I admit that I was once a heavy smoker... perhaps it was the result of my late mother’s prayers from long ago... when I first got married, I made it a point not to smoke in front of my wife, as she disliked it... then came a moment that felt nothing short of a miracle... when Azim was born and the azan was recited into his ear, I stepped outside to smoke... I had just bought a new pack of cigarettes... as soon as I opened it, the smell suddenly felt unbearable - just as non‑smokers often describe it... without hesitation, I threw away all the cigarettes into the bin...
Alhamdulillah, until today, I have had no desire to smoke at all... even when spending time with friends who smoke, it no longer affects me... truly, it feels like a miracle... many say smoking is purely an addiction, but I believe it also comes down to personal choice - whether one truly wants to continue, or sincerely decides to stop...
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