As children, we’re taught the first word revealed in the Quran was “iqra” (read) in Surah Al-Alaq. If thoroughly reflected upon, we see this word comes in the surah that …
Cultivating a Growth Mindset
In my last article, I delved into resilience and bouncing back after adversity. But how can we bounce back if we are unmotivated and have low self-esteem and poor confidence? …
Building Resilience in Our Children
In a world where children constantly face new challenges — from academic pressures to social dynamics — resilience has become crucial for their overall well-being and future success. Resilience, the …
Tawakkul: Leading to the Fullest Reward
As Muslims, we believe that tawakkul, trust in and reliance on God, is one of the most important core principles and values in maintaining our spiritual identity and continued growth …
Fostering Prosocial Behavior in Our Children
In the field of developmental psychology, researchers highlight two critical objectives in parenting. The first revolves around helping our children learn prosocial behavior — using words and actions aimed at …
Parenting and Moral Education
As Muslim parents raising our children in a Western society that does not promote the values we wish to instill in our children, we must take it upon ourselves to …
Sabr: Achieving Closeness to Allah, Spiritual Growth, and Inner Peace
In Islam, “sabr” refers to the concept of patience, perseverance, and steadfastness in the face of difficulties, challenges, or hardships. This concept is different than the concept of patience in …