Dream - When the month of Ramadan arrives, it feels incomplete not to hold iftar together or often referred to as bukber. Whether it's with family, school or college friends, alumni friends, or colleagues. There is a feeling of happiness and impatience to be able to gather together. Because on ordinary days it may be quite difficult to gather due to different busyness. So, in this month of Ramadan, it is also for reunion and fostering relationships. Therefore, it will certainly be a moment that will always be remembered.

Therefore, it is very important to clarify the intention or purpose of the event as best as possible. Well, here are some disadvantages of holding iftar together as summarized by Dream through various sources.

The first disadvantage of frequently gathering for iftar is the possibility of missing prayer time. This can happen when, after breaking the fast, one is usually engaged in long conversations. Especially if Dream's friends have not met the people who attended the iftar for a long time. Not to mention the time-consuming photo sessions. So, usually people who attend iftar will postpone the Maghrib prayer, and even miss the Tarawih prayer.

It is not uncommon when having an iftar together in a certain place, for example, at a restaurant, there are various types of food menus that are ordered. Sometimes, there are also those who add orders because they feel it is still not enough. In fact, during iftar, it is only necessary to consume food and drinks in moderation. Because soon we will perform tarawih prayers.

So, when opening together, it is better to control yourself when enjoying the meal. Because this also has a negative impact on health. When you eat too much, your stomach feels uncomfortable and you feel lazy to perform tarawih prayer.

Often having iftar together in the month of Ramadan can also reduce quality time with family. Whereas in this month, iftar can be a moment to maximize time with beloved family. If usually Dream's friends come home at night and don't have time to talk to their family, during iftar you can give more attention to your family.

It cannot be denied, from the initial intention to gather and inquire about news. Gradually, the conversation becomes more unfocused, leading to gossip. Considering that breaking the fast is usually done together with people who are known, and even already close. So, there is a great opportunity to build a long conversation within it.

So, it's really bad if, at such a good event, we end up talking about other people's flaws. This will ruin the original purpose of the iftar event itself.

This is often experienced when having an iftar together with alumni friends or extended family. Shouldn't it be better if having an iftar with alumni friends means reminiscing about the beautiful moments during school? Then, when gathering with extended family, it is better to express longing, ask about each other's well-being, and share experiences during Ramadan.

However, this rarely happens. Most people show off their social status and achievements. Conversations like this can indirectly hurt the feelings of those who are still struggling.

"In the month of Ramadan, usually there can be more than one invitation to have iftar together. For example, iftar with extended family, iftar with colleagues, iftar with school alumni, iftar with communities, and many more. This kind of thing actually creates a wasteful lifestyle. Where every iftar gathering, Dream friends have to spend tens to hundreds of thousands of money."

"Not to mention the transportation costs, and if you already have a family, usually you also bring your spouse and children. If multiplied by several times of breaking the fast together, this is certainly very wasteful. Therefore, it is important to think wisely in considering so many invitations to break the fast together."