7 New Year’s Resolutions to Make with Your Muslim Family in 2025

As we embrace 2024, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can better align our goals with our faith and family values.

New Year’s resolutions are not just about personal growth but can also be an opportunity for families to strengthen bonds and improve spiritually.

Here are seven resolutions you can adopt with your Muslim family this year:

1. Revive the Sunnah in Daily Life

Make a family pact to incorporate sunnahs into everyday routines, like starting meals with Bismillah, saying Alhamdulillah after eating, and regularly reciting du’as for specific occasions. These small acts can build a spiritually rich home environment.

2. Pray Together as a Family

Strengthen family ties by performing at least one prayer in congregation daily. For those with younger children, use this time to teach them about the importance of Salah in Islam.

3. Commit to Charity

Teach the importance of giving by setting aside a family charity fund. Involve children in selecting causes, whether it’s supporting local families in need or international humanitarian efforts.

4. Read and Reflect on the Qur’an Together

Dedicate weekly family time to reading the Qur’an and discussing its meanings. Use resources like Tafsir Ibn Kathir or online Qur’an platforms to understand its relevance in everyday life.

5. Adopt an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Inspired by the Islamic principle of avoiding waste, take steps as a family to be more eco-conscious. Recycle, conserve water, and minimise plastic use, reflecting our role as stewards of the Earth (khalifah).

6. Plan Acts of Kindness

Create a monthly family challenge to perform acts of kindness, such as visiting the sick, helping a neighbour, or distributing food. It’s a meaningful way to instil the value of community service in children.

7. Celebrate Milestones and Reflect on Gratitude

At the end of each month, gather as a family to reflect on what you’ve achieved and express gratitude to Allah (shukr). Celebrate small successes to motivate continued efforts.

Final Thoughts

Resolutions rooted in Islamic values can bring blessings and unity to your family. With intention (niyyah) and consistency, 2024 can be a year of faith-filled growth and happiness.

Let’s make this year about spiritual and familial togetherness, ensuring that our goals lead us closer to Allah and each other.

Start today—write these resolutions down, involve the whole family, and keep each other accountable. May Allah bless your efforts! Ameen.