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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Qada Solat
Nak langsaikan hutang solat tapi selalu tewas sebab sibuk kerja? Artikel ni share pengalaman sebenar guna app tracker dan cara qada solat terlepas secara konsisten. Dari formula ekstra setiap waktu yang kurang menjadi kat office, hinggalah jumpa breakthrough rutin 30 minit lepas Subuh yang berjaya ganti solat bertahun-tahun. Jom baca formula ringkas dan praktikal ni untuk bantu perjalanan rohani korang!

Faiz Faisal
4 days ago3 min read


Tuesday Tea: Blog Updates
Big news for film lovers! We are introducing a new segment to our blog roster called "Movie Review Encore." Starting this November, Tuesdays will now rotate between Entertainment Tea, Latest Tech, and Movie Review Encore—a dedicated space for streaming releases, catch-up reviews, and hidden film gems. Check out the full breakdown of how our weekly schedule is changing, plus where to follow my full diary on Letterboxd!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 272 min read


WDWN: Oh-November!
Welcome to October’s WDWN (What's Done, What's Next)! October was a bittersweet month of deep reflection following my aunt's passing and my uncle's hospitalization, sparking honest thoughts about aging and family. On a brighter note, I reconnected spiritually by completing all my missed prayers from last year, enjoyed weekly cinema escapes as my finances recover, and spent quality time with family. Here is my full October recap as we build momentum to close out 2026!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 263 min read


Losing Spark
Feeling stuck or losing the spark in your career after a decade? After 10 years in social media management and digital marketing, I realized I haven't lost my passion for creating—I'm just tired of endless algorithm chasing and restricted creativity. At 35, I’m sharing my honest take on career burnout, why starting over in fashion or food isn't as terrifying as it sounds, and how to know when it’s time to pivot.

Faiz Faisal
Oct 192 min read


Selfish Or Determination
Where is the line between healthy ambition and pure selfishness? For those of us who care deeply about how our choices affect others, taking big leaps can feel terrifying. In this post, we unpack determination vs. selfishness, explore how caring too much can hold you back, and look at why both the person chasing a dream and the person supporting them need to understand this grey area so messages aren't misconstrued.

Faiz Faisal
Oct 124 min read


Learning New Language
Ever suddenly felt inspired to pick up a new language out of nowhere? After binge-watching Physical 100: Mexico on Netflix, I decided to start learning Spanish! From practicing on Duolingo and chatting with AI to my ultimate dream of finally understanding Bad Bunny's lyrics instead of just blindly vibing to the beat, here is why picking up Spanish as a new hobby turned out to be the ultimate stress-reliever I needed.

Faiz Faisal
Oct 52 min read
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