اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel overwhelmed by a sense of sadness stemming from a lack of productivity, or when you find yourself struggling with lethargy and a feeling of not achieving your potential. It's a powerful supplication to turn to when these feelings weigh heavily on your heart and mind.
How to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite. Say it with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of each phrase and truly seeking Allah's help. Raise your hands if you can, as is customary when making dua, and reflect on the specific burdens you are asking Allah to relieve you from. Repeat it regularly, especially during times of struggle.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses several key spiritual and emotional states that can lead to feelings of unproductivity and sadness. By seeking refuge in Allah from distress (hamm) and sorrow (hazan), you are asking Him to lift the heavy emotional weight. Seeking refuge from incapacity ('ajz) and laziness (kasal) helps combat the physical and mental inertia that prevents action. This protection from laziness is crucial for overcoming the feeling of being unproductive.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.) Reported by Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him). **Context:** This was a frequent supplication of the Prophet ﷺ, indicating its immense importance in seeking Allah's protection against common human struggles that can impede one's ability to function and feel fulfilled.