WELLNESS
REFLECTING ON THE WHEEL OF LIFE
By Khadijah Mia
Musings as I turn 50, having embarked on a spiritual journey…
As I journey through life after turning 50, I believe that I have come to understand the importance of valuing the areas of my life that matter most, or so I think and feel. We get to certain milestones in our lives, and it is important to take an honest look at where you are in life and be mindful of the things that have worked and not worked. I have experienced several life challenges and fulfilling moments too, and I have learned and grown from them. With age often comes wisdom and introspection. Some of the questions I am asking myself are: Am I spending time with people who are nurturing my mind, heart, and soul? Have I been taking the time to enjoy life, and do I take a break from the hustle and the chase by taking things in my stride? Do I prioritise my financial and mental health and well-being? Am I making the most of the opportunities that life has presented to me, meaningfully and intentionally? Have I prioritised my role as a mum in creating quality time with my kids? Do I take care of my health, fitness, and overall wellness? Am I giving my time to my partner, children, family, work, friends, community, or world in a balanced way that brings harmony to my life? Most importantly, have I made time for my spiritual well-being, and are my practices aligned with my values and actions? How much time do I spend giving back? Do I prioritise my prayer and meditation, and do I feel content? Am I prepared for my life beyond this world? As I reflect on my life and get ready to enter a new decade, I ask myself these questions in a meaningful way.
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As a life, wellness, and business coach, I ask everyone these questions daily, and it’s my turn to reflect on my wheel of life. With all these questions, I am unpacking the spiritual, personal, and religious aspects today. Finding spiritual peace, understanding the meaning of unconditional love, and focusing on my religion have become priorities for me on my spiritual journey. Recently, I took a trip to the holy lands of Mecca and Medina, and it was an eye-opening experience like no other. I had the opportunity to engage in religious practices and prayer that truly slowed my pace down, and I found a deeper meaning and a powerful connection to my creator that I had only heard of before that moment. It took removing myself from my physical environment and placing my heart and mind at the centre of my faith to fully realize what I already knew in my heart. I learned the importance of detaching from external expectations, things, and perceptions to become an observer. As an observer, I was able to see with a clearer eye the beauty of unconditional love, acceptance, and understanding, especially for those who come from different backgrounds than me. In the eyes of our creator, we are all one and loved by him. My experience in the holy lands of Mecca and Medina gave me spiritual insight that has allowed me to deepen my understanding of faith. I submitted to my creator in a meaningful way, and I pray that this process continues in my everyday practice. I am learning more of the teachings of our Prophet Muhammad (SAW), may peace be upon him and all prophets. I pray I am able to live these values and practices more intentionally in my daily life and continue to learn further. As I continue on this journey called life, I reflect further… I know that I am a bundle of mess at times. I am a work in progress and by no means perfect. All I want to do is try to be a better human and become more self-aware in everything I do, embracing flow, submitting and trusting in my creator, trusting in myself, and giving and serving with pure intention and purpose. I am certain that my spiritual growth knows no bounds as I take things one step and one breath at a time.
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