Your marriage is hanging by a thread. The honeymoon phase? A distant memory. The once-sweet texts? Now replaced with “Did you pay the Wi-Fi bill?” And your husband? He spends more time bonding with his phone than with you. Ya Allah! But before you start Googling “halal ways to strangle a husband,” let’s hit pause and do something radical: revive the love Sunnah-style!
If our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) could maintain love, kindness, and romance in his marriages without Netflix or candlelit dinners, then girl, so can you. Here are five Sunnah-backed ways to breathe life back into your relationship, and no, none of them involve bribing him with biryani (but hey, that could help too!).
1. Speak His Love Language – But Make It Sunnah!
Ever noticed how the Prophet (ﷺ) knew exactly how to make his wives feel loved? He called Aisha (RA) sweet nicknames like Humayra (rosy-cheeked one). He drank from the same spot on her cup. Ugh, the romance!
What does this mean for you? If your husband thrives on words of affirmation, stop roasting him 24/7. Tell him he looks good (yes, even in those ancient sweatpants). If he’s an acts-of-service guy, maybe iron his clothes without the passive-aggressive sighing. Little things = big impact.
Sunnah Hack: Compliment him often, as the Prophet (ﷺ) did. Instead of “You never help around the house,” try “MashAllah, I love when you help, it makes me feel so appreciated.” Watch him transform before your eyes!
2. Resurrect the Sunnah of Playfulness (Yes, Flirt with Him!)
Who said Muslim marriages have to be all “Did you pray Fajr?” and “Pass the salt”? The Prophet (ﷺ) raced with Aisha (RA), and let her win! (Then, when he beat her later, he cheekily reminded her.) If our Prophet (ﷺ) could inject playfulness into marriage, what’s stopping you?
Sunnah Hack: Play a game together. Hide his phone charger and make him find it. Or send him a flirty text, even if he takes five business days to reply, he’ll appreciate it!
3. The Sunnah of Touch – Physical Affection Matters!
Newsflash: Holding hands isn’t just for haram TikTok couples. The Prophet (ﷺ) loved physical affection. He’d rest his head on Aisha’s lap and even lean on her for comfort. If he could show love this way, why do we act like robots?
Sunnah Hack: Next time you hand him his tea, touch his hand for an extra second. Give him a random hug, even if he’s confused at first, he’ll secretly love it.
Want to take it up a notch? Try using a prophetic perfume (itr). The Prophet (ﷺ) always smelled amazing. A scent that reminds him of you = instant nostalgia and attraction!
4. Cook With Love (But Also, Make Him Help!)
Yes, food is the way to a man’s heart, but that doesn’t mean you have to be his unpaid chef. The Prophet (ﷺ) helped in household chores, so casually remind him of this when he’s mysteriously glued to the couch.
Sunnah Hack: Cook together. Make it fun. Even if he’s just passing you ingredients, the shared time (and maybe a little food fight?) can do wonders.
Pro Tip: Try making something with honey, a favorite of the Prophet (ﷺ). It’s not just Sunnah, but it’s also known to increase affection between spouses. Coincidence? I think not.
5. Make Dua Like You Mean It!
Let’s be real, sometimes, all the flirting, food, and affection in the world can’t fix things overnight. That’s where dua comes in. The Prophet (ﷺ) regularly made dua for his wives, asking Allah to bless their relationship.
Sunnah Hack: Wake up for Tahajjud and pour your heart out to Allah. Make dua for love, understanding, and a little more patience when he forgets the groceries again.
Final Thoughts: Love is a Sunnah, Not Just a Feeling
Marriage isn’t always sunshine and roses, sometimes, it’s cold shoulders and Wi-Fi fights. But the key is to keep reviving the love, the way our Prophet (ﷺ) did. Which of these Sunnah-backed tips are you going to try first? Drop a comment below, I’d love to hear your stories!
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Let’s revive love the right way, ladies. May Allah bless our marriages with warmth, joy, and a little more laughter, Ameen!