Before committing a sin, do not rely on hope for forgiveness. Instead, develop a fear of punishment to deter yourself from sinning. Reflect on relevant verses and ahadith about the unseen consequences of sins—think of the horrors of Hellfire; if someone from it appeared here, their terrifying sight alone could caus
Remember the link between good and bad deeds and how each one will work against the other on the scales.
For the obedient: Strive to find a balance between fear and hope. Achieve this by considering the verses from the Quran about both the obedient and the disobedient as applying to you.
Remembering Death: Be like the person who remembers God in private, leading their eyes to flow with tears, to be among those under God's shade on the Day of Qiyama.
Repentance: Remember past sins and regret them by fearing their consequences.