Mohamed, Ph.D
2 min readJun 8, 2024

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🏵️🏵️🏵️ The article explores the debilitating effects of fear on one's life. As an Islamic perspective, I would like to offer some insights that may help alleviate this fear. The article, Jennifer, show that fears are rooted in the human nature's inclination towards self-preservation and the desire for security. However, Islam teaches us that true security and peace can only be found in surrendering to (God) Allah's will and trusting in His plan.

Jennifer, as a Muslim perspective, I would like to say that fear is not a natural part of our lives. In fact, the Quran says, "And whoever fears Allah, He will create a way out for him" (65:2). This verse suggests that fear is not a necessary part of our lives, and instead, Allah provides us with a way out of our difficulties.

Moreover, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The most perfect believers are the best of them, and the best of them are those who have the best manners" (Bukhari). This hadith emphasizes the importance of having good character and being gentle in our interactions with others. This can help alleviate feelings of fear and anxiety.

The fear of failure, Jennifer, is also rooted in the desire for perfection. However, Islam teaches us that perfection is not attainable in this life. Instead, we are encouraged to strive for excellence and do our best while acknowledging that we are imperfect. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The one who is proud of himself has not been given wisdom" (Tirmidhi). This hadith highlights the importance of humility and recognizing our limitations.

I understand your perspective on fear being a major obstacle in achieving one's potential, Jennifer. I believe that Islam provides a more comprehensive understanding of fear and its effects on our lives. By embracing faith and trust in Allah, we can overcome our fears and reach our full potential.

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For a more comprehensive understanding of faith and its role in overcoming fear, I recommend watching this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE3M26RNgzg&ab_channel=%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B4%D9%8A%D8%AE%D9%8A%D9%86%D8%A8%D9%8A%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%88%D8%B6%D9%8ANabilAlAwadi

I hope this response has been enlightening for you. May Allah guide you to overcome your fears and achieve your full potential.

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Best regards,

Mohamed

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Mohamed, Ph.D
Mohamed, Ph.D

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University professor and author, delving into the worlds of Islamic studies, personal growth, and entrepreneurship to share insights and inspire others.

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