Periagoge
Scenario

When you keep making the same dua but can't stop the behavior

I keep making the same dua every night for two years asking Allah to help me stop lying to my parents about money but I lie again the next day and I hate myself

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The nafs al-ammārah continues to dominate despite conscious spiritual intention, creating a cycle of spiritual despair.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Islamic psychology — nafs and spiritual wellbeing?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.