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Abeer Arain, MD, MPH is a physician, writer, and avid gardener. Originally from Pakistan, born and raised in Saudi Arabia, and currently living in the Idaho panhandle, United States. She writes about nature and Islam, self-care, and anything that could become a source of Sadaqa Jariyah (ever-lasting charity) for her. When not practicing medicine or working on her next book, she can be found hiking in the forest, exploring the backcountry and the National Parks, planning her next trip, or browsing her local bookstores. 

Introduction                                                                                                                                                                         

Chapter 1: Waking Up in the Morning                                                                                                                                   

-Du[a’ upon waking 

-Entering the bathroom and performing wudu’ 

-Praying Tahajjud

-After Fajr dhikr and Qur’an

Chapter 2: Having a Meal                                                                                                                                                       

-Following the Sunnah when having a meal 

Chapter 3: Going to Work                                                                                                                                                         

-Choosing an outfit 

-Reciting the dhikr whilst driving or walking to work 

Chapter 4: At the Workplace 

-Interaction with co-workers and greeting people 

-Avoiding gossip 

-Remembering Allah during work hours 

-Dealing with stress at work 

-When the work schedule is busy

Chapter 5: Arriving Home 

-Entering the home 

-Interacting with family

-Dhikr of Allah at home  

-The evening meal 

Chapter 6: Ending the Day                                                                                                                                                         

-Retiring at night 

-Going to bed 

Chapter 7: Other Events                                                                                                                                                            

-Shopping in the era of consumerism 

-Doctor’s appointment 

-Gatherings with family and friends 

Chapter 8: Staying Connected to Allah as a Homemaker                                                                                                          

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