Magical Timing
Have you ever wondered why you meet certain people on the bus? Or why you became friends with the people in your life now? Or maybe, why it had to be them? Out of billions of people in this world, why did I have to share such warm memories with this specific person?! These questions keep spinning in my head whenever I start feeling bored.
Honestly, I’m amazed by how perfectly Allah SWT plans every so-called “accidental” meeting. It reminds me of encounters that have completely changed my life. There was a time when I hit my lowest point, and then — almost magically — an old friend reached out to me. I can’t remember exactly what we talked about, but all I know is that it felt like a sweet breeze had blown through, bringing back hope and reminding me to keep going with a smile.
Besides that, I’ve also had smaller moments that made me feel deeply grateful. Like when I really needed someone to talk to, but I didn’t feel like texting anyone — then suddenly, I ran into that very person. Without hesitation, I shared what was on my mind, and in just the blink of an eye, my little struggle — one that had felt so overwhelming in my head — just disappeared. Woohoo!
But sometimes, I find myself feeling stuck — like I’ve lost that magical timing. And yeah, it makes me feel hopeless or just off. I lose my appetite, my energy, and that so-called “spark.” But after some time, when I reflect on those moments, I realize everything happened for a reason. If I hadn’t been “alone” at that time, maybe the outcome wouldn’t have been the same. I feel guilty for being so upset back then, even ashamed before Allah SWT.
In the end, I truly understand that everything happens for a reason, including every single person who enters (or leaves) my life. But sometimes, it’s just not easy to let go of someone, and other times, I wonder why I had to meet them in the first place. What would my life be like if I had never met them? Would it be better? Worse? I don’t know — it’s beyond my power to predict.
Still, I’m slowly learning to accept fate — the magical timing He has designed. It’s truly wonderful. I just need to shift my perspective so I can fully appreciate the meaning behind it all. I know it’s not always easy, but that’s okay. This is a journey — a journey to find peace in accepting destiny. And like any journey, it’s meant to be enjoyed — anytime, anywhere, with anyone. We just need to trust that Allah’s plans always have perfect timing — never too early, never too late, always bringing the right things in the right way (Surah Al-Fil, 105:1–5).
