When the Adhan Became My Strength

A Psychologist's Reflection on Finding Peace Through Faith

By Desk Editor Published on Jul 21, 2026

Dr. Mehjabeen

“My worries did not magically disappear, but they no longer controlled me. I felt closer to my Creator, my faith became stronger, and I found a sense of calm that helped me face life’s difficulties with greater resilience.”

As a psychologist, I have spent years exploring the human mind, emotions, behaviour, and the remarkable capacity for healing and transformation. Yet, one of the greatest journeys of my life has not only been through psychology, but through our Holy Qur’an my guide in this life and the Hereafter.

I am not a great scholar. I am simply a human being, a learner, and a seeker who wishes to share personal experiences, reflections, and the process of transformation I have witnessed within myself and others.

Many of you may already know the wisdom of the Qur’an. Many possess immense knowledge. But knowledge alone is not always transformation. True change begins when its teachings are experienced, understood, and lived.

Through this series, I hope to share my reflections from both psychological research and personal transformation. My intention is not to teach religion, but to explore how the timeless wisdom of the Qur’an can help us better understand the human mind, strengthen our character, heal our hearts, and transform our lives.

If these reflections inspire even one person to reflect, heal, or grow, then this journey will have been worthwhile.

One of the first sounds many Muslims hear after birth is the Adhan, the call to prayer. As I reflected on this, I realised that perhaps there is a deeper wisdom behind it. Throughout life, we encounter countless obstacles, pain, uncertainty, and moments that test our faith. Like many others, I have experienced these challenges. Yet, one practice I consciously chose was to return to the Adhan.

As Dr. Mehjabeen, a psychologist and an ordinary human being, I began listening to the Adhan quietly and mindfully. Sometimes with tears, sometimes with gratitude, and often with a heart searching for peace. Over time, I noticed a profound transformation within myself. My worries did not magically disappear, but they no longer controlled me. I felt closer to my Creator, my faith became stronger, and I found a sense of calm that helped me face life’s difficulties with greater resilience.

From both my personal experience and psychological observations, I believe that spiritual practices can positively influence emotional well-being. Listening to the Adhan became more than a daily ritual it became a source of comfort, hope, inner strength, and self-transformation. This inner peace has also strengthened my ability to serve others as a psychologist, allowing me to support many individuals with greater compassion and understanding. This reflection is part of my ongoing journey of research, experience, and personal transformation, shared with the hope that it may inspire others to discover their own path toward peace.

How does this transformation happen?Many people may say, “Yes, we listen to the Adhan every day.” And I do not deny that. My purpose is not to oppose anyone or suggest that people are not listening. Rather, I want to invite you to reflect on how you listen.

When you are depressed, anxious, frustrated, overwhelmed, or when your heart feels heavy and your breathing becomes difficult because of anxiety, what is the first thing you turn to? Every day, we face countless emotional struggles, disappointments, and uncertainties.

My question is simple: In those moments, do you consciously remember the Adhan?

Do you pause and say to yourself, “Let me listen to the beautiful Adhan. Let me return to my Creator. Let me allow these words to calm my heart.”

For me, this has been a powerful practice of transformation. It is not merely hearing the Adhan, but listening with faith, presence, and complete trust. That belief gradually fills the heart with confidence, hope, and inner peace. It reminds us that no problem is greater than the One who created us.

This is not a rule or a judgment it is simply a reflection from my own journey. Perhaps, for someone who is struggling today, consciously turning to the Adhan may become the first step towards finding peace within.

I would also like to share an important reflection for those who are living with physical or mental health conditions. Many people are undergoing medical treatment, psychological therapy, or both. As a psychologist, I deeply value evidence-based treatment and encourage individuals to continue their prescribed care.

At the same time, I have observed that spiritual practices can become a powerful source of comfort and hope. Listening to the Adhan with sincerity and faith may bring emotional peace, strengthen the Heart & Mind and help individuals cope with life’s challenges.

There is a beautiful understanding that healing comes through both treatment and the blessings of Allah. Medicine, therapy, and healthcare are important means of healing, while faith, prayer, and remembrance of Allah nourish the heart and the soul. These are not opposing paths they can complement one another.

This reflection comes from my personal experience and observations. My hope is simply to encourage people to embrace both professional care and spiritual connection on their journey towards healing and inner peace

الله أكبر، الله أكبر

أشهد أن لا إله إلا الله

أشهد أن محمدًا رسول الله

حي على الصلاة

حي على الفلاح

الله أكبر، الله أكبر

لا إله إلا الله

English Translation of Adhan

Allah is the Greatest. Allah is the Greatest.

I bear witness that there is no god except Allah.

I bear witness that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.

Come to prayer.

Come to success (prosperity and salvation).

Come to success.

Allah is the Greatest. Allah is the Greatest.

There is no god except Allah.

Note: During the Fajr (dawn) Adhan, the following phrase is added after “Come to success”:

‎الصلاة خير من النوم

As-salātu khayrun mina an-nawm

Prayer is better than sleep. (Repeated twice)

“The Adhan is not merely a call to prayer; it is a call to the heart. It reminds us that During emotional struggles, grief, confusion, and the endless noise of life, there is always an invitation to pause, reconnect with our Creator, and find peace. As a psychologist, I see it not only as a spiritual reminder but also as a moment of mindfulness, hope, and emotional grounding.”

Author is Founder Vision High Mental Health Wellness, Director Karnataka State Board Mental Health & Human Rights and Women president GHRT . The views expressed are personal reflections based on the author’s lived experience and professional observations as a psychologist. They are not intended as medical or religious instruction.