"Souls are troops collected together and those who familiarized with each other [in the heaven from where these come] would have affinity with one another [in the world] and those amongst them who opposed each other [in the Heaven] would also be divergent [in the world]."(Muslim)

In Islamic theology, there is a profound concept about the soul's journey before its entry into the physical world. This concept not only offers a unique perspective on the nature of the soul but also provides insight into the dynamics of human relationships and interactions.

"Souls are troops collected together and those who familiarized with each other [in the heaven from where these come] would have affinity with one another [in the world] and those amongst them who opposed each other [in the Heaven] would also be divergent [in the world]."(Muslim)

The acknowledgement of the existence of 'Aalam-e-arwaah' or the plain of the souls bring us closer to deeper understating or our nature ( tribal) but also how we position our selves in Dunya-based relationships. This term refers to the stage of pre-existence of souls before their entry into the physical world. It suggests that all souls were created and existed in a realm that is known only to Allah, prior to their birth into the world. It also provides a metaphysical explanation for the instant connections or aversions we sometimes feel towards others.

The concept of 'Aalam-e-arwaah' or the plain of the souls in Islamic theology offers a unique perspective that before our physical existence, souls were created and resided in a realm where they felt safe and content in the soul families. In this pre-worldly stage, our souls were part of a family or tribe and had an inherent recognition of Allah, aligning with the concept of 'fitrah' – the innate disposition towards virtue and understanding of God.

This theological perspective can be used to support the idea of spiritual amnesia in our current: Dunya life. The term "spiritual amnesia" refers to our forgetting or being unaware of our soul's origin and its inherent purity and understanding. This amnesia might explain why, in our earthly existence, we often harbor unrealistic expectations, fantasies, and a sense of entitlement in our relationships.

In the realm of souls, as described, the psychological need for identity and belonging was immediately fulfilled. Souls had a clear understanding of their lineage and a direct connection with Allah. However, in the physical world ('dunya'), achieving this sense of belonging, identity, and spiritual connection is not as straightforward. This contrast could be why we often place undue pressure on others in our relationships, expecting them to fulfill roles and voids that are, in reality, parts of our spiritual journey and growth.

This concept also emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility and accountability in how we treat others and manage our emotional growth. Recognizing that our expectations and behaviors in relationships might be influenced by this innate spiritual amnesia can release us form immature exceptions from blood-relatives and our spouses or children, it can encourage us to take more responsibility for our emotional and spiritual well-being, rather than placing unrealistic demands on others.

In essence, understanding the concept of 'Aalam-e-arwaah' and spiritual amnesia can lead to a more compassionate and self-aware approach to relationships, recognizing the individual journey each soul is on and the importance of personal growth and accountability.

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• Create your vision board

• Reflect on things which you know Must Go in order for your life to change

• Start planning your therapy sessions topics by Identifying what resonates with your Heart.

• Create an outline the list of your Eternal Life goals.

• Write down the conversations you normally have with your self, like if you were telling a story to a friend

• Pick the most disturbing sentences and connect them with emotions you feeling when you hear them

• Perform several Ibadah types consciously (taddabur, dua, prayers, sadaka, fasting) and Honestly reflect on what is it you experiencing and what is it that you were hoping to experience

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