🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you, Rohana, for your insightful writing on the complexities of happiness in relationships.

Just as you highlight the importance of communication and understanding, Islam emphasizes compassion and mutual respect between spouses.

In the Quran, Allah reminds us of the significance of these qualities: “And among His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed, in that are signs for a people who give thought” (Quran 30:21). This verse beautifully encapsulates the essence of a happy and fulfilling partnership grounded in love and mercy.

I encourage you Rohana, to incorporate these Islamic principles into your discussions about happiness with your partner. Focus on the remembrance of Allah, patience, and gratitude in your relationship, as these elements can fortify your bond and enhance your shared happiness. Let’s work together to create a culture of understanding and joy in our relationships, inspired by these timeless teachings.

After all, isn't it our duty to seek not only our own happiness but also to be a source of happiness for others?

🏵️🏵️🏵️ Mohamed, Ph.D.