It’s the last week before Ramadan, and suddenly, changes happen!

Marrakech – Every Moroccan girl you know is in full-on prep mode—think of it as the spiritual version of getting ready for a summer wedding, but with more tagines and less bronzer.

Let’s be real — Ramadan is a time of deep reflection, spirituality, and community, but before we get to the peaceful prayers and wholesome family gatherings, there’s a lot of behind-the-scenes action. 

So, if you’ve ever wondered how Moroccan girls gear up for the holy month, buckle up (or, should I say, loosen up — because, honey, those ftour spreads are no joke).

Forget Black Friday — Moroccan markets in the days leading up to Ramadan are an extreme sport. 

Every girl transforms into a mix of a strategic shopper and a contestant on Supermarket Sweep. Chebakia? Check. Dates? Check. Enough harira ingredients to feed an army? Triple check.

If you don’t leave the souk with at least five bags and an existential crisis about where to store everything, you’re doing it wrong.

If you’re Moroccan, you already know — this is the real training camp. Your mom, your grandma, your nosy neighbor who somehow always knows what’s cooking — everyone is suddenly a chef, and you will be recruited. 

Even if you’ve never so much as cracked an egg in your life, this is the time to perfect your chebakia folding technique. Because trust me, no one wants to be that girl showing up to ftour with store-bought briouates.

Okay, so you’ve got the food prep down, but Ramadan isn’t just about what you eat — it’s about feeding your soul, too. 

Welcome to the pre-Ramadan cleanse. No, not a juice cleanse (though, let’s be honest, some of us should start easing into fasting with fewer iced lattes). 

This is about resetting your mindset — reading more Quran, making a mental list of all the things you want to work on, and, yes, finally setting that alarm for Fajr.

You know it’s almost Ramadan when every Moroccan girl starts eyeing her flowiest, comfiest kaftans like they’re couture. 

The month calls for modesty, but also style — because there’s something about sipping harira in a perfectly embroidered jellaba that just hits different. 

And let’s not forget the Ramadan skincare routine — glowing, hydrated, and unbothered is the ultimate vibe.

Every year, Moroccan girls go through the same inner battle: to detox or not to detox?

Some go full-on off the grid, swapping endless scrolling for Quranic podcasts. 

Others (me, I’m “others”) promise to cut back but still end up checking their phones for ftour countdown memes. 

Either way, the goal is balance — less mindless scrolling, more mindfulness.

We need to talk about the nocturnal lifestyle that is Ramadan. If you think you’re going to maintain a normal sleep schedule, think again. 

Moroccan girls know the drill — by day five, you’re either napping between prayers or running purely on suhoor vibes and sheer willpower. 

The key? Caffeine strategy. And maybe investing in blackout curtains.

Ah, ftour gatherings — the perfect time for nosy relatives to slide in with those questions. 

Moroccan girls brace themselves for the annual inquisition: “So, when’s the wedding?” “Why are you still single?” “Have you thought about settling down?” Whether you’re married, dating, or blissfully single, there’s no escaping the auntie FBI. 

Pro tip? Have a diversion tactic ready. (Hint: Ask them about their own Ramadan goals and watch them shift the conversation real quick.)

Ramadan prep isn’t just about stocking up on essentials — it’s about resetting, re-centering, and, let’s be honest, mentally preparing for 30 days of delicious food, late-night prayers, and spiritual growth. 

So whether you’re a seasoned pro or still figuring out how to fold chebakia without a crisis, just remember: this month is about you, your faith, and your journey.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with my mom’s Ramadan shopping list and a very crowded souk. Wish me luck.