In a previous article I addressed smartphone addiction, a phenomenon that is a growing concern for most of modern society, including Muslims. While it is true many of us overuse …
Is Pride Muslims’ New Halloween?
For Muslims in public school, navigating Halloween and the holiday season from November until April can be difficult. That challenge has only increased with the focus on June’s Pride Month. …
Is It Abuse? Identifying the Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Spouse
I have a friend who was married for nearly a decade when her husband asked for a divorce. At the time she had three young children, was a stay-at-home mom, …
Eid Al-Adha: A Story of Sacrifice
It is the blessed month of Dhul Hijjah, a month which holds the best 10 days of the year. It is the month where we must spend our time reflecting …
The Rise of Modest Lifestyle Creators: Redefining Influence, and Why It’s So Important
For years it seemed as if the influencer space was dominated by people who looked, talked, and lived similar lives, a perception that struck me as deceptively perfect. They seemed …
The End of an Era: Are Muslim Matrimonial Apps Dead?
Since I began my writing career, I have studied the highs and lows of the Muslim matrimonial digital applications. Launched around 2014, these technologies popped up just a few years …
Protecting Land and Life: Islam’s View on the Care of our World
When it comes to Islam’s teachings about Muslims’ relationship with the natural world, Allah (SWT) has given us much to consider. In honor of Earth Day on April 22, we …
Setting the Tone for Jummah While Navigating Motherhood
For many folks, Friday is a day to look forward to. After all, it marks the end of the typical work week and serves as kick off to the weekend. …
The Boosts and Benefits of Movement: The Role Exercise Plays in Ibadah
Ramadan recently came to a close, and I pray Allah (SWT) accepts all of our fasts, time spent in worship and fellowship, prayers, and pleas for repentance. I also pray …
Allah – A Constant Companion
Wherever you are, there too is Allah. What a profound statement! It confers compassion while reminding us of His mighty attributes and clarifying our role in the deity-servant relationship. It …