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CONCLUSION

herever you are at this very moment, stop and
W take a brief look around you. Try to sincerely

W take in all of the surrounding beauty without
missing any of it. Think about the blessings and the possi-
bilities that you have, and then think of those who are
worse off than you. Soon, you will notice that you can see
more beautiful things and grasp the details, and that you
can rejoice in what is around you far more than you had
ever imagined. It is a great blessing to breathe freely, enjoy
the taste of one’s favorite food, and stretch out and sleep
comfortably when tired. It is wonderful to have the freedom
to enjoy these many blessings at all times without even
thinking about it. Not everyone has the same blessings, but
for the ones that are missing (e.g., good health), Allah, in
His infinite mercy, gives them other blessings.
Those who are happy, realizing this for the first time and
having a deep joy in their spirit, should know that this life
contains many more wonderful things. Perhaps they have