Do you want to know the secret weapon of success and happiness?
Maybe it is the only thing missing in your life.
Have you ever asked yourself why so many people end their own lives even though they seem to have everything — money, children, families, beautiful houses, and worldly success? Why do they still feel empty inside? Why does stress consume so many hearts?
But is there a real solution to this daily life challenge? Don’t scratch your head — here is the perfect solution.
1. Waking Up in the Early Hours
I used to think it was just a joke when I first heard people say, “Wake up at 4 or 5 am and you’ll change your life.” But when I actually tried it back in high school, I realized its deep impact.
The hours before dawn are magical. This is the time of suhūr, when the environment is serene, silent, and blessed. The troubles of yesterday feel washed away, and your mind becomes fresh, ready for the new day.
Allah Himself praises the righteous in the Qur’an:
“And in the hours before dawn they would ask forgiveness.” (Surah Adh-Dhariyat 51:18)
The Prophet ﷺ revealed the unseen reality behind this habit:
“When you sleep, Shaytan ties three knots at the back of your head… If you wake up and remember Allah, one knot is undone. If you perform ablution, the second knot is undone. If you pray, the third knot is undone, and you wake up energetic and in good spirits. Otherwise, you wake up lazy and with a bad mood.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
Isn’t that exactly how we feel? On mornings when we wake late, we feel heavy and lazy. But when we rise early for Fajr, we feel alive, focused, and full of barakah.
And it’s not just spiritual — science agrees. Researchers from Harvard University found that early risers are more proactive and less likely to suffer from depression (Harvard Gazette). The Sleep Foundation also reports that early risers align better with their circadian rhythm, leading to better health, energy, and mood.
Successful people across history echo this truth. Benjamin Franklin famously said:
“Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.”
Aristotle observed:
“It is well to be up before daybreak, for such habits contribute to health, wealth, and wisdom.”
Even modern thinkers like Robin Sharma, in his best-selling book The 5 AM Club, show how mastering mornings transforms productivity and inner peace.
2. Dhikr and the Remembrance of Allah
Another secret of happiness is remembrance of Allah. Life without dhikr feels heavy, but life with dhikr becomes light.
Allah tells us:
“Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts find rest.” (Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:28)
Even Prophet Yunus (Jonah, عليه السلام), when trapped in the belly of the whale, turned to Allah in the darkest of places with the words:
“There is no deity except You; exalted are You. Indeed, I have been of the wrongdoers.” (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:87)
And Allah saved him. This shows that even in the greatest trials, dhikr is the rope that pulls us back to peace.
Start your mornings with SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, La ilaha illa Allah, and Allahu Akbar. These words, combined with wudhu, Qur’an, and Fajr, are medicine for the heart.
3. Listening to Qur’an and Beneficial Words
The Qur’an is the greatest dhikr. Listening to it at dawn fills the heart with calmness. While some people turn to music to relieve stress, it often leaves them emptier. Allah, however, says:
“And We send down of the Qur’an that which is healing and mercy for the believers.” (Surah Al-Isra 17:82)
Play Qur’an recitations or motivational Islamic lectures in the morning — you will notice a huge difference in how your day unfolds.
4. Eating Good Food
A healthy body supports a healthy mind. The Prophet ﷺ taught moderation:
“No man fills a vessel worse than his stomach. A few mouthfuls that keep his back straight are sufficient. But if he must, then a third for food, a third for drink, and a third for air.” (Tirmidhi, 2380)
Wholesome foods like fruits, dates, honey, whole grains, and clean water energize the body and sharpen the mind. Heavy, greasy meals drain energy. A light, nourishing breakfast after Fajr sets the tone for a productive day.
5. Exercise and Strength
Exercise releases endorphins — the “happy hormones” — reducing stress and boosting mood. It also improves sleep, strengthens the brain, and builds confidence.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged strength, saying:
“A strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than a weak believer, though there is good in both.” (Muslim, 2664)
Even a short walk after Fajr refreshes the body and clears the mind.
6. Avoiding Disturbances and Negativity
Finally, protect your peace. Avoid anger, unnecessary noise, and toxic environments.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“The strong man is not the one who overcomes others in wrestling, but the one who controls himself when angry.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
Choose silence over argument, patience over anger, and positivity over negativity.
Conclusion
The real secret weapon of success and happiness is not wealth, status, or material possessions. It is hidden in the quiet hours before dawn — in prayer, dhikr, Qur’an, and healthy habits.
When you wake up early, you don’t just rise from your bed — you rise into a life of barakah. You untie Shaytan’s knots, you align your body with nature, and you join the company of prophets, scholars, and leaders who mastered their mornings.
So tomorrow, set your alarm for 4 or 5 am. Step into the dawn, and step into a life of happiness and success.
