Finding Peace Islamic Approaches to Managing Stress

Abstract

Islamic teachings offer valuable insights into stress management, emphasis on God's will, trust in Allah, patience, prayer, and balance to overcome problems in life. This study explores the importance of stress management from the perspective of Islamic teachings and highlights the deep knowledge and practical principles rooted in Islamic teachings. This study highlights the need for culturally appropriate approaches to stress management, integrating religious beliefs and practices into mental health care. The objectives of this study are to review the key Islamic principles related to stress reduction, analyze the challenges and limitations in applying Islamic teachings in the contemporary context, and promote the understanding and integration of Islamic perspectives in stress management practices. The study highlights the role of Islamic teachings in reducing stress, emphasizes the importance of willpower and faith, spirituality, patience, prayer, balance, and stability, and identifies challenges such as cultural interpretation and facilitation. The need for collaborative efforts to raise awareness and promote culturally appropriate mental health services is highlighted. Recommendations include incorporating Islamic teachings into mental health education, community initiatives, research funding, and advocacy.