What should someone who suffers from obsessive doubts do when they find extreme difficulty with the opening takbir (takbirat al-ihram) and the taslim in prayer when praying alone, and face a lesser—though still present—problem with congregational prayer to the extent of missing rak'ahs, and wishes to be rid of this distress?

To get rid of obsessive whispers (waswas), it is recommended to hold fast to the remembrance of Allah, seek protection with the two surahs of seeking refuge (Al-Mu'awwidhatayn), Ayat al-Kursi, and the morning and evening remembrances. One should also use legitimate Islamic ruqyah (definition), turn away from the whispers and not pay attention to them, perform prayers in congregation at the mosque, and be diligent in acts of obedience such as frequent remembrance of Allah and recitation of the Qur'an, especially Surahs Al-Baqarah and Al 'Imran. One must trust in Allah and rely upon Him, and avoid major sins and evil deeds, because these empower Satan.