At the beginning of Ramadan, we all set some goals to achieve. Whether you started strong or faced challenges, now is the perfect time to reflect on your progress and make necessary adjustments. This self-check will help you stay on track and make the most of the remaining days of Ramadan.
Rate Your Ramadan So Far
Take a moment to assess your overall performance. Have you been consistent in your Ibadah (worship), maintaining your goals, and staying mindful of your intentions? Rate your overall progress on a scale of 1-10.
Rate Your Ramadan Goals
Review the goals you set before Ramadan. These may include:
- Praying all five daily prayers on time
- Performing extra prayers (Taraweeh, Tahajjud)
- Reading a certain amount of Quran daily
- Making more Dua and Dhikr
- Limiting distractions (social media, TV, etc.)
- Practicing better self-control (patience, kindness, avoiding gossip)
- Improving physical health through mindful eating and hydration
Write down the goals you set and rate them individually based on how well you have kept up with them.
Evaluate Your Progress
Go through each of your goals and ask yourself:
- Which goals have I been able to maintain consistently?
- Which goals have been difficult to achieve?
- What obstacles have prevented me from making progress?
- What positive habits have helped me stay on track?
By identifying strengths and weaknesses, you can make meaningful changes for the next phase of Ramadan.
Reflection Questions
Take a deeper look into your experience with these reflection questions:
- What challenges did I face in these days?
- Have I felt a stronger connection with Allah?
- Have I been using my time wisely?
- What moments of the past few days made me feel spiritually fulfilled?
- Am I being too hard on myself, or do I need to push myself more?
Honest answers will help guide your reset plan.
Adjustments and Improvements
Now that you’ve reviewed your progress, consider what changes can be made:
- If you’ve been struggling with Quran recitation, set a smaller, achievable goal.
- Distractions? set time limits on social media.
- If prayers have been delayed, make a schedule that prioritizes Salah.
- Low energy levels? focus on eating more nourishing suhoor and iftar meals.
The key is to make realistic changes that will help you progress without feeling overwhelmed.
Remove Some Goals
Sometimes we set too many goals at once, making it hard to stay consistent. Ask yourself:
- Are there any goals that feel unrealistic right now?
- Am I overloading myself with too many tasks?
- Would focusing on fewer goals bring better results?
If needed, simplify your plan to focus on the most meaningful and achievable goals.
Action Plan for the Upcoming Days
Now, create a plan with practical steps to reset and improve:
- Prioritize worship: Set reminders for prayers and allocate time for Quran and dhikr.
- Stay accountable: Journal your daily progress or check in with a friend.
- Use time wisely: Plan your day around Salah and limit distractions.
- Make ibadah easier: Listen to Quran while doing daily tasks, make dua at set times, and break big goals into small steps.
- Reignite motivation: Remind yourself why you set these goals in the first place.
Ramadan is a journey of self-improvement, not perfection. If the first few days didn’t go as planned, don’t be discouraged. Take this as an opportunity to realign your intentions and move forward with sincerity and focus. The upcoming days are a fresh start, make the most of them!
