: Tiny Habit, Big Impact
It’s 03.25 am in the dawn. My alarm ringing. Feel little bit sleepy because I slept at 10.30 pm before, as it is Ramadan, so we must have a night prayer (it’s called Taraweeh Prayer). Usually, it was until 9 pm. It took about 15 – 30 minutes to get from our favorite mosque to…
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Selfish Behaviours: The Tyrant and The Obsessed
Here’s the fact. That is two kinds of selfish people. First, people who act like tyrants. Someone who dominates, doesn’t care if they become a disruption towards others. And only think about the things that are important to them. They think the world only revolves around them. They are always wanting to be a center…
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Embracing Growth: The Spiritual Journey of Ramadan
Dear my amazing friends, H+1 Ramadan here in Indonesia. As the largest muslim-majority country in the world, we are truly waiting for this month to come. People here are always excited to welcome Ramadan. We are making so many kinds of food for iftar (break fasting) and sahoor (eat before fasting at 3-4 am). And…
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