اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ وَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
O Allah, I hope for Your mercy, so do not entrust me to my soul for the blink of an eye, and set right all my affairs. There is none worthy of worship except You.
Allahumma rahmataka arju fala takilni ila nafsi tarfata 'ayn, wa aslih li sha'ni kullahu, la ilaha illa Ant.
When to Read
The feeling of isolation often creeps in during long hours spent alone, detached from the communal buzz of a traditional office. When you find yourself feeling the weight of solitude, perhaps during a quiet lunch break, after a video call, or as the workday winds down, this is an excellent time to turn to Allah. It's especially potent when you feel a sense of longing for connection or a dip in motivation because of the lack of immediate companionship. Make this dua a regular part of your remote work routine – perhaps at the start of your day, or when you take breaks – to anchor your heart to Allah and remind yourself that true companionship and support come from Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with full presence of mind and heart. Understand the profound meaning of each phrase: You are expressing your absolute reliance on Allah's mercy and explicitly asking Him not to abandon you to your own devices, even for the briefest moment. This shows humility and a deep awareness of your need for Him. While reciting, reflect on how Allah is always present, always hearing, and always capable of mending your affairs, including your emotional state. You can recite it silently to yourself or audibly, whatever helps you focus. Performing two rak'ahs of optional prayer before making this dua can further enhance its impact, grounding your request in worship.
Virtues & Benefits
The primary benefit of this dua is **connecting your heart to Allah as your ultimate source of solace and companionship.** When you express your hope in His mercy and admit your utter dependence on Him, you are essentially opening yourself to His divine support. The Prophet ﷺ taught us that seeking Allah's help in our affairs is a sign of true *tawakkul* (reliance). By asking Allah to "set right all my affairs," you are entrusting Him with your emotional well-being, your productivity, and your social needs, knowing that He is the Best Disposer of Affairs. This dua provides an antidote to the feeling of being alone, reminding you that Allah is always with you, closer than your jugular vein (Quran 50:16). It cultivates **inner peace and contentment**, replacing feelings of loneliness with a profound sense of divine presence and care.
Source & Authentication
The full hadith is narrated by Abu Bakrah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "The supplications for one who is in distress are: > **Arabic:** اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ وَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ > > **Translation:** "O Allah, I hope for Your mercy, so do not entrust me to my soul for the blink of an eye, and set right all my affairs. There is none worthy of worship except You." > > — Sunan Abi Dawud 5090