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As a Russian artist living in Bahrain, I find Ramadan to be a deeply inspiring time. The spirit of giving and reflection fills the air, influencing my art with themes of kindness and unity. Acts of service, like sharing iftar or supporting those in need, create a sense of harmony that resonates with everyone! This beautifully reflects how acts of service affect mental well-being owing to their positive nature—by fostering a sense of purpose, strengthening human connections, and bringing inner peace. The colours of generosity and the textures of compassion nourish both the soul and the canvas, proving that service is an art in itself.
- Alexandra Novik-Khamis
I believe that selfless acts of service can drastically make a person’s day, if not week or month! Last week, I stopped at a coffee shop for a brief time after iftar to have a latte in between a couple of errands I was running that night.
Ramadan tends to be an extremely busy month, so I was feeling tired of the chores and responsibilities I had that week, and on top of that I was also dealing with personal things that were weighing heavy on me.
As I was getting ready to leave the shop, I was approached by one of the employees with a receipt in her hand, and I thought she was about to tell me about a mistake that happened in my order or a payment issue that I needed to resolve, only for her to reveal that her co-worker drew a doodle of me on the back of the receipt!
I was pleasantly surprised and thanked the employee for the kind gesture, and went on with the rest of my day with a smile on my face. This small simple act reminded me that Ramadan is all about showing kindness to one another.
- Noor Awad
