I've been avoiding calculating my exact zakat because I know the number will be higher than I want to pay, and I'm disgusted with myself for caring more about money than my faith.
More people experience this than they realize.
Self-knowledge of moral failure creates paralysis when confronting the gap between religious ideals and actual willingness to sacrifice.
“Where Are You with Zakat — Islamic charitable giving as financial system?”
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.