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Leave Space for the Blessing
He paused after the plan. The elder closed with a prayer.
The Story
In Sharjah, a team outlined a factory expansion. Before debating ROI, the elder offered a short du‘a (prayer) for success and safety. No one rushed it; the discussion that followed felt jointly owned.
Cultural Principle
Spiritual gestures anchor shared intent. Honoring them deepens commitment.
Takeaway
When a blessing, proverb, or reflection appears, accept the pause. Resume with, “Ameen, here’s how we’ll honor that in execution.”
With insight,
Taqua