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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Bearer Of Bad News
Ever wondered why bosses always get HR to fire people? Delivering bad news is hard, but it’s ten times harder when it’s the direct result of your own decision. As an empath who struggles to convey bad choices without getting emotional, I break down the ultimate dilemma: Is it better to deliver bad news yourself or delegate it to a neutral buffer? Here is an honest take on ownership, empathy, and keeping the peace.

Faiz Faisal
17 hours ago3 min read


If You Can't Find, Create Your Own.
Constantly scrolling through social media and wondering why everyone else seems so happy and at peace? From travel envy to lifestyle comparison, trying to replicate someone else’s highlight reel is a guaranteed recipe for burnout. In this post, we break down why happiness isn't something you "find" out in the world, why someone else's blueprint won't work for you, and how to start creating your own peace on your own terms.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 143 min read


Bernazar
Struggling to land a job or feeling stuck in life? It’s time to talk about the power of bernazar. From fasting on Mondays and Thursdays to making a vow to fast for a week straight upon landing an offer, I share my personal story of how bernazar helped me secure 99% of my career moves. Here is a heart-to-heart reminder on why we should never feel embarrassed to beg Allah SWT for our rezeki and why trusting His timing changes everything.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 73 min read


WDWN: Wake Up! It's September!
Welcome to August’s WDWN (What's Done, What's Next)! This month was all about quiet progress: heading home to Rembau after a health scare with mom, enrolling in AKPK to wipe out debt for true financial freedom, and appreciating a peaceful, close-knit social circle. Career might be a bit blurry right now, but trusting the process is key. Here is the full recap of my August journey and what I’m tackling as we close out Q3 in September!

Faiz Faisal
Aug 312 min read


Tempat Mengadu
Pernah tak korang luah masalah kat AI atau media sosial bila kat lowest point, tapi tetap rasa empty? Walaupun AI membantu untuk susun fikiran, ia tak ada empati sebenar. Artikel ni adalah gentle reminder tentang mencari tempat mengadu terbaik—daripada keseimbangan antara AI dan human interaction, hinggalah kembali meluahkan segala-galanya kepada Allah SWT yang paling memahami ciptaan-Nya.

Faiz Faisal
Aug 242 min read


Word Vomit
Ever experienced "word vomit" after holding back your thoughts for too long? When you constantly bite your tongue to avoid arguments, the emotional repression eventually leads to an uncontrollable verbal explosion. From personal relationships to workplace conflicts, here is why holding back is so dangerous, why we reach a breaking point, and how to find a middle ground before burning bridges.

Faiz Faisal
Aug 173 min read
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