How can one get rid of intense lust towards women despite religious commitment and regret for past attempts, along with the fear of failing the divine test and the desire to remain steadfast in repentance?
It is recommended to avoid mixing with women, places of temptation, and bad company. Lowering the gaze, and seeking help through supplication and prayer are also advised. Furthermore, one should frequently read about encouragement and deterrence, accompany good people, and fill time with beneficial knowledge, useful activities, and serving Muslims. Care must be taken to utilize the internet for beneficial purposes while avoiding solitude when using it, and to program educational and entertainment programs for the family. Sincere repentance is accepted by Allah from whoever repents sincerely and engages in righteous deeds. Signs of its sincerity include regretting what has passed and the servant engaging in righteous deeds. The acceptance of repentance rests with Allah, and what is important is to abandon the sin and increase in repentance and righteous deeds.
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