Common Mistakes Fasting People Make

1. Focusing on Food, Not Repentance

Many prepare their pantries but forget to prepare their hearts.

2. Sleeping All Day

While the fast is valid, one misses the wisdom of fasting and prayers on time.

3. Backbiting & Lying

The Prophet ﷺ said: "Whoever does not give up false speech and acting upon it, Allah has no need of him giving up his food and drink." Sins wound the fast.

4. Overeating at Iftar

Stuffing yourself contradicts the Sunnah and makes Taraweeh difficult.

5. Delaying Iftar / Skipping Suhoor

The Sunnah is to hasten Iftar and delay Suhoor. Doing the opposite misses the blessing.