Editorial
Editorial We all walk different paths of life and wear different hats- believer, daughter, wife, mother, worker, and the list goes on. Despite these differences, we all have the shared experience of facing uncertainty in our life. When certainty feels distant, our heart instinctively looks for something steady to lean on. As believers, we […]
Walyatalattaf: The Prophetic Art of Navigating Change with Emotional Intelligence
Walyatalattaf: The Prophetic Art of Navigating Change with Emotional Intelligence Guidance from Quran and Hadith interwoven into the modern world. By Dr. Rubina Haleem A few months ago, we completed 30 days of the most rigorous emotional intelligence training in the world. Only we didn’t call it that. We called it Ramadan. But when […]
Mindful Minutes: Emotional regulation
Mindful Minutes: Emotional regulation Zoha Qureshi, OK I used to wake up late for school, something that always made me anxious. I would skip breakfast trying to rush out the door to catch the bus, then spend the rest of the morning feeling disoriented because I didn’t feel put together. By lunchtime, I would […]
OLIVE TAPENADE
Health Corner Olives are perhaps most used for their oil, and everyone seems to know about the health benefits of that. This fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!) is mentioned multiple times in the Quran and in various hadith. Not just meant for consumption, but also anointing ourselves with it. As with so many other examples, […]
“Silent Revolutions: Deeds to Habits to Rewards”
“Silent Revolutions: Deeds to Habits to Rewards” By: Sister Mariam Owais Buffalo, NY One of my favorite hadith and discussions about Islam is on the topic of moderation and consistency. Islam is a faith rooted in balance and consistent actions, and as believers, we come to find that this is what Allah SWT also loves. […]
From Cradle to Community: Mothers That Shape the Future
From Cradle to Community: Mothers That Shape the Future Mahreen Yahya Introduction As Muslim women, we often find ourselves navigating the tension between what the world expects of us and what our deen calls us toward, especially when it comes to motherhood. In a time where early motherhood is frequently framed as a limitation or […]
The Perfection in Love and Fear
The Perfection in Love and Fear Aatika Choudry, NJ Is it more powerful to love God or to fear Him سُبۡحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ in terms of obedience? Which is the stronger driving force, in tune with the nature of man, his fitrah? This is the quintessential argument used by educators and parents, mental health experts and […]
BYA by Kaiser Aslam
Question: How can the teachings of the Prophet SAW guide us in addressing the social, spiritual, and emotional challenges faced by Muslim-American youth? Which examples from his Seerah, especially his interactions with young Sahaba, can inform more effective and compassionate communication? Answer by Kaiser Aslam, Muslim Chaplain at the Center for Islamic Life at […]
Raising Imam Al-Shafi’i on the Prophetic Path
Her Sacrifice, His Legacy: Raising Imam Al-Shafi’i on the Prophetic Path Afshan Raja “I don’t understand why you won’t agree. It’s a better school, has a rigorous curriculum, and many of their students head to Ivy League colleges.” Amina leaned forward, her voice tightening with concern. “You know when Ukasha came over the other day, […]
Divine Surrender
Divine Surrender A reflection on patient surrender and the quiet ways Allah SWT carries us through when life unfolds Author: Sheema Syed, Urbana, IL When we reflect back on life, some of the moments that changed us most for the better were not the ones when life made the most sense. There were times when […]
