Turning 30 isn’t just stepping into a new decade—it’s a moment of pause, reflection, and deep realisation. Life isn’t just about reaching milestones; it’s about embracing the quiet lessons, the invisible growth, the struggles that shape you, and the constant, gentle guidance from Allah that carries you through.
Here are the truths I carry with me as I enter this new chapter:
🧭 1. You may not know the plan, but always trust the Planner.
Life won’t always make sense. Things will fall apart—and come together—in ways you never imagined. But Allah’s plan is always flawless. You don’t need all the answers—just trust the One who holds them.
💞 2. Anything done sincerely for Allah will never decrease you.
The world may not see your sacrifices, but Allah does. Every quiet effort, every tear shed in private—none of it is wasted. What’s done for Him is returned in ways beyond imagination.
🕰️ 3. Allah’s timeline is not yours—and that’s a mercy.
What feels like delay is often divine preparation. Allah is crafting a version of you ready to receive what you’ve been praying for. Be patient. Grow. Trust His timing.
🌱 4. Your 20s are for more than careers and goals.
They’re for stumbling, healing, and discovering what truly matters. Build relationships, deepen your character, and nourish your soul. Success means little if your heart is empty.
🤲 5. Grow in sincerity. Grow in presence with Allah.
Let your connection with Him move beyond routine. Let your du’as be real. Let your sujood be long. Let your tears fall only for Him. Make Him your refuge.
🕯️ 6. Be like a scented candle—burning with purpose, leaving behind beauty.
Let your presence bring light. Through your actions, words, and character, be a mercy to those around you. Leave behind a trace of goodness that outlives you.
🌧️ 7. If Allah withholds something, it’s not punishment—it’s preparation.
Unanswered du’as aren’t rejections—they’re reminders. Allah loves you too much to give you what you’re not ready for. Keep preparing. Keep trusting. He’s never late.
✨ Final Reflection
Thirty doesn’t mean I have it all figured out. But I now know this:
When you center your life around Allah, everything else begins to align—beautifully, unexpectedly, and perfectly.
Here’s to more trust.
More growth.
More sincerity.
And more beautiful chapters, written by the One who knows the end from the beginning.
Written by Ustadh Zainul Abedin