Hanging out and socializing is loved by us social humans. With the people we love and know and also with new people. But there should be some etiquettes that should be observed.

So here are a few things that we should keep in mind before socializing:

1. Always hang out at proper time:

Don’t hang out at night as that will result in you not waking up for fajr which is a grave and dangerous mistake for entertainment.

1. You aren’t the centre of the world:

Think before you talk, also don’t speak non-stop that everyone gets bored of you. Give everyone the chance to talk. Don’t talk gibberish. Don’t think too highly of yourself.

1. Always say the truth and be straight forward:

“O you who believe! Keep your duty to Allah & fear Him, and speak (always) the truth.” (33:70)

1. Don’t talk in private when more than 2:

It was narrated that Abdullah Ibn Umar said: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “If you are three, two should not converse privately to the exclusion of the third, until some other people join you, because that will make him sad.”

1. Stop Backbiting:

Where people gather there is bound to be backbiting, but be careful and stop others from hell as well.

1. Prioritize your gatherings:

Give priority to family gatherings even at your own home, give time to your parents and siblings. Hanging out with friends and acquaintances comes next.

1. Gather with pious people:

Meeting good muslims and scholars will benefit you, and you will get ajar just by being with them and listening to their pure speech and also we will have inner peace.

1. Hang out at good places

Places like a hooka bar or, the Mall and cafes are filled with fitnas all around, you should try to hang out at places with natural beauty where you can appreciate Allah’s creations or to spiritually lift yourself a masjid or an Islamic centre or at home.

1. Seek permission:

Always ask your parents or your spouse before going out as they may need you.

So socialize and hang out but do it the proper way.

Fatima Damad