Monday, February 16, 2026

In The Living Years — Before It’s Too Late

I’ve always loved this song.

“The Living Years.”

There’s one line that never leaves me:

“I wasn’t there that morning when my father passed away…”

And another:

“Say it loud, say it clear. You can listen as well as you hear.”

It’s not just about a father and son.

It’s about ego.
It’s about silence.
It’s about words we never said.

And Ramadan starts tomorrow.

Let me ask you something.

How many conversations are still unfinished?

How many “I’m sorry” are still stuck in the throat?

How many “I love you” are assumed but never spoken?

The Struggle We Don’t Admit

We are busy.

Busy building careers.
Busy building organisations.
Busy chasing targets.
Busy fixing other people’s problems.

But sometimes…

We forget to fix what matters most.

Family.

Parents.

Spouses.

Children.

In the song, the regret is heavy.

They fought.
They disagreed.
They never fully reconciled.

Then one day — it was too late.

Ramadan is not just about fasting.

It is about returning.

Returning to Allah.
Returning to humility.
Returning to the people we love.

The Truth Moment

Allah reminds us clearly:

“And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you be kind to parents…”
(Surah Al-Isra’ 17:23)

Kindness is not just financial support.

It is tone.

It is patience.

It is listening.

Sometimes we hear…, but we don’t listen.

Sometimes we respond… but we don’t understand.

Sometimes we win arguments… but lose relationships.

5 Lessons from “The Living Years” — Before Ramadan

1. Say It Now

Don’t assume people know.

Say thank you.

Say I appreciate you.

Say I forgive you.

Say I’m sorry.

Ramadan softens hearts — use it.

2. Listen More Than You Speak

The song says:

“You can listen as well as you hear.”

Listening is an act of love.

This Ramadan:

Listen to your parents’ stories.
Listen to your spouse’s worries.
Listen to your children’s dreams.

Even 10 minutes of focused listening can heal years of distance.

3. Drop the Ego

Many conflicts are not about right or wrong.

They are about pride.

Ramadan trains us to control hunger.

But it is also meant to train us to control our ego.

Ask yourself:
Is this argument worth losing barakah?

4. Repair Before It’s Too Late

Death doesn’t send a calendar invite.

If there is someone you haven’t spoken to…

Message them today.

Call them today.

Even a simple:
“Maaf kalau ada salah.”

That could change everything.

5. Live In The Living Years

Not the regret years.

Not the “if only” years.

Not the “one day” years.

Ramadan is a gift.

A pause.

A reset button.

A mercy.

My Personal Reflection

As a son.
As a husband.
As a father.

This song reminds me:

Success means nothing if relationships are broken.

Revenue means nothing if hearts are distant.

Leadership means nothing if the home is neglected.

This Ramadan, I want to:

Speak softer.
Forgive faster.
Call my parents more.
Appreciate my wife more.
Be present with my children.

Not next month.

Now.

A Simple Ramadan Action Plan

Before Maghrib tomorrow:

Send one message of appreciation.
Make one call you’ve been postponing.
Forgive one person in your heart.
Make doa for those who have passed.
Ask Allah for a heart that listens.

InsyaAllah.

Final Reflection

The song ends with regret.

Let ours begin with reconciliation.

We cannot change the past.

But we are still in the living years.

Alhamdulillah.

Ramadan Mubarak.

May this month heal what pride once broke.

#RamadanMubarak
#TheLivingYears
#MuhasabahDiri
#Keluarga
#MaafkanSaya
#Ihsan
#DakwahKreatif
#YayasanWibaPrima

Saturday, February 14, 2026

🌙 Ihya’ Ramadan — Year 3 at Flat Sri Aman

Alhamdulillah.

Today marks our 3rd consecutive year organising Program Ihya’ Ramadan at Flat Sri Aman, Kampung Tunku.

There is something powerful about returning to the same community every year.

It is not about a one-off charity event.
It is about commitment.

This year, 120 families received support.

And for the second year in a row, Yayasan Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin (NAZA) stood with us in this mission.

May Allah SWT reward them abundantly for their generosity.

Allah SWT reminds us:

“The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed that grows seven ears; in every ear is a hundred grains…”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:261)

We do not give because we have extra.

We give because we are entrusted.

🤝 What Made Today Special

• 120 families supported
• 3rd year at the same location
• 2nd year with NAZA’s support
• Entire program completed within one hour
• Smooth flow, disciplined execution
• Strong collaboration between YWP & Xperts

Alhamdulillah — everything was done efficiently, respectfully, and with dignity.

When a team is aligned in intention, execution becomes easy.

Teamwork truly makes the dream work.

🙏 A Personal Reflection

Every time we step into communities like this, it humbles us.

We go to give.

But we return feeling that we received more.

Gratitude.
Perspective.
Reminder of purpose.

Thank you, Allah SWT, for allowing us to serve.

Special appreciation to my committed team at Yayasan Wiba Prima and Xperts — you are the engine behind this impact.

Truly blessed to have a team that shows up with sincerity and discipline.

🎯 The Bigger Goal

Flat Sri Aman is not the only location.

This Ramadan, our target is to impact 1,500 families.

Bigger responsibility.
Bigger amanah.
Bigger opportunity to serve.

Insha Allah, we continue.

From the community.
For the community.

If you would like to collaborate or support our upcoming locations, we welcome strategic partnerships.

Let’s multiply impact together.

#IhyaRamadan
#DakwahKreatif
#YayasanWibaPrima
#CommunityImpact
#CSRMalaysia
#Ramadan2026
#FromTheCommunityForTheCommunity

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Cuti Sekolah, Cuti Hati — Atau Cuti Momentum?

Hari ini adalah hari terakhir persekolahan sebelum cuti seminggu.

Anak-anak gembira.
Ibu bapa pula mula berfikir…

“Macam mana nak pastikan anak tak hilang momentum?”

Kita sedang menghampiri Ramadhan.
Bulan disiplin. Bulan latihan jiwa.

Menariknya, disiplin bukan bermula bila Ramadhan tiba.
Disiplin bermula dengan niat dan sistem.

Pendidikan Bukan Tentang Tekanan

Sebagai ibu bapa, kita tidak mahu anak belajar dalam tekanan.

Kita mahu mereka:

Faham, bukan hafal.
Yakin, bukan takut.
Bertanya, bukan diam.

Tetapi realitinya, ramai anak sebenarnya tidak tahu bagaimana untuk belajar dengan betul.

Bukan mereka malas.
Mereka cuma tiada sistem.

AI: Alat atau Ancaman?

Ramai bertanya kepada saya,

“Perlu ke anak guna AI?”

Soalan yang lebih tepat ialah:

“Bagaimana kita ajar anak guna AI dengan beradab dan berilmu?”

AI boleh jadi jalan pintas yang melemahkan.
Atau boleh jadi guru maya yang membimbing.

Seperti teknologi lain, ia bergantung pada niat dan cara kita menggunakannya.

Islam mengajar kita tentang ihsan — melakukan sesuatu dengan sebaik-baiknya.

Jika anak menggunakan AI untuk:

Faham konsep dengan lebih jelas
Semak jawapan dan perbaiki kesilapan
Rancang ulang kaji dengan lebih teratur

Maka AI menjadi alat kebaikan.

Gunakan Cuti Ini Sebagai Latihan Disiplin

Tak perlu belajar 5 jam sehari.

Cukup 30 minit konsisten.

Cukup:
1️⃣ Ulang kaji satu topik lemah
2️⃣ Latih beberapa soalan gaya peperiksaan
3️⃣ Belajar bertanya soalan dengan lebih baik

Momentum kecil hari ini boleh memberi kesan besar hujung tahun nanti.

Saya Sediakan Satu AI Study Playbook Untuk Ibu Bapa

Ringkas. Praktikal. Terus boleh guna.

Dalam playbook ini, saya kumpulkan contoh ayat (prompt) seperti:

Cara minta AI terangkan topik ikut umur anak
Cara buat soalan latihan ikut silibus Malaysia
Cara semak jawapan dan beri maklum balas
Cara bina pelan belajar 7 hari sebelum peperiksaan

Tujuannya bukan untuk menggantikan guru.

Tetapi untuk membantu ibu bapa membimbing anak dengan lebih yakin di rumah.

Jika ada ibu bapa yang berminat untuk mendapatkan AI Study Playbook ini, boleh hubungi saya di sini:

👉 https://www.wasap.my/601156659545/nakguruaiplaybook

Saya kongsikan secara peribadi.

Semoga cuti ini bukan sekadar rehat.
Tetapi menjadi permulaan kepada disiplin dan keberkatan dalam pembelajaran anak-anak kita.

—
Coach Amirul
AI & Education Strategist

#AIinEducation
#ParentingWithPurpose
#DigitalLearning
#EducationMalaysia
#RamadhanMindset
#IhsanInEducation
#FutureReady
#GuruAI
#MindAppz
#PendidikanAnak

Sunday, February 8, 2026

From Generative AI to Agentic AI: Why the Next AI Skill Is Thinking, Not Prompting

Most people today say,

“I’m using AI.”

But when you look closer, what they really mean is:
They are asking questions and getting answers.

That’s not wrong.
But it’s no longer enough.

Let me explain—simply.

Generative AI: The First Wave (Where Most People Are)

Generative AI is what most of us started with.

You ask → it answers.
You stop → it stops.

It’s powerful for:

writing
summarising
brainstorming
creating content

But it is still reactive.

Think of it like a very smart assistant who only speaks when spoken to.

Useful? Yes.
Transformational? Not yet.

Agentic AI: The Real Shift Happening Now

Agentic AI changes the relationship.

Instead of only answering, it can:

plan steps
decide what comes next
check its own work
continue working toward a goal

You don’t just ask:

“Write this.”

You say:

“Help me achieve this outcome.”

And the AI figures out how.

This is the difference between:

using a tool
and working with a helper

Most people haven’t crossed this line yet.

But There’s a Bigger Gap People Still Miss

Even with agentic AI, there’s a critical question:

Whose thinking is the AI following?

Because an AI that can act…
but thinks like everyone else…
will still give average results.

This is where my work focuses.

DNA-Cloned AI: Teaching AI to Think Like You

I don’t just teach people to use AI.

I teach them to clone their thinking into AI.

That means embedding:

values
priorities
decision filters
communication style
ethical boundaries
leadership principles

So the AI doesn’t just act.

It acts the way you would act.

For leaders, educators, and professionals, this is the turning point.

AI stops being:

a productivity hack

And becomes:

a thinking partner
a decision co-pilot
a consistency engine

Why This Matters (Especially for Leaders & Educators)

The future will not be divided between:

people who use AI
vs
people who don’t

It will be divided between:

people who borrow intelligence
and people who design intelligence responsibly

Prompting is a skill.
Context engineering is a capability.
DNA-driven agentic AI is leadership.

My Position (Clear & Simple)

Level 1: Prompting helps you move faster
Level 2: Agentic AI helps you move smarter
Level 3: DNA-cloned AI helps you move wisely and consistently

This is the direction I’m building, teaching, and refining—
with educators, organisations, and leaders who care about impact, not hype.

Final Thought

AI will increasingly act.

The real question is:

What values will guide those actions?

That’s no longer a technical question.
It’s a leadership one.

And that’s where the real work begins.

#AgenticAI #AILeadership #LeadWithAI #FutureOfWork

#ThinkingWithAI #ContextEngineering

#AILiteracy #AIInEducation #ResponsibleAI

What Japan Teaches the World — And What Islam Perfected 1,400 Years Ago

Every now and then, an image stops us.

Minimalism.
Punctuality.
Cleanliness.
Respect.
Kaizen.
Strong work ethic.

We look at Japan and say, “Hebatnya budaya mereka.”

But here’s a quiet truth worth reflecting on:

Many of the values we admire in Japanese culture are already deeply rooted in Islam — not as trends, but as acts of ‘ibadah’.

This is not about copying Japan.
This is about remembering who we are.

1. Minimalism — Living with Enough (Zuhd, Qana’ah)

Japan teaches: Keep only what you need or love.

Islam teaches something deeper:

“…And do not be extravagant. Indeed, Allah does not like the extravagant.”
(Surah Al-A‘raf 7:31)

Rasulullah ﷺ lived simply, even when he had the option of luxury.

Minimalism in Islam is not poverty —
it is freedom of the heart.

Less clutter.
Less ego.
More focus on what truly matters.

2. Punctuality — Respecting Time as an Amanah

Japan values being on time.
Islam values being accountable for time.

Allah SWT swears by time:

“By Time. Indeed, mankind is in loss…”
(Surah Al-‘Asr 103:1–2)

And Rasulullah ﷺ reminded us:

“There are two blessings which many people waste: health and free time.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)

In Islam, being late is not just unprofessional —
it can be a breach of amanah.

3. Cleanliness — Purity Inside and Out

Japan is famous for cleanliness.
Islam made cleanliness a condition of worship.

“Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:222)

And the Prophet ﷺ said:

“Purity is half of faith.”
(Sahih Muslim)

Clean body.
Clean space.
Clean intentions.

This is not hygiene.
This is iman in action.

4. Healthy Eating — Moderation, Not Excess

Small portions. Balanced meals.

Islam taught this long ago:

“Eat and drink, but do not be excessive.”
(Surah Al-A‘raf 7:31)

Rasulullah ﷺ said:

“The human being fills no worse vessel than his stomach…”
(Tirmidhi)

Food in Islam is not indulgence —
it is fuel for worship and service.

5. Respect for Nature — Khalifah on Earth

Japan lives in harmony with nature.
Islam defines our role clearly:

“Indeed, I will place upon the earth a khalifah (steward).”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:30)

We are not owners.
We are caretakers.

Every tree, river, animal —
is an amanah.

6. Politeness & Respect — Adab Before Knowledge

Japan bows.
Islam perfects adab.

“And speak to people good words.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:83)

Rasulullah ﷺ said:

“The best among you are those with the best character.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)

Good manners are not optional in Islam.
They are a measure of faith.

7. Group Harmony (Wa) — Ukhuwwah

Japan avoids conflict for harmony.
Islam builds brotherhood with purpose.

“Indeed, the believers are brothers.”
(Surah Al-Hujurat 49:10)

Unity in Islam is not silence.
It is mutual respect, justice, and compassion.

8. Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) — Ihsan

Japan calls it Kaizen.
Islam calls it Ihsan.

“Allah loves that when any of you does a job, he perfects it.”
(Hadith – Al-Bayhaqi)

Every day, slightly better.
Not for applause —
but because Allah sees.

9. Strong Work Ethic — Amal with Integrity

Japan admires dedication.
Islam elevates work into worship.

“…And say, ‘Do [good], for Allah will see your deeds…’”
(Surah At-Tawbah 9:105)

Work with honesty.
Serve with sincerity.
Lead with Ihsan.

This is how ordinary work becomes extraordinary ibadah.

Final Reflection

When we admire Japan, we are not admiring something foreign.

We are admiring the values Islam has already given us — when lived fully.

The real question is not:

“Why are they so disciplined?”

But:

“Why did we forget?”

Let us return — not backward, but forward with clarity.

Simple lives.
Clean hearts.
Strong character.
Purposeful work.

That is not Japanese culture.

That is Islam — lived beautifully.

Apa pandangan anda?
Which value speaks to you the most today?

If this reflection resonates, share it.
Let it remind others — and ourselves.

Insya Allah bermanfaat.

#IslamicValues #Ihsan #FaithInAction #LeadershipWithValues #ServantLeadership

#Minimalism #KaizenMindset #WorkAsWorship #LifeWithPurpose

#Reflections #MindfulLiving #MuslimProfessionals

Ihya’ Ramadhan 1447H / 2026: Menghidupkan Ramadhan, Menyentuh Hati, Menerangi Kehidupan

Ramadhan bukan sekadar bulan menahan lapar dan dahaga.
Ia adalah bulan menghidupkan jiwa, menyucikan hati, dan menguatkan ukhuwwah sesama kita.

Hari ini, dengan penuh rasa syukur dan rendah hati, Yayasan Wiba Prima secara rasmi memulakan Program Ihya’ Ramadhan 2026 di Masjid An-Nasriyah.
Inilah titik mula sebuah perjalanan penuh makna — perjalanan untuk memberi, berkongsi, dan menyinari kehidupan mereka yang memerlukan.

Lebih Daripada Program. Ini Adalah Amanah.

Untuk Ramadhan tahun ini, kami menetapkan satu niat yang besar, tetapi lahir daripada hati yang ikhlas:

🌙 Membantu 1,500 keluarga yang memerlukan — memastikan mereka dapat melalui Ramadhan dengan lebih tenang dan bermaruah
🕌 Berkolaborasi dengan lebih 28 buah masjid — masjid-masjid yang telah kami pasang sistem solar melalui Program Anfaqa Solar Masjid
🤲 Menghidupkan masjid sebagai pusat ibadah, ilmu, kebajikan dan harapan

Apabila tenaga matahari menerangi masjid, kami percaya cahaya itu juga perlu menerangi kehidupan insan di sekitarnya.

Masjid Bukan Sekadar Tempat Solat. Ia Adalah Nadi Ummah.

Sepanjang Ramadhan ini, masjid-masjid rakan kolaborasi kami akan menjadi medan kebaikan melalui:

🍲 Agihan pek makanan & bantuan asas
🌙 Program iftar & sahur bersama komuniti
📖 Kuliah ringkas, tazkirah dan pengisian rohani
🤍 Sokongan kepada keluarga yang diuji dengan kesempitan hidup

Setiap senyuman penerima bantuan, setiap doa yang terucap, dan setiap langkah ke masjid — semuanya adalah saksi kecil kepada kasih sayang sesama manusia.

Mengapa Kami Perlukan Anda

Ramadhan adalah bulan gandaan pahala.
Tetapi lebih daripada itu, ia adalah bulan peluang — peluang untuk menjadi sebab rezeki orang lain bertambah, beban mereka diringankan, dan harapan mereka kembali menyala.

Kami tidak mampu melakukannya bersendirian.

Kami mengajak anda:

Untuk menyokong program Ihya’ Ramadhan kami
Untuk berkongsi rezeki, walau sedikit
Untuk menjadi sebahagian daripada kisah kebaikan yang akan dikenang oleh mereka yang dibantu

“Tidak akan berkurang harta dengan sedekah. Dan seorang hamba yang pemaaf pasti Allah tambahkan kemuliaan baginya.”
(HR Muslim)

Mari Kita Jadikan Ramadhan Ini Ramadhan Yang Dikenang

Bayangkan jika:

Setiap masjid menjadi pusat cahaya — fizikal dan spiritual
Setiap keluarga yang dibantu merasakan mereka tidak dilupakan
Setiap daripada kita pulang dari Ramadhan dengan hati yang lebih hidup

Inilah impian kami untuk Ramadhan 1447H.

Dengan sokongan anda, insya-Allah, ia boleh menjadi kenyataan.

🌙 Ayuh bersama kami menghidupkan Ramadhan.
🤍 Ayuh jadikan Ramadhan ini Ramadhan yang menyentuh hati dan mengubah kehidupan.

Ramadhan Kareem.
Let’s make it a Ramadhan to remember.

#IhyaRamadhan2026 #Ramadhan1447H #AnfaqaSolarMasjid #MasjidHijau

#SedekahRamadhan #NonProfitMalaysia #YayasanWibaPrima #DakwahKreatif #WeAreTheXperts

Friday, February 6, 2026

Bila Masjid Menjadi Lebih Lestari: Kisah di Sebalik 28 Masjid Solar ANFAQA

Bila Masjid Menjadi Lebih Lestari:

Kisah di Sebalik 28 Masjid Solar ANFAQA

Bayangkan sebuah masjid yang lebih tenang.
Bil elektriknya lebih rendah.
Dan lebih banyak dana dapat disalurkan kepada ilmu, kebajikan dan komuniti — bukan sekadar kos utiliti.

Inilah realiti yang sedang kami saksikan hari ini.

Melalui inisiatif Solar ANFAQA, sehingga kini 28 buah masjid di seluruh Malaysia telah menikmati manfaat tenaga solar — tanpa kos pemasangan kepada masjid.

Ini bukan sekadar projek teknologi.
Ini adalah projek amanah.

Masjid & Kelestarian: Kenapa Ia Penting?

Masjid bukan hanya tempat ibadah.
Ia pusat komuniti.
Ia nadi pendidikan, kebajikan dan penyatuan ummah.

Namun realitinya, banyak masjid berhadapan dengan cabaran yang sama:

Kos elektrik yang tinggi
Perbelanjaan operasi yang semakin meningkat
Dana yang sepatutnya untuk program komuniti terpaksa digunakan untuk bil asas

Soalannya mudah:

Bagaimana jika masjid boleh menjimatkan kos setiap bulan — secara berterusan?

Di sinilah tenaga solar memainkan peranan.

Solar ANFAQA: Teknologi Bertemu Ihsan

ANFAQA membawa maksud memberi — dengan ikhlas, berterusan dan berimpak.

Melalui inisiatif ini:

Panel solar dipasang di masjid yang memenuhi kriteria teknikal
Masjid menikmati penjimatan kos elektrik jangka panjang
Lebihan dana boleh difokuskan kepada:
- Pendidikan
- Program Ihya’ Ramadan
- Bantuan asnaf
- Aktiviti belia dan komuniti

Lebih penting, masjid turut menyumbang kepada kelestarian alam sekitar — satu amanah khalifah yang sering kita bincangkan, tetapi jarang kita laksanakan secara praktikal.

28 Masjid, 1 Prinsip Yang Sama

Setiap masjid yang terlibat mempunyai kisah tersendiri.
Namun kesemuanya berkongsi satu persamaan:

👉 Keinginan untuk berfikir jauh ke hadapan.

Bukan sekadar menyelesaikan masalah hari ini,
tetapi membina sistem yang memberi manfaat untuk bertahun-tahun akan datang.

Apabila bil elektrik berkurang,
apabila tekanan kewangan berkurang,
masjid menjadi lebih fokus kepada peranannya yang sebenar — membina manusia.

Kolaborasi Yang Menghidupkan Impak

Inisiatif ini tidak berlaku secara bersendirian.

Ia terhasil melalui kolaborasi antara:

NGO yang memahami keperluan komuniti
Rakan strategik tenaga hijau
Pengurusan masjid yang terbuka kepada inovasi
Pihak yang percaya bahawa kelestarian juga satu bentuk ibadah

Apabila niat disatukan, jalan akan dibukakan.

Bagaimana Dengan Masjid Di Kawasan Anda?

Soalan ini sering kami terima:

“Masjid kami boleh ke buat macam ni juga?”

Jawapannya:
Setiap masjid ada potensi.

Yang membezakannya hanyalah:

Kesediaan untuk meneroka
Kefahaman tentang pilihan yang ada
Keinginan untuk memberi manfaat jangka panjang kepada komuniti

Kadangkala, satu perbualan awal sudah cukup untuk membuka pintu kepada perubahan besar.

Penutup: Dari Masjid, Untuk Masa Depan

Solar ANFAQA bukan tentang angka.
Ia tentang keberanian untuk bermula.

Keberanian untuk berkata:

“Masjid kami boleh jadi lebih lestari.”
“Masjid kami boleh jadi contoh.”
“Masjid kami boleh memberi lebih banyak manfaat.”

InsyaAllah, apabila masjid diperkasa,
komuniti akan terangkat,
dan kebaikan akan terus mengalir — seperti pahala jariah yang tidak terputus.

Jika masjid anda sedang memikirkan masa depan yang lebih lestari,
mulakan dengan bertanya, berbincang dan memahami pilihan yang ada.

Kadangkala, langkah kecil hari ini
adalah legasi besar untuk esok.

#SolarANFAQA #IhyaRamadan2026 #DakwahKreatif #Kelestarian #TenagaHijau #MasjidLestari #CSRWithPurpose #ImpactThatMatters #YayasanWibaPrima #GreenXperts #WeAreTheXperts