Let’s be honest, life can get busy. Between work, study, social life, and scrolling endlessly, the Quran tends to fall further down the list of priorities. However, what if creating a habit of reciting the Quran does not have to be that difficult? What if you can really be intentional with small steps to stay connected — without completely changing your life?
Here is how you can develop and build a lasting habit of Quran recitation today with QuranGPT.
1. Start With One Verse A Day
No need to read an entire surah. Begin with just 1 verse.
Read it. Think about it. Use that verse for your day. When you start small, it makes it easier to be consistent. One verse today, may become one page tomorrow, and before you realize it, the Quran becomes a part of your daily life. Small steps can lead to very large impacts.
2. Pair the Quran with Something You Already Do
- This is called habit stacking; linking a new habit to something you already do every day.
- Do you have a commute? Listen to somebody recite it either in your car or on the train.
- Do you have a cup of coffee in the morning? While you are drinking it, read some ayat from the Quran.
- Are you winding down before bed? Open a Quran app instead of scrolling social media.
Pairing reading the Quran with something you already do will put you on a path of more consistency.
3. Make it Visual
- Sometimes the simplest reminder may compel you to take action.
- Place a sticky note with a verse from the Quran, on your mirror.
- Put a wallpaper on your phone or laptop with a Quran theme, or simply keep a physical mushaf sitting on your desk or bedside table for your convenience.
The more you look at the Quran as part of your environment, the more likely you’ll reach for it.
4. Set a Quran Reminder
It’s not just about relying solely on willpower either, it’s helpful to set a reminder. So, set a reminder for a specific time of the day. It could be just after Fajr, it could be during your lunch break, or it could be before you go to bed.
Your phone reminds you of everything else in life, why not let it help you remember the most important message of all?
5. Reflect and Journal
The Quran is not just about recitation — it is about understanding and building a connection.
Consider keeping a brief journal, and write down:
- a verse that resonated
- what it means to you
- how you will make it a part of your life.
Reflection makes recitation a relationship. It elevates and deepens your connection to the Divine words.
6. Make dua for consistency
Let’s be honest – building a new habit requires work. So, ask Allah for help.
Formulate this dua in your heart:
“Ya Allah, make the Quran a companion of my heart, a source of light in my life, and a habit I hold onto always.”
When you sincerely ask, Allah will facilitate ease.
When to begin? Now.
The great thing about building a Quran habit doesn’t involve waiting until the time is right, the right mood, or whatever else, to begin — you can start today, even in the slightest means possible.
It could be one verse, one page, or one thing to reflect on, QuranGPT says start now !
This is your opportunity to reinforce your recitation, memorization, and connection to the Quran prior to Ramadan.
Because the best time to incorporate your Quran into your day is now.