You know what I regret now? Wasting my time following people who I eventually realised were not worth my attention. When someone’s star power dazzled me, I made it a mission to learn everything about them, believing they reflected all I valued. But they all had weaknesses and human flaws, which I ignored in my adoration.

As we grow, our tastes and lives change, and so do the people we look up to. Yet, there is one person who remains the greatest role model of all time — Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). We may know about him, but we often don’t reflect upon his life as deeply as we should.

One of the most fascinating things about our Holy Prophet’s personality is that he embodied the message he brought to us — what he preached was what he practised, even before he became Allah Almighty’s Messenger. Chosen as a guide for all mankind, and the last of the messengers, he showed us the perfect way to lead our lives in a righteous, honest, and meaningful way. The lessons from his life are countless, with examples from both his public and private life guiding us in all kinds of situations. His are the only footsteps we need to follow for success in this world and, of course, the Hereafter — since that life is eternal.

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) showed us how to live a kind, honest, and purposeful life. He showed love to children, respect to elders and care for everyone around him. There are many stories from his life that show us what to do in both good and bad times, in everyday activities and in challenging situations, without compromising our principles and beliefs.

Good role models help us grow into better people. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is........

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