🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you, Jess, for your insightful writings on building a beautiful life. Your reflections resonate deeply, particularly in their emphasis on inner peace, gratitude, and the pursuit of a meaningful existence. In Islam, we find similar principles woven throughout our teachings. The Quran encourages gratitude in Surah Ibrahim (14:7): "And [remember] when your Lord proclaimed: If you give thanks, I will surely increase your favor upon you…" This verse echoes your sentiments on the significance of thankfulness as a pathway to a fulfilling life.

From an Islamic perspective, your ideas can be enriched by the understanding that a beautiful life is not only about personal happiness but also about fostering community and connection with others. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught that helping others enriches our own lives: "The best of people are those that bring the most benefit to the rest of mankind."

I urge you Jess, to incorporate this broader vision of interconnectedness in your teachings. As you encourage individuals to pursue beauty and fulfillment, remind them of their role in uplifting those around them. Together, we can construct a more compassionate and beautiful world.

May we all strive to embody the principles of gratitude and service in our daily lives. What steps will you take today to contribute to this collective journey of wellness and communal harmony?

Mohamed, Ph.D.