Courage

Your fear is not my concern.

Your fear is a wall that needs to be burst through

without regard for your comfort or your feelings.

Sorry to be so harsh, but that’s the way it is.

These things cannot be handled by feathers or soft gloves.

They need hammers and chisels and oxen pulling with all their strength.

Allah’s day is short

and your time here is uncertain

and there is so much to be done.

We have to pull down this whole structure

so that we can begin to build again

and there is no gentle way to do that.

Listen to Najat, my friend, for this is the only kindness you will receive.

Grit your teeth and sieze your courage

from the nafs that threaten to steal it from you.

Demolition is mandatory.

Fear is normal, courage is optional

but highly recommended.

Courage is also a gift from Allah

that is yours for the asking.

Why are you not on your knees yet?