{"_id":"681a66ab4df5104f0b4def81","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"How can one live with a sibling that is a bad influence if one should strive to be in good company?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"The question I have is regarding the hadeeth where Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) said that a man is upon the deen of his khaleel. If I had a brother (muslim, older) with multiple bad habits and these habits affect me whether I like it or not,. No matter what I can see he takes some of my good and I take some of his bad. How do I approach this situation and move forward?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Your concern is understandable because the people we surround ourselves with influence us, whether consciously or unconsciously. Since this is your brother, completely distancing yourself may not be an option. However, you should set boundaries to limit your exposure to his bad habits. Avoid engaging in conversations or activities that negatively affect you, and focus on strengthening your own faith so that you are less likely to absorb negative traits from others.\\n\\nAt the same time, strive to be a source of positive influence for him by encouraging better habits through your actions and sincere advice. Continue to pray for both him and yourself. Remember that maintaining family ties and protecting your faith are both important, but if there is a conflict between the two, safeguarding your faith should take priority.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668da0320b76658b4c2330a7","tag":"Worship: Tazkiyyah","count":87},{"_id":"668da0830b76658b4c23393f","tag":"Relationships: Sibling","count":29}],"createdOn":"2025-05-06T19:44:43.562Z"}