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The True "Best Buy"
 
Zahid Mian, Qa’id Finance

Allah Almighty reminds us in the Holy Qur'an that He loves those who do good:

"And spend in the cause of Allah, and cast not yourselves into ruin with your own hands, and do good; surely, Allah loves those who do good" (2:196)

The following two charts show a comparison of Chanda participation and collection for the years 2018 and 2019.
 

As is obvious, last year at this time, we were well ahead of the current pace. About 2,300 members have paid their Ansar Chanda this year, but we still have more than 1,200 who have not. We need you to step up at this time!

You can pay Ansar Chanda online using your checking account or credit card at amanat.ansarusa.org/chanda. Those brothers who have not yet paid their Ansar Chanda fully are requested to do so before the end of the year. This would be the true "Best Buy" in the holiday season of sales and spending. May Allah Almighty reward you with His countless blessings well above the proportion of your Chanda contribution, Ameen. 
  

     
Waking Up Early - Physical and Spiritual Benefits
 
Syed Tanvir Ahmad, Qa’id Health

Benjamin Franklin is quoted to have said: "Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise." Here is what waking up early does it in terms of physical and spiritual benefits.
 

• Waking up with the rise of sun is a natural process—regulated by sunlight or lack of sunlight and body's natural hormones.
   
• Early wake-up call is good for your mind, body, and overall wellness.
   
• Nature Communications Journal concludes that early risers are less likely to develop mental health problems.
   
• The Obesity Society found a link between waking up early and more balanced diet.
   
• Journal of Applied Social Psychology - Early risers are more proactive and able to identify and diffuse problems quickly.
   
• University of Toronto - Early risers are happier and have a better outlook on life.
   
• Waking up early requires discipline—early to bed and early from bed.
   
• The greatest benefit of all - Tahajjud Prayer and Fajr Prayer on time and starting your day with remembrance of Allah.
   

Sleep Hygiene is crucial - get rid of screens from your bedroom and avoid all other stimulants (coffee, tea, etc.)

Remember to pray before you go to bed; offer Rakaat of Nawafil and recite prayers prescribed by the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) at bedtime.
 

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Department of Publications Majlis Ansarullah USA