Urban Rugs UK | 5 Practical Tips To Help You Build Your Prayer Habit

As believers, we all understand the importance of never missing a prayer. Yet, staying consistent with salah can be challenging—especially when life gets busy. Research suggests it takes 21 days to form a habit and 90 days for it to become part of your lifestyle. In this blog post, Urban Rugs UK offers expert advice on why Muslims miss Salah and how to develop discipline in Salah. 

Common Reasons We Miss Salah

Busy schedules and distractions: Life’s commitments can overwhelm us, causing us to lose track of time.

Lack of a suitable prayer space: For those who spend most of the day outside, especially full-time workers, finding a place to pray can be difficult.

Oversleeping: Waking up for Fajr is one of the most common struggles for many.

5 Practical Tips to Help You Build Your Prayer Habit

1. Mental Preparation
   Before anything else, understand why we pray. Reflect on the purpose of salah as a form of worship and connection with Allah. A helpful resource: “Why Does God Ask Us to Worship Him?”

2. Use Adhan Apps to Stay on Track
   Technology can be a blessing. Set reminders through Islamic apps that notify you of prayer times—even when you can’t hear the adhan. Some great options include:

   • Athan: Prayer Times & Al Quran
   • Salatuk (Prayer Time)
   • Prayer Times - Qibla and Azan
   • Muslim Pro: Quran Athan Prayer
     These apps also help tackle oversleeping by setting alarms for Fajr.

3. Create a Dedicated Prayer Space
   Designate a peaceful area in your home for prayer. Invest in a comfortable, high-quality prayer rug that’s both practical and aesthetically pleasing. Don’t forget to keep a portable prayer mat for when you’re on the go.

4. Schedule Your Prayers
   Add your five daily prayers to your schedule. For instance, if your gym session is planned for 12 PM, schedule Dhuhr before it. Use a checklist to track your consistency—it helps reinforce the habit.

5. Don’t Give Up on Missed Prayers
   Life happens, and sometimes you may miss a prayer unintentionally. Islam offers the gift of qadaa—the ability to make up for missed prayers. Perform wudu as soon as possible and complete the missed salah when you’re able.

A Blessed Opportunity to Connect with Allah

Never forget: Salah is not just a duty—it’s a gift. The chance to stand before Allah five times a day is a blessing that brings peace, discipline, and spiritual fulfilment into our lives.

May Allah help us strengthen our salah habits and keep us steadfast in our worship.