For a big need in life, Muslims usually pray Salat al-Hajah — a prayer for seeking help from Allah in an important matter. It is commonly done as two rakats, followed by asking Allah for your specific need in du’a.

What people often recite

  • Salat al-Hajah for an important need or difficulty.
  • Istighfar and du’a after prayer, especially when asking for relief in worries or hardship.
  • Some people also recite short supplications for success and ease in life.

Simple way to do it

  1. Make wudu.
  2. Pray 2 rakats with sincere intention for your need.
  3. After finishing, make du’a to Allah in your own words.
  4. Ask clearly for the thing you need, with trust and patience.

Important note

There are many extra “wazifa” posts online, but the safest general answer is to stick to dua, istighfar, and a sincere nafl prayer rather than treating any one formula as guaranteed.

TL;DR: For something big in life, pray 2 rakats of Salat al-Hajah and then make heartfelt du’a for your need.