The Deenspiration Podcast

Celal Al a.k.a. Abdurrahman Gazi from the Ertugrul/Osman drama series discusses life, his Islamic faith, and acting.

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Celal Al a.k.a. Abdurrahman Gazi from the Ertugrul/Osman drama series discusses life, his Islamic faith, and acting.

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Register for 'Transform My Prayer' Ramadan Edition 2022 (with a discount + a freebie!): https://www.deenspiration.com/transformmyprayer This week we're joined by Iqbal Nasim. He's an educator, writer, speaker, former investment banker and non-profit leader, and a Hafidh of Qur'an. Iqbal has a long-standing passion for aiding Muslims lead more meaningful, purposeful, God-centred lives.

After a decade as CEO of the National Zakat Foundation, Iqbal's focus has turned to creating and delivering transformational educational experiences through his courses on salat, the Qur'an, and leadership.

In this episode we discuss his journey briefly, and then dive into the mindset shift we must make if we want to improve the quality of our daily salat, and deepen our relationship with Allah.

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Studying Islam, memorising Qur'an, poetry, a potential rap career, Ertugrul, Surah Yusuf, and deep personal questions! This podcast episode with Ustadh Shabbir Hassan has a lot going on!

Learn about his journey and what inspired him to write his book 'A Beautiful Patience: 40 Life Lessons from Surah Yusuf', and listen as both Shabbir and Usman play a fun game using the 'Reflection Deck' by Towards Faith.

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This week Shahbaz Mirza, founder of Towards Faith joins us to discuss their brand new Faith & Focus Morning and Evening Journal, and the power behind utilising the morning and evening to supercharge your spiritual productivity.

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Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed discusses the pros and cons of online Islamic learning and whether or not it matches up to traditional studying.

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Shaykh Ruzwan, author of the iSyllabus Islamic Studies programme joins us to discuss whether it's possible to maintain traditional Islamic learning online.

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Spiritual mindset coach Zahra Aljabri joins us to discuss the mindset shift we must make in order to transform our du'as and relationship with Allah.

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Shaykh Abdullah Oduro from Yaqeen Institute discusses the significance of the 5 pillars of Islam to our way of life as Muslims, and how to rediscover our true purpose.

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Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed shares powerful advice on how a believer's mindset should be during hardships such as the global coronavirus pandemic.

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Sarah Sultan & Najwa Awad from Yaqeen Institute join us to discuss how negative thoughts and past traumas can affect our relationship with Allah.

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In this episode, Shaykh Ibraheem Menk discusses 4 attributes of Allah: Al Haafidh, Al Hafeedh, Al Qareeb and Al Mujeeb, and shares a beautiful reminder about the closeness of Allah to us.

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Ustadh Yahya Raaby joins us for an inspiring episode all about the Qur'an and its many wonders and blessings, and shares with us tips on how we utilise the Book of Allah (swt) as a tool for purifying our hearts.

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Nilly Naseer-Farooqui gets real and shares her personal experiences with music, dancing and other hobbies that were holding her back from feeling spiritually awake and close to God.

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Youssra Kamel Kandil joins us to share some amazing advice on how we can increase both our love for Allah (swt), and His love for us - His Servants.

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In Part 1 of this two-part podcast, we're joined by Ustadh Wisam Sharieff who shares with us an incredible system for Quranic Transformation.

By combining self-development techniques (mind, body and soul) with supplications from the Quran, as well as a strategic goal setting framework, Ustadh Wisam gives you the tools that will empower you to develop a complete 'Quranic Lifestyle' that is unique to you.

This means that not only will you be able to memorise, recite and reflect upon the Book of Allah, but every part of your life

During this episode we cover the foundations of Quranic Transformation, and in Part 2 we dive deeper into the components of self-development in relation to living an Islamic lifestyle.

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Dunia Shuaib shares some essential tips on how to enhance love, peace and harmony between spouses in a relationship, and some of the common reasons why many couples lack a strong emotional connection and pure love between one another.

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 In this episode, we're joined by Shaykh Zoheeb Iqbal – co-founder of the Al Falaah Academy in Scotland.

Al-Falaah Academy is an institute of advanced Islamic education, in the central south side of Glasgow.

While almost all of us feel the "buzz" and spiritual enlightenment that Ramadan brings, we often forget to stop and ponder over the immense rewards and virtues associated with the blessed month. Understanding the purpose of fasting and how beloved it is to Allah SWT will not only motivate us to try harder during Ramadan, but also aim to fast voluntarily throughout the year.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN * How can we get in the correct Ramadan mindset? * What can we do if we weren't fully prepared for Ramadan and now feel slightly overwhelmed? * The importance of having a schedule during Ramadan. * 5 amazing gifts that Allah SWT gives to the fasting person. * What if you're in despair and feel that your sins are far too much. and that Allah SWT won't forgive you this month? * An incredible story of forgiveness from the time of Prophet Musa (as). * How just one small consistent act of worship could completely transform your Ramadan. * What if you don't have time to do lots of extra worship during Ramadan? * How transforming your intentions can turn every day activities into an act of worship. * What's more important, reciting the Qur'an in Arabic or reading a translation? * And a fun rapid fire round with Shaykh Zoheeb!

       RELATED EPISODES * Health and Fitness in Ramadan (feat. Amina Khan)

Exploring the Wonders of Ramadan (feat. Shahbaz Mirza – Ramadan Legacy)
Preparing for Ramadan (feat. Shaykh Amer Jamil)
How to Have a Meaningful Ramadan (feat. Shaykh Suleiman Hani)

RELATED POSTS * The Ultimate Ramadan Du'a List * Laylatul-Qadr: 10 Tips for the Last 10 Nights of Ramadan * 7 Easy Ways to Earn More Rewards in Ramadan

LINKS & RESOURCES * Visit the Al-Falaah Academy Website * Follow Al-Falaah Academy on Facebook * Follow Al-Falaah Academy on Instagram * Follow Shaykh Zoheeb on Facebook * Follow Shaykh Zoheeb on Instagram

        Shaykh Zoheeb Iqbal After completing the six-year intensive Alimiyyah programme at the prestigious College of Higher Islamic Education (Darul Uloom Al Arabiyyah Al Islamiyyah) in Holcombe, Bury (UK), Shaykh Zoheeb co-founded the organisation Al-Falaah with the aim of meeting the growing needs of students and professionals in Scotland.

The progression and expansion of this organisation lead to the establishment of Al Falaah Academy, an institute of advanced Islamic education, in the central south side of Glasgow.

Find our more about Shaykh Zoheeb here.

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 Learn How to Manage, Focus, Energy, Sleep and Good Health During Ramadan (and Even Promote Weight Loss!)  In this episode, were joined by Dr. Sahira Dar and Adeel Ibrahim from the Pure Remedy Hijama and Wellbeing Clinic in Glasgow, Scotland.

Pure Remedy is the first and longest standing Hijama clinic in Scotland, providing a safe and relaxing environment for hijama (wet cupping) treatments and consultations related to nutrition, fitness and wellbeing

Combined, both Dr. Sahira and brother Adeel Ibrahim have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the medical, sports science, well-being and alternative medicine fields (e.g. hijama) which are utilised to provide a range of services to their clients.

During the episode we discuss a range of practical tips for keeping fit, healthy and super-energised during Ramadan in order to survive those long days of fasting without feeling the crash.

WHAT YOULL LEARN * Who are Dr. Sahira Dar and Adeel Ibrahim? * What happens to your body when youre fasting? * Why is it important to pay attention to ones nutrition during Ramadan? * The best foods to eat for suhoor and iftar * The type of foods to avoid during Ramadan * The ideal way to eat in order to lose weight during Ramadan * The recommended number of calories to consume between iftar and suhoor * Macro-nutrient timing and scientific studies related to fasting * The attitude we should have towards food during Ramadan * The mistake most Muslims make at the time of ftar * Should we maintain our fitness regimes during Ramadan? * What are the best times to workout? * The importance of movement and exercise while fasting * How the Prophet (pbuh) used to break his fast * Tips on how to manage sleep during Ramadan * The REAL priority and mindset we should establish during Ramadan * The importance of understanding your own body and needs * Plus a fun rapid fire round at the end of the show!

       **PURE REMEDY HIJAMA CLINIC** * Visit the Pure Remedy Website

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RELATED EPISODES * Health and Fitness in Ramadan (feat. Amina Khan) * Exploring the Wonders of Ramadan (feat. Shahbaz Mirza Ramadan Legacy) * Preparing for Ramadan (feat. Shaykh Amer Jamil) * How to Have a Meaningful Ramadan (feat. Shaykh Suleiman Hani)

RELATED POSTS * 5 healthy Suhoor Recipes * Reaping Rewards in the Remainder of Ramadan

        Adeel Ibrahim (BSc Sports Science) Adeel is one of the most recommended hijama practitioners in Scotland .

He has been taught and certified by two of the U.K’s leading teachers and was one of the first to offer the Hijama treatment in Scotland. He is also trained in Tibb Unani a holistic traditional system of medicine as well as counselling.

As a sports scientist, sports coach and health enthusiast, Adeel is very passionate and knowledgeable in nutrition, the wholefood diet, along with the need for raw unprocessed foods and the health benefits in juicing veg and fruit. From a young age he had a thirst to learn about Prophetic and Traditional Medicine, collecting books, researching and attending lectures and seminars on wellbeing.

        Dr. Sahira Dar (MBChB, MRCGP) Dr Sahira Dar is a health specialist in the broadest possible terms.

She studied medicine at the University of Glasgow but soon after graduating she realised that modern medicine as taught in the West does not necessarily have all of the answers so she began to research alternative therapies, both Eastern and Western, to give her a more holistic approach through a better understanding of the self.

Having completing her hospital training in 2002, she has been working as a General Practitioner in Glasgow for 4 years now so she is in the privileged position of being able to understand what is right and wrong with modern medicine from the inside.

The Pure Remedy Clinic is the culmination of a journey which has seen her gain knowledge and experience in Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Herbalism, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Hijama Therapy.

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 In this episode were joined by teacher, speaker, author and recently the founder of the ***Muslimahs*** ***Renaissance**,* Ustadha Alima Ashfaq and her husband, Hafiz Zahid Minhas.

With a passion for reviving a balanced narrative on the role of Muslim women, Ustadha Alima launched the Muslimahs Renaissance a movement to rediscover the spirit of the prophetic and Qur’anic narrative in respect to gender.

Its ethos believes that if we cultivate communities where men and women are allies, we can decrease the rates of domestic violence, youth related crimes and gender based violence.

This is based on the verse:

“The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give zakah and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those – Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. Sūrah At-Tawbah, 9:71

The project also aims to empower men to appreciate their roles and play a role in nurturing a healthy society with women as their allies in the truest sense; as an empowered, educated and spiritually aware woman can have a positive impact in society.

WHAT YOULL LEARN In this episode, we cover the following:

Who is Alima Ashfaq and what does she do?
Who is Zahid Minhas and what does he do?
Why is the conversation around Muslim women such a hot topic these days?
How does Zahid support his wife Alima as she carries out her work, and why?
Do we really need more education on the topic of gender roles in Islam and our society?
How are women treated in todays society, and how does this differ to the time of the Prophet (pbuh)?
How have some cultural beliefs and practices belittled the rights of women?
Some people believe Islamic is a misogynistic religion. Is this true, and why do they believe this?
Why are Islamic events so male dominated. Shouldnt women be allowed to speak publicly?
What do the Quran and Sunnah really say about gender roles in Islam and society?
What about the idea of feminism?
Is there a lack of female scholarship among our communities today?
Who are some examples of powerful women in our history?

And some random facts about Alima & Zahid during our rapid fire round!

   RELATED EPISODES * EP 23: Life, Leadership & Purpose (feat. Zara Mohammed)

LINKS & RESOURCES * Alima Ashfaq on Facebook * Alima Ashfaq on Instagram * The Muslimahs Renaissance Website * The Muslimahs Renaissance Facebook Page

         About Alima Ashfaq Chereen Therapist and Life Coach is the Founder of Dear Chereen.

After obtaining a masters of science in Counselling and Certification in Life Coaching, she realised that words offered immense healing and motivation. She enjoys writing to nspire, because she truly believes that words are the gateway to our hearts, souls and minds.

She wants you to remember that you are wonderful.

Get in touch with Chereen at info@dearchereen.com

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 In this episode, we're joined by therapist and life-coach, Chereen, from the popular ***Dear Chereen*** advice column.

Dear Chereen is an online safe space, known for being a haven for healing, inspiration, and support through their written work and regular Q&A sessions.

Having observed Chereen and her team conduct regular Q&A's on their Instagram page, we wanted to speak with her to dig deeper into the art of giving advice; the do's and don'ts, the who's, what's and the why's.

As Muslims, and as humans, we are social beings by our very nature. We seek acceptance, love, comfort and value time with others. Naturally, we also experience periods of hardship and sorrow, and can find ourselves in need to sharing our feelings with others.

While on the receiving end, how do we ensure that we're providing the best support we can and truly remain sincere?

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN * In this episode, we cover the following: * Chereen's story and why she embarked on a journey of helping others * Dear Chereen – what is it, how does it work, and how can we get involved? * The importance of learning the art of giving advice correctly and sincerely * What are some guidelines for providing support to those in desperate need? * The importance of understanding everyone's unique needs * Do you need to be qualified in order to give advice, e.g. via online platforms? * How the Prophet (s) used to help and support others * Chereen's recommended book on this topic * A personal case by brother Usman on what happened when he applied these techniques * How Chereen coped with the sudden death of her father * The two most common topics / themes that Chereen notices among the questions she receives

       Today's Ayah of the Day      No disaster strikes except by permission of Allah . And whoever believes in Allah – He will guide his heart. And Allah is Knowing of all things. [Qur'an – 64:11]        View on Quran.com    Listen to Recitation         RELATED EPISODES * Sadness & Anxiety in Islam (feat. Hafsa)

Mental Health – An Islamic Perspective (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed)

RELATED POSTS * Golden Life Advice by Imam Ibn al-Qayyim * In My Loneliest Moment I Found Allah * Hardships Can Make us Shine

LINKS & RESOURCES * The Dear Chereen Blog & Advice Column * Dear Chereen on Instagram

        About Chereen Chereen – Therapist and Life Coach – is the Founder of 'Dear Chereen'.

After obtaining a master's of science in Counselling and Certification in Life Coaching, she realised that words offered immense healing and motivation. She enjoys writing to nspire, because she truly believes that words are the gateway to our hearts, souls and minds.

She wants you to remember that you are wonderful.

Get in touch with Chereen at info@dearchereen.com

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 OCD obsessive compulsive disorder is a common anxiety disorder which can cause unwanted, uncontrollable thoughts, doubts and behaviours. In the context of religion and practising daily worship, struggling with OCD can become an experience much too overburdening for an individual, and create a cycle of deep frustration, guilt, doubt, and much more.

In this deeply insightful podcast episode, were joined by sister Meanha from Inspirited Minds a charity dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding Mental Health particularly within Muslim communities and providing an assortment of resources for those who wish to learn more, or need personal support.

Sponsoring this episode is FOSIS the Federation of Student Islamic Societies who during the 2018/19 academic year are running an ambitious Mental Health campaign (#MindOverChatter) to also help educate and support Muslim students on mental health issues.

What Youll Learn * Who is Meanha Begum and what is Inspirited Minds * What is FOSIS and what does the #MindOverChatter campaign involve? * What it OCD and the various ways in which it may manifest within an individual? * Are there any tell-tale signs that one may be suffering from OCD? * Is there a difference between being obsessively clean, and a genuine OCD disorder? * Is there a difference between whisperings of Shaytan and irrational OCD-related thoughts? * What are some common examples of how a Muslim might display OCD behaviour during their daily worship? * The importance of striking a balance between external and internal solutions * An incredibly eye-opening personal case study from a brother who suffers from extreme OCD * Practical steps towards overcoming OCD behaviour and where to learn more

Related Episodes * EP 17: Mental Health An Islamic Perspective (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed) * EP 18: Sadness & Anxiety in Islam (feat. Hafsa)

This Weeks Ayah of the Day Want to understand more about this incredible Surah, and why its great to reflect upon during times of sadness? Check out this brilliant video by Shaykh Tawfique Chowdhury.

Useful Links and Resources * Inspirited Minds official Website * FOSIS official website * FOSIS Mind Over Chatter (Mental Health Campaign) Official Website

Social Media Links * Inspirited Minds on Facebook * Inspirited Minds on Twitter * Inspirited Minds on Instagram * Inspirited Minds on YouTube * FOSIS on Facebook * FOSIS #MindOverChatter Facebook Page * FOSIS on Twitter * FOSIS on Instagram

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SUBSCRIBE Mind Over Chatter is a mental health campaign aiming to instigate dialogue between Muslim students to discuss issues related to any aspect of mental health. Mental illness affects more people every year than cancer or heart disease and tends to start during your teenage years or in your early 20s. We therefore want to tackle the stigma which is prevalent in the Muslim community and allow free uninhibited discussions to take place, in order to transform the lives of many.

Share your personal experiences so that others can understand the picture. You may have looked after a family member, experienced depression or anxiety yourself, or have tips you’ve learnt from others that can improve ones mood.

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      Meanha Begum Communications Manager - Inspirited Minds

Meanha is the communications manager of Inspirited Minds, and is currently studying Islamic Psychology. By profession, she is an A&E mental health liaison worker, and in her spare time is an active fundraiser, youth worker and masjid event organiser.

(Disclaimer: Meanha is not a qualified mental health professional)

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 Good Intentions, Guilty Feelings & Numerous Rewards This week’s episode is one that we’re sure so many of us can relate to.

Have you ever felt sad, frustrated or hopeless when you’re unable to do as many good deeds as you’d like to? Maybe you think that you’re not a good enough Muslim for Allah to love you, or for you to attain Paradise?

For many of us, this thought often remains at the back of our minds, and as time goes on we become more and more frustrated that we simply aren’t doing as much as we’re “supposed to” with regards to our worship.

Without doubt, performing numerous good deeds in our lifetime is a goal that all Muslims should aim for. And yes, some deeds merit greater rewards and blessings than others, and of those, the Prophet (pbuh) did specify a number in order to attain those rewards. Striving for Allah’s sake is, after all, a foundation of our Deen

However, by convincing ourselves that our worship – in the eyes of Allah – is measured only by its quantity, we are doing ourselves a great disservice. In fact, this is a misunderstanding on our part.

We bypass the fact that Allah (swt) looks at our intentions and sincerest efforts, even if those intentions weren’t able to flourish into great actions. We forget the numerous examples in the Quran and Sunnah which points to actions which, in our eyes may seem small, but were rewarded multi-fold by Allah (swt).

We forget that the great companion Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas (ra), simply because he forgave everyone and removed any ounce of resentment towards others in his heart before sleeping every night.

We forget the prostitute who was forgiven by Allah (swt) because she gave water to a thirsty dog.

As numerous as these examples may be we still remain guilty that, for whatever genuine reason, we cannot perform a good deeds that we planned to do. It really pulls down our spirits, and for some of us who remain busy around the clock, it becomes inevitable that we give up completely.

What Worship Looks Like This week’s podcast episode was inspired by the following Facebook status by Ustadha Maryam Amir.

Maryam Amir shares with us what being close to Allah truly looks like

This status really hits home, and draws our attention to the fact that even our mundane, everyday duties can earn us an incredible amount of rewards.

RELATED EPISODE: Intention Hacking – Turn Everyday Activities into an Act of Worship

Quality Over Quantity During this episode, we also share a heartfelt blog post written by sister Amsal Rahim, in which she describes her deep sense if remorse after being unable to worship as she’d intended during her stay in Madinah, in Ramadan.

After narrated her experience and sharing an honest reflection, Amsal concluded by beautifully reminding us that no deed is overlooked by Allah (swt), even the smallest ones.

Also in This Episode During this week’s show we also shared stories submitted by you – our listeners – on our Instagram Page.

These stories show us that we all struggle to keep up, and we all want to do more for Allah (swt).

Today’s Ayah of the Day – Chapter 64, verse 16 Listen on Your Smartphone You can click on the podcast player at the top of this page, or choose to listen for free on your smartphone via the following apps:

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 For many of us, social media makes up a large part of our lives. We spend countless hours scrolling through our apps, consuming information (some of which we shouldn't be!), and can often find ourselves getting a little too carried away at times. It's no secret that improper use of social media can cause an inability to focus, a lack of productivity, a huge amount of wasted time, potential mental health issues, among many other things.

On the flip side, social media can also benefit us in a multitude of ways. So, how do we find the balance?

In this episode, we're joined by Omar Usman – founder of the Fiqh of Social Media – who dives deep with us into the discussion of creating a healthy use of social media in our lives.

In particular, we discuss how an improper use of social media may have a negative effect on our worship and spirituality.

What You'll Learn * Who is Omar Usman, and what is the Fiqh of Social Media blog all about? * What are some common side effects of uncontrollable phone addiction? * How can social media negatively affect us in a spiritual sense? * Can you still use social media and be a good, practising Muslim? * Is it realistic to totally switch out of all social media apps? * The importance of "white space" and the science behind it * Do you always need a religious justification to use social media? * What are Omar's 4 practical steps for learning how to balance the use of social media?

This Week's Ayah of the Day

Know that the life of this world is but amusement and diversion and adornment and boasting to one another and competition in increase of wealth and children – like the example of a rain whose [resulting] plant growth pleases the tillers; then it dries and you see it turned yellow; then it becomes [scattered] debris. And in the Hereafter is severe punishment and forgiveness from Allah and approval. And what is the worldly life except the enjoyment of delusion. [Qur'an – 57:20]

Useful Links and Resources * The Fiqh of Social Media blog * Omar Usman's website * Related Lecture: "Islamic Principles Of Friendship In The Social Media Age" * Book Omar Usman for a speaking engagement

Free Downloads Download the '40 Hadith on Social Media' eBook

Omar's Social Media Links * Twitter * Instagram * YouTube

       iTunes Review of the Week  *"After listening to several episodes on some important topics for many hours, I find this podcast very relevant and useful because of the practical advice and motivational content which is convenient while travelling. Highly recommend this as a self-help audio content. Good substitute for music. You are what you listen to.  Jazakallahu khairan."* *– Mohsin99 (UK)*

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        Omar Usman Founder - Fiqh of Social Media

Omar Usman is from Dallas, TX. He is a technology consultant and a certified leadership trainer and speaker through the John Maxwell team. He has worked professionally in a number of different capacities with Islamic organizations and businesses such as Qalam Institute, Bayyinah Institute, MuslimMatters, and Productive Muslim. He is a co-host of the Debt Free Muslims Podcast, and has spoken at Islamic centers, universities, and conventions all across North America on topics such as leadership, professional development, public speaking, Khateeb training, and the Fiqh of Social Media. He writes regularly at usmanconsulting.com and ibnabeeomar.com. * Facebook * Twitter

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  As young students and professionals, many of us spend much of our time searching the internet for the secrets to success. What makes billionaires so successful? What are their routines? Their habits? What could I do to implement their success?

We often forget, however, that Allah (swt) sent a man upon this Earth as the best example for mankind to follow – the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).

In this episode, Mohammed Faris joins us to dig deep in trying to understand how Muhammad (pbuh), the most successful man in history, spent his day and the lessons we can extract from his daily habits.

Mohammed Faris is the author of ‘The Productive Muslim: Where Faith Meets Productivity.’ He completed his BSc and MSc in social science and law at the University of Bristol. Over the past few years, Mohammed explored the topic of how Islam can teach us productivity. Through his website ProductiveMuslim.com, he provides resources and training aligned with Islamic ethics and values to answer that very question.

What Youll Learn * Who is Mohammed Faris? * What is Productive Muslim? * Whats the big deal with routines, and why should we have one? * Is there benefit in following the routines of modern day successful people? * The morning routine of the Prophet ﷺ what did he do from the moment he woke up? * The importance of strong morning routines and how they can positively change our lives * Can a 1400 year old routine apply to us today? What about all of the new challenges we face in the 21st century? * Mohammeds tip on how someone can immediately improve their daily routine * Which habit / routine has made the greatest impact on Mohammeds life * What is the free course about the Prophetic Routine on the Productive Muslim website, and how can people access it?

This Weeks Ayah of the Day

And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds. [Quran 21:107]

Useful Links and Resources * The Productive Muslim Website * The Prophetic Routine (Free Video Course)

Social Media Links * Facebook * Twitter * Instagram * YouTube

       iTunes Review of the Week  *Fantastic podcast MashAllah, incredibly beneficial and candid, not shying away from the issues that the Muslim community needs to hear about! Done very professionally too so I’d definitely share this podcast with friends and family as it’s a great spiritual boost particularly during commutes and whenever you have some free time. Shehroze Khan*

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          FEATURED BOOK: The Productive Muslim Where Faith Meets Productivity Ever wondered if theres a practical way to lead a productive lifestyle that combines the best of Islamic tradition and modern psychology and science? In The ProductiveMuslim Mohammed Faris, the founder of ProductiveMuslim.com, provides this practical framework that helps urban global Muslims lead a productive lifestyle  Spiritually, Physically, and Socially.

BUY NOW        Mohammed Faris CEO, Leading Productive Lives LLC

Mohammed Faris is a productivity coach, author, and speaker who helps executives, professionals, and entrepreneurs achieve their personal and professional goals whilst maintaining peak performance and balance across their roles. He’s the founder of ProductiveMuslim.com and author of the new book “The Productive Muslim: Where Faith Meets Productivity.

He has delivered seminars and workshops at numerous events in over 15 countries including UK, US, Malaysia, Singapore, Switzerland, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia as well as featured on international media and on the TEDx stage. Over 20,000 people have attended his workshops and he continues to inspire millions of followers online.

In 2014, the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre added him to the World’s 500 Most Influential Muslims list. And in 2016, the Dubai Government awarded him the 2016 Islamic Economy Award in the Media category for his valuable contribution to the development of the global Islamic Economy.

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       **Reflecting Upon the Deeper Meanings of the Blessed Month** **Learn about Shahbaz Mirza’s most transformational Ramadan experience**

In this inspiring episode of ‘Heart 2 Heart’, we’re joined by Shahbaz Mirza – founder and CEO of the brilliant Ramadan Legacy brand.

After experiencing an incredibly transformational Ramadan a few years ago, Shahbaz set out on a mission to help Muslims experience the best Ramadan of their lives year in, year out. Bringing together a talented team of like-hearted individuals, Shahbaz lead the development of the Ramadan Legacy App which brought a helpful ‘Ramadan Companion’ into the pocket of hundreds of thousands of Muslims across the globe.

What you’ll learn in this episode: * Shahbaz’s best Ramadan experience ever and how it changed his life * The immense rewards associated with fasting * How Ramadan reconnects us with Allah * The question Shahbaz asked himself before experiencing his best Ramadan ever * How to carry the Barakah of Ramadan throughout the rest of the year

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       **Personal Ramadan Reflections, Top Productivity Tips & Fun Facts!** **How does Shaykh Amer Jamil approach the blessed month of Ramadan?**

In this uplifting episode of ‘Heart 2 Heart’, we’re joined by Shaykh Amer Jamil – an Islamic Scholar and Islamic Family Law expert and consultant.

Having travelled across various countries to seek knowledge from some of the world’s most respected scholars, learning a variety of Islamic sciences and traditions, Shaykh Amer has had his fair share of cultural experiences.

As the blessed month of Ramadan approaches, Shaykh Amer shares with us one of his most memorable and spiritually uplifting Ramadan experiences whilst on his travels as a student. In doing so, he also shares with us an incredibly important piece of advice that one of his teachers shared with him and his classmates on how to maximise productivity during the blessed month.

During the rapid round of questions at the end of the episode, we also learn some personal facts about Shaykh Amer including his favourite hobbies, the weirdest question somebody’s ever asked him, his hidden talent, and some valuable words of wisdom and life advice.

What you’ll learn in this episode: * What Ramadan means to Shaykh Amer * Stories of Shaykh’s Ramadan experiences from childhood * The best Ramadan experience Shaykh has ever had, and why it was so amazing. * The beauty of performing deeds in congregation (especially in Ramadan) * The one thing Shaykh Amer does every year before Ramadan, and why it helps him so much. * The best advice Shaykh Amer has ever received * The best advice Shaykh Amer has for others.

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        More Ramadan Videos from Shaykh Amer           **Links and resources:** * Shaykh Amer Jamil on Facebook

‘The Good Life’ series by Shaykh Amer on YouTube (short video reminders)
The iSyllabus Islamic Studies Course

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        Shaykh Amer Jamil Islamic Scholar / Co-founder - Isyllabus

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  **Muslim Women. Breaking Barriers. Changing Perspectives.**  **How does a young Muslim woman from Scotland end up as the leader of over 100,000 Muslim students?**

In this inspiring episode of 'Heart 2 Heart', we're joined by the wonderful Zara Mohammed – a leader and role model who's passionate about empowering young voices and supporting women in her community.

In 2016, Zara was successfully elected as the President of the largest umbrella organisation for Muslim students in the UK and Ireland – FOSIS (Federation of Student Islamic Societies) – making her the first female leader of its 100,000+ students.

Founded in 1963, FOSIS is a broad and diverse body that aims to serve and represent Muslim students in further and higher education. It is the backbone of Islamic societies across the country; annually distributing tens of thousands of freshers packs, organising dozens of annual national and international speakers tours, providing outstanding training and continuous support, advice and resources to ISocs / MSAs on a daily basis and organising a variety of socials, dinners, camps and sports tournaments.

Zara sits with Usman to discuss her eventful journey in the lead up to her presidency, her role as a Muslim women in society and as a leader, as well as some of the challenges she faced along the way.

What you'll learn in this episode: * Zara's story on becoming the first ever female President of FOSIS * What inspired Zara to take on such a leading role as a young Scottish Muslim woman * The challenges Zara faced on her journey * The important factors that are involved in leadership, taking risks and helping to change other's lives. * The importance of self development, maintaining spirituality and keeping good company. * Zara's advice for other young Muslim women with regards to taking on leadership roles and taking risks * An assortment of random facts about Zara during the 'Rapid Fire Round' of questions at the end of the episode

Related: Listen to Zara discuss the importance of balancing studies and spirituality whilst being part of a University Islamic Society

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        **Links and resources:** * The Federation of Student Islamic Societies

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*by Usman Majid* Its that time of year again.

Those spine-tingling Ramadan vibes are taking over you more each day as you realise that the blessed month is just around the corner. The memories of family iftars, heart-melting Taraweeh prayers and the spiritual buzz your soul has been longing for are adding to the anticipation. The thoughts of losing yourself within the pages of the Quran by day and praying to your Lord by night are comforting you, knowing that youll have another chance to take a break from life and focus on your heart.

But wait! Not so fast

Arent you a busy student, frantically flicking through your books as you drag yourself through exam season? Arent you a working professional with more unfinished to-dos than you could care to count? Arent you a tired parent stressing out over 1001 things to take care of at home? Arent you a teenager with all of those incredibly addictive pastimes, the best of which are releasing just before Ramadan?

At this point you might be feeling slightly overwhelmed thinking, Hold on, hes right how on Earth am I going to have a productive Ramadan with everything thats going on?

I feel you, my friend. I feel you. But hey, thats why you started reading this blog, right? You want a solution?

I gotchu. Keep reading.

Here are 2 facts:

Fact 1: regardless of how busy you are, you CAN still have an epic Ramadan experience.

Fact 2: if you dont approach Ramadan with a PLAN, you might have an okay experience, but it wont be the most epic, most productive, soul-nourishing experience possible.

Whats that I hear you thinking out loud? Well Usman, yeah duh. But HOW do I do that?

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     Introducing the Ramadan Legacy Planner         It looks pretty, it looks fancy, but what is it? What does it do? And most importantly, how will it help you this Ramadan? Take a read of how Ramadan Legacy describes this planner:       ***A powerful and inspiring, all-encompassing Ramadan planner designed to take you on a step-by-step meaningful journey to help you achieve your biggest goals, create your 30-day action plan, and have a life-changing Ramadan.* *Its more than just a planner.* *It inspires you to become the best version of yourself and gives you a step-by-step guide on how to achieve that.***            Whats Inside?         Start with the Ramadan Journey Guide         * **Ramadan Journey Guide:** Inspirational knowledge that you need to internalize the purpose of Ramadan

Significance of Ramadan: An in-depth explanation of the meaning of Ramadan and the significance of the month
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    A Powerful 5-stage Ramadan Preparation Exercise         * **Unique Ramadan Preparation Exercises:** Understand where you are with your faith, where you want to go and how to get there through our powerful, practical and inspiring prep steps
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- Your Story of Ramadan:Self-reflect before Ramadan begins on everything thats happened since last Ramadan and the key changes you want to make
- Discover Your Spiritual Passions:Next, you go through a spiritually tingling discover your spiritual passions exercise, write down all those things to make you passionate about your faith
- Master Du’a List:Create a master dua and wish list for all the things you want to ask Allah in Ramadan
- Ramadan Vision & Goals: Finally, you set your Ramadan vision and break that down into actionable goals you can achieve in the month
  
  Mighty Routines to Maximise Your Blessings * Practical Footsteps:Never miss an act of worship; it provides you with easy to implement practical steps to maximise your blessings * Quran Plan: A simple and effective dedicated Quran plan that suits your lifestyle and goals * Taraweeh Tips:Special tips on how to pray each night with meaning and khushoo * Ramadan Survival Guide:What to do when you encounter those low points during the holy month * Charity Guide: Simplifying the types of charity in Ramadan and when to give whether you have money or not * Authentic Du’as:Know what to recite and when to recite it to gain all those special rewards
  
  A Structured 30-Day Ramadan Action Plan * *Structured 30-Day Action Plan: Featuring a daily checklist of prayers, reading, and worshipping activities alongside a daily knowledge card, daily deed, and daily actionable goals to achieve your vision for Ramadan! * Personal Reflection Check-ins: It gives you space to breathe along the way every 10-days to make sure you are on track for a successful and transformational Ramadan * Daily Prayer Card:* It’s more than just ticking boxes, every day it provides an in-depth knowledge card to learn about the spiritual transformation and depth of prayer, so by the end of Ramadan you can pray more meaningfully!
  
  This is without doubt the best, most thoughtful, passion-driven, practical Ramadan Planner Ive ever come across (say mashaAllah). So, the important question:

OMG USMAN WHERE CAN I GET ONE?!

Literally 1000s of planners have been pre-ordered within just a couple of weeks, and with international orders already having sold out, folks in the UK should be quick to get their hands on the last few remaining copies!

In order to bag one in time for the blessed month, click here to pre-order your Ramadan Legacy Planner.

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  The memorisation of the Quran has taken place ever since its very first revelation, and continues to remain as one of the most preserved traditions in the Muslim world. We all know of the immense virtues and rewards associated with memorising the Book of Allah (swt), however for most of us, the thought of embarking on a long, difficult and highly demanding journey seems almost impossible considering our daily hustle and bustle.

Or at least thats what we think!

Theres a common misconception that unless you begin memorising at a young age during your prime years your chances of memorising the Quran are very slim. Similarly, many of us think that unless we dedicate hours upon hours and complete multiple pages of Hifdh per week, theres no point in trying to become a Hafidh. As well learn in this episode, this couldnt be further from the truth!

Were joined in this episode by Shaykh Suleiman Hani who is the author of the renowned book 114 Tips to Help You Finally Memorize the Quran a book which has been years in the making and has been praised by the likes of Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan, Imam Omar Suleiman, Dr. Yasir Qadhi and many others.

Shaykh Suleiman provides some highly practical tips on how to begin your journey of Quran memorisation, as well as some much needed motivational and inspiring stories that will, InshaAllah, leave you with no excuses to begin!

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“Many Muslims have the earnest desire to memorize as much of the Quran as possible but dont even know where to begin. Its refreshing to see Imam Suleimans effort in this book to facilitate that journey. So many of us know the value of bringing the Quran into our lives and works like these give us realistic ways of making that happen. A must-have for every Muslim household. Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan

“This well-researched book will surely become a standard reference in its field for years to come. Dr. Yasir Qadhi

What youll learn in this episode: * More about Shaykh Suleimans amazing book on how to memorise the Quran * The importance of memorising the Quran * The benefits of memorising the Quran for ones spirituality and life in this world and the next * Does it matter what age you are when you start? * Inspiring stories of those who have began memorising at an old age * The most common reasons that most people put off memorisation * Which is more important to begin with, memorising or tajweed? * Shaykhs top tips for somebody who wishes to begin a journey of memorising the Quran * Should you listen to, and follow a Qari when memorising?

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        Shaykh Suleiman Hani Imam Suleiman Hani is a lecturer and author from Dearborn, Michigan. At the age of 14, he completed a 10-month Qur’an memorization program in the USA and shortly thereafter began his intensive studies under local and global scholars, completing hundreds of classical and modern texts and gaining *ijazt* (licenses) in the six books of *hadīth* from multiple scholars, as well as a Master of Arts degree from the University of Jordans College of Shari’ah at the top of his class. Suleiman has served as an Imam and youth director since the age of 19, lectured at conferences and workshops around the world, and has recorded several comprehensive series with the largest Islamic TV stations worldwide. Imam Suleiman recently authored a popular book on the subject of memorizing the Qur’an which has since been translated into several languages. He presently serves as an instructor and researcher at various institutions, the CEO of several business ventures, and an Imam and Resident Scholar in Michigan. His most recent hobbies include mixed martial arts, skydiving, archery, and traveling.

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 **Want to listen to the audio version instead? Click the play button below:**      For many Muslims living in the West, it has become harder than ever to push a positive narrative of Islam amidst the clutter of media propaganda, conflicting viewpoints, and floods of emotional outrage following the tragic incidents occurring around the world in the name of religion.

While some may have an agenda to portray Islam in the most negative light possible, the vast majority of people are simply confused, unsure who or what to believe. With conflicts rising, frustrations growing and deep misunderstandings of our faith becoming widespread, how can Muslims act as beacons of light for society? How do we remain confident as Muslims, and instead of apologising for the acts of a few, build strong bonds and dialogue with others to exemplify and promote the true nature of our beautiful Deen?

In this episode, we’re joined by the young and bright Heraa Hashmi, a 19 year-old molecular biology student who made headlines and inspired thousands after her brilliant response to one particular student in her history class.

When her classmate claimed that Muslims don’t openly condemn acts of violence in the name of religion, Heraa became frustrated by the idea that the acts of just a few could be used to demonise an entire group of people. Determined to prove him wrong, Heraa began researching for an answer, only to find that there were no comprehensive resources detailing the vast number of mainstream Muslim responses to these acts of violence.

Three weeks later, Heraa had produced a 700+ Google doc references and all listing every incident she could find in which a Muslim condemned an act of violence carried out in the name of religion. After her tweet went viral, Heraa caught the eyes of the likes of Teen Vogue, The Guardian, and head of Yaqeen Institute, Imam Omar Suleiman.

Before she knew it, Heraa was sharing her story on stage in front of thousands of Muslims at the ICNA-MAS conference, and soon after found herself enjoying an eventful dinner with the daughters of the late Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X (may Allah have mercy on their souls) after winning the first ever ‘Muhammad Ali Confident Muslim Award’.

Join us in this episode as we discover Heraas story, and receive her advice on how Muslims can better contribute to portraying a positive narrative of Islam, and acting as beacons of light in times of darkness.

What youll learn in this episode: * Who is Heraa Hashmi? * What Heraas classmate claimed about Muslims during their history class * The inspiration behind Heraas Muslims Condemn list and how it was created * How Heraas tweet went viral and made headlines * How and why Heraa won the Muhammad Ali Confident Muslim Award * What Muslims can do in their everyday lives to exemplify the beauty of Islam through their own actions * What everyday, tolerant and well-minded non-Muslims can do to help their Muslim neighbours when they face a backlash from others in the community * What Heraa would advise young Muslims who have lost the confidence to practice their faith in public

Links & Resources Mentioned in The Episode Heraas Muslims Condemn List
Yaqeen Institute
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Gems from the Episode “Unity is not about being the same, unity is about people of all backgrounds and cultures being able to come together

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Founded by Imam Omar Suleiman, the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research is a charity which aims to raise the discourse in the Muslim community by making academic grade research material accessible to everyone. In the current climate, Islam has been cast as irrational, incompatible with modern civilization, and inherently violent. Yaqeen aims to address relevant topics head-on with the help of the foremost experts in this space, and believe that telling our own story is the only way to counter the narrative that has been forced upon our community.

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Heraa Hashmi is a 19 year-old Molecular Biology and Linguistics student in Boulder, an activist, YouTuber, author, artist & calligrapher. She is also currently the president of the University Muslim Student Association. Heraa is the founder of Muslims Condemn, a spreadsheet with over 5000 instances of Muslims condemning acts of violence in the name of religion, and is a part of the Bridge Initiative at Georgetown University an initiative dedicated to tackling Islamophobia through education.

She was a speaker at the ICNA Baltimore conference in 2017, and regularly hosts open houses at the Islamic Centre of Boulder. She is also the first recipient of the annual Muhammad Ali Confident Muslim Award presented by Yaqeen Institute.

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  Student Islamic societies / associations, for many Muslims, are the backbone of their University experience. During the life-changing journey through higher education, we undergo an experience of learning, self-discovery and spiritual development, and being involved in an Islamic society (ISOC) can provide a fantastic opportunity to dramatically enhance these experiences. From annual charity events to weekly spiritual circles, social gatherings, Islamic lectures, campus-wide campaigns and much more, there's no doubt that the ISOC experience creates life-long friendships, builds tremendous skills and an array of fond memories.

The excitement and sense of belonging that comes with participation in an ISOC can also, however, lead to one losing the ability to balance between their studies and extra-curricular duties. Quite often this can cause undue stress, a lack of prioritisation, the neglect of family and friends, and an internal battle between maintaining a social identity, being involved in Da'wah work, and actually succeeding at University.

How do we make the most of the ISOC experience whilst ensuring that we maintaining a healthy student-life balance, grow and self-develop as Muslims, and ultimately succeed as University students?

In this episode, we're joined by Zara Mohammed, Sajjad Khan, Naairah Aftab and podcast host Usman Majid – a panel with a plethora of ISOC experience – who discuss this in depth and provide advice to the Muslim students across the globe.

What you'll learn in this episode: * Personal journeys to practising Islam – a story from each guest * The benefits and importance of joining an Islamic society * The ISOC experience and how it shapes us * The most common reasons why students fail to maintain a healthy student-life balance * Personal experiences on the above from each guest * The importance of understanding our priorities as Muslim students (and what they are) * Understanding the bigger picture and being real with your expectations * Practical tips and advice on how to keep a firm hold of both your studies and Da'wah work

Links and resources: This episode was based on the blog: Studying & Spirituality – Finding the Right Balance Today's Ayah of the Day is Surah Al-Maa'idah, Verse 35.

Organisations / Societies Mentioned in the Show: * Federation of Student Islamic Societies (FOSIS) * Discover Islam * Strathclyde University Muslim Student Association (SUMSA) * Glasgow University Muslim Student Association (GUMSA) * MAB Youth * Explore Conference

       Today's episode features:           Zara Mohammed Zara is a graduate with a LLM in Human Rights Law. She has served on the executive team of the Federation of Student Islamic Societies (FOSIS) for three years and was elected the first female President or the term 2016-17. Zara has contributed to a number of public consultations including Muslim women and employment, islamophobia, and has spoken at a number of events across the UK and Ireland.

       Sajjad Khan Sajjad Khan is a Civil Engineering masters student at the University of Strathclyde, and is an active member of the community. He's been part of many organisations, such as FOSIS, and was previously the UK manager of Discover Islam and is now the Founder & CEO of the newly formed Explore Conference UK. He has also delivered many talks at Universities across the UK, including a Ted Talk about his experience in Africa .          Naairah Aftab Naairah Aftab is a Chemistry student at the University of Glasgow and is currently the Campaigns Officer for FOSIS Scotland. Her creativity and enthusiasm has led her to become an active member within various youth and Da'wah organisations, where her writing, speaking and leadership skills have helped bring many projects to fruition.

       Usman Majid Usman graduated with a degree in Marketing, and spent much of his time at University involving himself in various Da'wah, media & tech initiatives. His passion for using creative media to provide practical solutions for Muslims led him to launching the Deenspiration blog & podcast show, on which he invites special guests from around the world to share their gems of wisdom.

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  As human beings, we experience a variety of powerful emotions in our every day lives. Some bring us pleasure, others confuse us, and many are extremely difficult to bare. For so many of us, emotions like sadness, anxiety and depression are a part of our lives, dictating the quality of our lives from how we feel, to how we act around others, and how we feel about ourselves.

Is it okay to feel these emotions, or should we feel bad for doing so? Isn't this a sign of having a lack of faith?

Unfortunately in many communities – including the Muslim community – there can be somewhat of a stigma attached to this subject, making it extra difficult for those experiencing these strong feelings of pain, sadness and anxiety to reach out for help. In fear of being shamed or labelled as having "low Iman", the same people suffer in silence and sometimes can't escape.

What does Islam really say about these emotions, and how do we go about managing them?

In this episode, we're joined by sister Hafsa who shares her journey with some of these emotions, and provides us with some powerful advice and direction on how to accept one's self and seek help.

What you'll learn in this episode: * The problem with how Muslims perceive sadness, anxiety and other strong emotions. * What NOT to say to someone who suffers from sadness or anxiety * Why a lack of faith and spirituality is NOT linked with sadness and anxiety * Examples of sadness and anxiety in the Qur'an * How Allah (swt) validates these powerful feelings and emotions, and why it's important to accept them. * The importance of acknowledging that something is wrong * How Hafsa found healing in painting * Why not to share your pain with those who'll bring you down * Practical steps on how to begin your journey of healing * Plus more

This Episode's Ayah of the Day Surah Luqman – [31:29]

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 The vast majority of us will, at some point in our lives, deal with a mental health problem whether we realise it not, or even like to admit. The topic itself is vast, as are the various conditions, diagnoses and treatments, but for many, finding the right answers can be difficult. We hope to clear the air and educate our community in this episode with **Shaykh Abdul Hameed.**

Its unfortunate that within the Muslim community, mental health can often times be somewhat of a taboo subject, with many Muslims being ignorant on the subject due to lack of education or cultural ignorance. Some Muslims even interpret mental illnesses as a weakness of faith, and advise those who are vulnerable to simply pray more, fear Allah, or completely forget about their situations.

This extremely dangerous approach can lead to many people feeling isolated, lost, confused, and may eventually lead to self harm and even death (e.g. death by suicide).

What is the correct approach to mental health, and how do we as Muslims approach the topic while conforming to our Islamic principles?

What youll learn in this episode: * The definition of mental health * What islam says about mental health * Does having a mental health problem relate to weakness in faith? * The story of Maryam (as) in the Qur’an, and the suicidal statement she made during pregnancy. * What the most difficult time of the Prophet ﷺ life was & how he dealt with with strong bereavement * What are the most common types of mental health? (Including anxiety, depression and low self esteem) * How movies might exaggerate mental illness, and thus gives us an innacurate image of the true nature of mental illness * How one mental health illness can lead to others or manifest in new ways if not diagnosed correctly * Why, and how do people suffer from mental health problems? (The bio psycho-social model) * How we can have a genetic bias towards developing mental health problems * Why dealing with problems are completely normal * Shaykh’s advice on how to seek help * The importance of diet and exercise for healing & increasing one’s mood * The difference between finding a cure and managing mental health * Are there any Du’as we can recite to ask for help? * How some people exploit and victimise individuals suffering from mental health (including a sexual abuse case) * Who should you visit first your Imam or your doctor?

Questions from listeners: 1) what should somebody do if they have suicidal thoughts, or are harming themselves?

2) One way I used to cope with low moods and energy was masturbation. I know this is wrong, and I felt guilty. I started to masturbate instead of self harm. How do you deal with these addictions and dependencies until you can get real help?

3) I’m a 19 year old Muslims girl. There are days when I feel good about myself, but then there are times when I become some sort of evil person. My depression makes me act inappropriately with parents, siblings and friends. What do I do?

4) There’s a war going on in my mind all of the time. It feels like there’s no hidayah at all. Help!

5) Is yoga halal (for healing and exercise?)

Recommended books by Shaykh: ‘Mindset’ by Carol Dweck ‘Start with why’ by Simon Sinek Leave a comment! If you have a question for Shaykh or want to share your story / advice on mental health, leave a comment below!

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  Shaykh Abdul Hameed Ismail Shaykh Abdul Hameed is a young traditionally trained Islamic scholar from Leicester. He graduated as an Alim from Jamea Uloomul Quran (Leicester) under the patronage of Hazrat Shaykh Adam hafizahullah. He also memorized the Quran during his studies at the institution. He is very well versed in the Quran and has a unique way of simplifying Quranic passages for a variety of audiences. The Shaykh also completed his BA honors in social work/psychology. He currently is perusing his Masters in education/ psychology. He has a passion to work with young people and is part of many organisations to help serve the needs of the youth.

He currently works as a secondary school teacher in a Leicester state school, and also lectures all over the UK and has been invited by many organisations to deliver lectures in different parts of America.

Some of his hobbies include having a huge passion for Martial arts from a young age, and has competed at a high level. He currently still competes in mixed martial arts (MMA) tournaments across the UK. He also has a passion for riding super-sports motorbikes. His young age, unique hobbies, well grounded Islamic knowledge and passion to “reconnect people to the Quran, allows him to engage with the youth, in order for them to access and practice Islam in a relevant yet simple manner.

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  The spiritual journey is one that spans our entire lives; we learn, we discover ourselves, we make mistakes, and we grow from them. Along the way, we naturally experience our ups and downs as we journey towards spiritual bliss and closeness to Allah (swt). Although every persons experiences are different, for young coming of age Muslims, there seems to be a common trend as they first discover their passion for the Deen. When the first taste of the sweetness of Iman enters the heart, one usually goes all out; they remove all the haram from their lives, they change their clothes and the way they speak, they change their friend groups, and more often than not, they end up burdening themselves with more than they can handle.

If a slow, balanced approach to the Deen isnt adopted at this early stage, the dangers of falling into somewhat of an identity crisis or developing unhealthy personality and character traits can become inevitable. Not only can this affect the individual themselves, but it can negatively impact their relationship with those around them.

Does the following sound familiar? A young and excited Muslim first discovers their deep passion for the Deen, and then:

They make dramatic changes to their entire life (attitude, clothes, friends, etc.)
They begin growing their beard / wearing the Hijab
They start praying 5 times per day, adding in Tahajjud, and regularly visit the Masjid
They start volunteering for various Islamic organisations, taking classes, and watching YouTube lectures until Fajr.

All of these are fantastic, and greatly rewarding. But they may also:

Start imposing their opinions on other people
Become increasingly judgmental of others, thinking that they are lower than themselves
Get a little over-confident with their knowledge of the Deen, only after taking a couple of classes or reading a few books
Feel that a good Muslim is only one that wears a thobe / abayah / hijab 24/7 and looks the part
Develop Haram police syndrome

We all know somebody like this, or rather, may even have been like this once ourselves. You may even be reading this right now and be thinking Uh oh sounds like me!

Being super excited and deeply passionate about the Deen when one first becomes practicing is a wonderful feeling, and yes, one should aim to better themselves in every way possible. However, setting a standard this high from the get go can soon become burdensome, and inevitably, an individual may experience a major crash with their Iman. Once they are no longer able to uphold these standards, they feel like a lost cause, that their Iman is now gone, and a deep spiritual depression and emptiness takes over their hearts.

This is where the term spiritual steroids stems from. Just like anabolic steroids cause a massive surge in muscle growth at a rapid rate, as soon as the bodybuilder stops them, the body deflates and the muscle can become lost. Similarly, if one tries to cheat their spiritual development and fast track their progress, their Iman may also experience deflation.

How do we avoid this from happening, and how should one approach the Deen in a healthy and balanced manner so as to keep a consistent and steadily growing level of Iman? Join us in this podcast episode with Shaykh Abdul Hameed where he discusses this issue and provides his knowledge, wisdom and advice to those going through, or about to go through this stage of their lives.

What youll learn: * Common reasons why people get off on the wrong foot * What it means to be spiritually hench * The dangers of going too fast, too soon * Why everything eventually goes back to having a sound to an understanding of the Deen (or a lack of) * Why people suffer an identity crisis and arent comfortable with themselves * Misconceptions as to how pious or religious Muslims are supposed to be / look like * Shaykh Abdul Hameeds advice on how to develop a balanced approach towards the Deen

Leave a comment! If you have a question for Shaykh or want to share your story / tip on how to keep a balanced approach to the Deen, especially when first getting started, leave a comment below.

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  Intentions play an important role in our everyday lives as Muslims. In Islam, we are taught that our intentions can determine whether or not our deeds will be accepted by Allah ï·», and moreover, how little or how much we'll be rewarded for those deeds (or even punished).

In part of a famous Hadith of the Prophet Muhammad ï·º, we're taught that:

"Actions are judged by their intentions, and each person will be rewarded according to their intention"[Bukhari, Muslim]

This Hadith is incredibly important, and teaches us that if our intentions are good, we shall receive good. If they are bad, we may potentially fall into sin. The purer we make our intentions when doing a good deed, the more Allah ï·» will reward us.

When we think of perfecting our intentions, we typically do so within the context of our daily acts of worship: prayer, dhikr, reciting the Qur'an, and a multitude of other good deeds we can perform.

For example, we know that somebody who prays just because they 'have to' vs somebody who does so purely for the love of Allah ï·» and to draw nearer to Him, are not equal in the rewards they'll receive. No doubt, merely fulfilling our obligations because we 'have to' will still earn us rewards, but not nearly as much as compared to the latter example.

Is it possible, therefore, to apply the same logic with regards to intentions to the other mundane acts we perform everyday, such as eating, sleeping, studying, going to work, etc.? The answer is YES, and that's exactly what you'll learn in this episode.

What you'll learn: * The importance of pure intentions * Examples of pure intentions me may make with regular acts of worship * What intention hacking is, and how to do it * How to turn everyday actions into a form of worship

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 Procrastination. Its something were all guilty of. Perhaps some of us put of doing the things we need to do because were simply just too lazy to do them, whilst other times there are much deeper reasons as to why we hold ourselves back.

What if the real reason we procrastinated was because of FEAR; because instead of simply being lazy, were genuinely scared of a particular outcome?

In this episode, were joined by Sahar Nawaz Shaikh who dives deep into this notion and shares some tips on how to battle the inner fears that hold us back from truly excelling in life.

Every time you put your head in sujood, a million doors open. Then it’s your choice to walk through them or just stay there.

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What youll learn: In this episode, we cover:

The definition of procrastination
How all of our actions are linked to an emotion
How fear can be linked to procrastination, and where this stems from.
How to accept your past and use it to fuel your ambitions to becoming better in the future
How our relationship with God can empower us and aid us in overcoming our fears and problems with procrastination
How our 5 daily prayers are designed to beat procrastination and turn us into productive people
The importance of valuing yourself
Why we shouldnt underestimate our status in the Eyes of Allah (swt)
Is mental health linked with procrastination?
Plus more!

Ayah of the Day Todays Ayah from the Quran was Surah Ali-Imran (chapter 3), verse 160.

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Sahar Nawaz Shaikh was born in Dubai, UAE. She is an Emotional Mastery Coach, a writer, speaker, mother, entrepreneur and student of knowledge. She recently launched a successful campaign during which, in just three weeks, she helped 100 women kick-start their journey of healing for free.

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  In this episode, **Shaykh Suleiman Hani** joins us on the Deenspiration Podcast Show to discuss some ways in which we can prepare for the blessed month of Ramadan.    The Blessed Month is approaching. Some of us are excited, while others are scared. Scared of not reaching our potential. The fact of the matter is, unless we put pen on paper (or fingers on keyboard) and make a solid Ramadan plan, we're most likely going to go off the tracks and fail to meet our goals this year… AGAIN… and then feel upset and regretful… AGAIN.

We need a plan, a strategy, a solid framework, as well as some motivation to prepare us. And this is exactly what Shaykh Suleiman has prepared in collaboration with Ramadan Legacy.

If the following sounds just like you, then you should definitely check out the Meaningful Ramadan.

– you know you have to prepare for Ramadan but you're feeling overwhelmed

– you're unable to set tangible goals for Ramadan

– you lack of confidence when entering Ramadan each year

– you're unfulfilled during and after Ramadan

– and you're regretful for not making the most of Ramadan

Sound familiar?

If you're ready to make a solid change this year & work towards experiencing your best Ramadan yet, kick-start your journey by clicking the button below.

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In this episode, which is Part 2 of the 'Porn Addiction' series, Usman is joined by Bara from 'Purify Your Gaze' who provides some highly insightful and practical solutions for escaping from the shackles of porn addiction and unwanted sexual behaviour.

Did you listen to Part 1 featuring Alyas Karmani? Click here to learn about the extreme dangers of pornography.

This will probably be one of the most powerful and insightful conversations you have heard on the subject of quitting porn, and is a MUST LISTEN for anybody hoping to successfully quit their Haram sexual habits.

If you're suffering from porn addiction, you may not have even contemplated some of the advice and techniques described in this episode. So do make sure that you listen carefully.

What you'll learn: The points that were discussed in this episode include:

Is it true that only 'non-practicing Muslims' are affected by Pornography? (some shocking statistics)
Some of the most common mistakes people make when trying to approach a decision to quit sexual addictions
Is marriage the answer?
The truth about the effects that pornography has on people who are looking for a spouse
a step by step process laid out by Bara on how to proactively stop watching porn
The importance of deep inward reflection to understand why we keep returning to porn.
What's the role of limiting or removing access to pornography?
the problem with only relying on creating barriers to pornography rather than addressing the underlying issue.
the importance of, and how to make a solid plan for quitting vs trying to give up 'cold turkey'
What can someone do if they don't really feel motivated to change?
The importance of having a solid support system on your journey of healing and where to find one
An answer to an honest question sent in by a listener

Useful Resources In this episode, Bara talks about just how awesome the Purify Your Gaze community is, and how much it has helped its members on their journey to quitting unwanted sexual behaviours.

Click here to check out Purify Your Gaze and their training videos.

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  Porn addiction. It's something that millions of Muslims around the world suffer from, but not many can talk about. What's even more rare are qualified practitioners who are able to openly discuss this issue and provide therapy, as well as having a solid foundation in Islamic principles. In this episode (which is Part 1 of 2 on Porn Addiction) of the Deenspiration podcast show, Usman is joined by Alyas Karmani – a sex educator from England who has years of experience in providing counselling and therapy to those who find themselves involved with addictive sexual behaviour.

This episode goes in HARD and features a number of, what some might find, very shocking facts about porn addiction within the Muslim community and the harms that is causes to ourselves and society at large.

What you'll learn During the show, Ustadh Alyas covers a number of issues pertaining to porn addiction including the following:

An overview of the effects of porn on society
Is sex in Islam something we should talk about?
Why porn is worse in the Muslim community vs mainstream
Who is porn really affecting?
Google's worldwide porn search results (Muslim countries)
How porn changes social attitudes
Is being attracted to sexual images normal?
How porn has become mainstream, including within our children's TV shows and games
'Soft core' porn vs 'hardcore' material
How women are depicted in porn and the effects this has on men's brains
The people behind the porn industry & their mission
How the chemistry of our brains are changed when watching porn (compared to drug or food addictions)
The effect of porn on marriages and other real-life relationships
How the 'Coolidge' effect hooks us on to porn to inevitably cause us to seek more and more extreme material
Why people are pulled back towards porn even after repenting
The story of the famous serial killer Ted Bundy and his viewing of porn
How to associate porn with "pain" instead of pleasure
How men become homo-erotic while watching porn
How should married couples keep the 'spice' in their sex life? Is watching porn the solution?
How to sisters become 'porn widows'
Practical tips for stopping (including the importance of having a strong sense of self)
plus more

Stay tuned for part 2 This episode is only Part 1 in the 'Porn Addiction' series. In Part 2, Usman is joined by Bara Aldasouqi from 'Purify Your Gaze' who provides some really great, practical strategies for leaving pornography and beginning your journey of healing.

To make sure you catch the episode, subscribe to the podcast for free on your smartphone on either iTunes, Soundcloud or Stitcher.

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  Alyas Karmani Alyas Karmani is an Imam and Khateeb at a number of Mosques in the North of England and across the UK. Alyas is also a specialist in youth empowerment and emotional well – being having been a senior policy advisor for the Welsh Assembly government relating to youth empowerment and development 2008-2009. Alyas has 20 years of work experience in the Public Sector across a range of policy areas specialising in Equality and Diversity. He is an accomplished academic with six years of experience as a researcher and lecturer at Bradford and Leeds Universities – department of Social Policy. Alyas Karmani was former head of Race Equality for the Welsh Assembly Government 2004. He is currently a consultant for West Yorkshire and London Probation service in relation to resettlement and reintegration of Muslim Offenders. Alyas has a Psychology background with close to 20 years of counseling and therapy work focusing on Muslim centred mental health and emotional well being.          Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the podcast show for free on your smartphone via a range of apps for iOS and Android.

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  We all commit sins its just the way that Allah (swt) has created us. Big sins, small sins, in between ones, and we even sin without realising it too! Whats more frustrating is when were stuck in a constant sin cycle. Heres what it looks like:

You fall into a sin
You feel bad about it
You repent to Allah (swt)
Things are okay for a while
Temptation arises, and you fall into the sin again
You feel bad about it again.
You repent .
repeat

How do we free ourselves from this vicious cycle, break our bad habits and turn back to Allah (swt). Thats exactly what youll find out in this episode with Shaykh Abdul Hameed.

What youll learn: * The different types of sins, including 3rd party sins and how others will SUE us on the Day of Judgement * The difference between humans and Angels * The leaky bucket syndrome * the dangers of abusing the Mercy of Allah (swt) * Why people keep falling into sin * If Shaykh could summarise the entire Quran with one phrase, it would be _____ * The concept of cognitive dissonance * What happens if you say Its okay to sin, Allah is the Most Merciful He will forgive me? * The biggest punishment in the Hereafter is not Hell, but rather it is * How Ibrahim (as) asked Allah (swt) for a sign * What it means to be #SpirituallyHench * The importance of good company * How to stop yourself from falling back into the sin cycle * What to do when a temptation arises (example: watching pornography while alone in your room) * How to repent properly and turn back to Allah (swt) * Will Allah (swt) forgive you if you keep persisting with the same sin over and over? * Plus more

Questions from listeners were also submitted and answered on the show.

In summary, this was a pretty epic and beneficial episode!

Be sure to share with friends & family.

Leave a comment! If you have a question for Shaykh or want to share your story / tip on how to break a habit of sinning, use the comment section below to kick-start the discussion!

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        Shaykh Abdul Hameed Ismail Shaykh Abdul Hameed is a young traditionally trained Islamic scholar from Leicester. He graduated as an Alim from Jamea Uloomul Quran (Leicester) under the patronage of Hazrat Shaykh Adam hafizahullah. He also memorized the Quran during his studies at the institution. He is very well versed in the Quran and has a unique way of simplifying Quranic passages for a variety of audiences. The Shaykh also completed his BA honors in social work/psychology. He currently is perusing his Masters in education/ psychology. He has a passion to work with young people and is part of many organisations to help serve the needs of the youth.

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In this episode of the Deenspiration podcast show, Shaykh Muiz shares some practical tips for falling deeply in love with the Beloved Messenger (pbuh), his life and his teachings.

Have you ever felt that your Iman was low, and that your love for the Prophet (pbuh) wasn't as strong? Or maybe your love for him isn't as strong because you don't know the steps to take towards learning about him and his life (pbuh).

In this video, Shaykh Muiz will teach you why it's so important to love the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), how to study his life, a powerful story of Umar Ibn Al Khattab (RA), as well as his top most recommended Seerah / biography book for English speakers.

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        **Beneficial Seerah video series** Prefer listening or watching videos to learn about the Seerah of the Prophet (pbuh)? Check these out:

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  Shaykh Muiz Bukhary International speaker, teacher, Imam, Khateeb, Director

Sheikh Muiz Bukhary hails from Sri Lanka. He memorised the Noble Qur'an at the age of 14, and then spent 10 years specialising in fields of classical Arabic, Islamic jurisprudence, & hadeeth (traditions of the Prophet).

He is the CEO of 'Sakeenah Institute', a first of it's kind in Colombo, which focuses on disseminating knowledge to students, offering schedules of classes feasible for people with different full-time commitments.

Last but not least he also serves as the Imaam of one of the largest masaajid in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

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      It's not every day that you get someone to beatbox your intro theme song on a podcast show, but hey, that's only one of the reasons why you should listen to today's episode! In Episode 8 of the Deenspiration podcast show, Usman is joined by the wonderful Hamza Fletcher who shares somes highlights from his popular '7 Habits of the Highly Effective Muslim' workshop which he has delivered across the UK.

This episode is full of take-home gems and practical tips for kick-starting our own journey of self development, both spiritually and materialistically. Some of the gems from the show have been highlighted below as 'tweetables' – simply click to tweet them on your page. Go on, try it on this one below:

"The only way we can change is THROUGH Allah, and the only reason we should change is FOR Allah.

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What you'll learn Below are some (edited) notes from Hamza – those he uses during his presentations. You'll find some gems in here that may not have been highlighted in the episode. However, be sure to listen to the full show for a much more in depth explanation as there will also be points mentioned in there that havent been noted in these show notes. (Oh, and youll get to hear Hamza beatboxing!).

Everything starts with intentions. May Allah make us sincere, Ameen.
Ask yourself: Am I speaking for my EGO to be manifested, or for the truth to be manifested?
Everyone talks problems. But lets talk solutions. BECOME the soluition. We're part of this ummah just like anyone else. You may not be able to control other people, but you CAN control YOU.
How You and I conduct ourselves will shape the world to come, even if but a small amount.However – Outcome is with Allah , Efforts are with ourselves.

Outcome is with Allah , Efforts are with ourselves

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Allah (swt) asks us, "Fa Ayna tathh haboon? Where are you going? [81:26]

What are your dreams? Do you have goals?

Almost all of our thinking is controlled by the questions we ask ourselves.

We start by asking ourselves: 'Where do I want to be in 5 years time? Or even 1 year?

Some people don't like this question and respond with:

"Don't ask me! I'm spontaneous, I don't like schedules or rigid plans..

Practical step 1:

Take time out, away from all. Hit pen to paper / Keyboard to Laptop
Regardless of feasibile etc. Splash onto page ALL your goals, dreams, desires.
Cannot stress this enough. Its perfectly fine that these will evolve over time.
Once you have a lot on your paper. Pick from that list and then make it very clear what you want and by when. Again, CLARITY!
Put deadlines on yourself.

People are often so worried about not knowing exactly what to do, and this can prevent them from getting started. Or often times they want to do it perfectly, that they never actually get on with it. Remember Experience is your best teacher!
Get stuck in, take massive action, make mistakes and Learn, Learn, Grow!!

Bad example of Goal:

"I want to make money

Good example of goal

"I intend to make £1000 in exactly 1 months time

Practical step 2 – 'Chunking'
Take a huge task and break it down. This turns into small daily victories, which then creates strong momentum.

IF that doesn't work , break it down even more.

A beautiful piece of Advice given to me by Ustadh Adam Kelwick, Liverpool.

"If you wish to gain a particular quality in life, then find someone who has that quality and spend time with them
Find people who are driven and It'll rub off on you. "Who you spend time with, is who you become

Another Question to ask yourself:

Why do you want that goal?

When you ask that question and dig deep, you get interesting answers..
To be liked? To be happy? To feel good? You'll find a lot boils down to achieving a certian Emotion.
Example: The Wifi at home has broken. You could fix it yourself, but you cannot be bothered. However, because of the greater wellbeing of the family, for their satisfaction and happiness, you fixed the Wifi. You had a greater WHY, and your emotional connection to your family's happiness pushed you to achieve that goal.

Find a reason that's GREATER than yourself. You'll move mountains, metaphorically. Make this reason fun, exciting, creative! Something that'll drive you and motivate you to the core.

When you do it for others, you can save lives, raise money, educate, and many others great things.

Most important, attach this goal to ultimately pleasing Allah. (this also makes sure the goal is halal!)

Tip: Be around people who have the same types of intentions. This will empower you further.

Intentions

When you intentions are pure, our efforts will be filled with Barakah. With barakah, we get MORE done and achieve amazing things.

Example: Eating

We can eat to simply enjoy the taste. And this is permissible. Or we can eat with the intention of nourishing ourself so that we can work more and earn a halal living, repair our bodies, worship better and longer, etc. This intention has already quadroopled!

Practical tip 3 – constantly FEED your mind
Listen to podcasts, read books, watch educational/instructional videos. Always be learning.

A strong psychology will pull you through when the mechanics/logistics are frustrating or boring.

You might ask:

'But Why? I like chilling all day, watching TV, playing games, going out with friends and eating good food!'By pushing the boundaries, we reach heightened experiences and find more opportunities. We can GIVE more in life, and BE more in life when we push ourselves.

Note: chilling and enjoying ourselves is fine, but it's about the balance. When we have our priorities sorted, and are working hard, then chilling has its purpose! Leisure time is also enjoyed a lot more when it's followed by a marathon of working REALLY hard!

Progress equals happiness.

Once you start tasting the fruits of your efforts, and cross that border of what you thought you couldn't achieve, your brain says "YEAH! … Now what else can I do? #SnowballEffect

Even if the effort may seem small, just do it! Small progress is still progress.

"Lose no time. Be always employed in something useful. Cut off all unnecessary actions

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When you've got some clarity, have set the deadlines, have learned the process of chunking big tasks into smaller ones, get around good company, and have built compelling reasons for your goals, then:

It's time to make that decision and take massive action. (Cut off from all other options, commit to something with massive action)
Commit to mastery, to give up this idea of just "Trying something

It's not our conditions that shape our destiny, but our decisions.

Final notes & Summary from Hamza

I'd like to make one thing clear.
The quality of your life is the quality of where you live emotionally

We all have a home.

Angry people find a way to be angry, even when life has nothing to be angry about. They always find it.

Sad people find a way to be sad.

Caring people find a way to care for other people.

So one thing you've got to identify is: where are you living? What's your home? What's your habit?

How to change that?

Step 1 is to feed your mind. We all know the phrase "You are what you eat Well, it's the same for the mind.

One of my teachers taught me: "every day stand guard of the door of your mind and feed it something good

Feed your mind every day for 30 minutes, hearing / reading something. Something strong and nutritious for your mind.

Step 2 You've got to strengthen that body of yours!

Fear is physical, and so is stagnation, numbness, sadness and rage. When you go out and change your body by intense workout, a run, or even an intense walk, and the blood is flowing through you, science has shown that this instantly changes your biochemistry. Now your mind and body are working together.

Step 3 Look at so many of the most influential people: they found a mission that is greater than themselves. Something they wanted to aspire to, that matters more than their own pain.

Step 4 You've got to find a role model. Almost everybody finds a role model that makes things real for them.
For example: there is a lady called Sara Blakely the youngest billionaire. When women meet her, they don't just love her billionaire product. They love this woman because she is a role model and show's what's possible.

If you get a role model, it becomes real to you. If you make a goal, get a plan, then take massive action.

Step 5 – Understand that there's always someone worse off than you are I don't care what you've done.
If you can go help somebody worse off, it puts your life in perspective and also remind you that life's not about 'me', it's about 'we'.

I always tell people that the secret to a great life, the secret to living is GIVING!

Even if you've lost your legs, even if you've been through a horrific financial situation, your life can improve, and more importantly, you have a more meaningful life because your life will contribute to the well-being of other people.

   Hamza Fletcher Red Oak Media

For more info or booking to deliver seminar/workshop, contact me on: Hamzafletcher@gmail.com , I want to help the Muslims in every way I can, InshaAllah!

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 Does Rizq only make us think of money, or does it mean so much more? In this episode, Shaykh Ismail Kamdar goes deeper into the meaning of Rizq, and provides us with practical tips on how we can increase our own Rizq through our spirituality and worship of Allah SWT.

A powerful and insightful episode this week!

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**Listen to the Walking Dhikr episode below:**    In today's episode of the Deenspiration podcast show, Usman shares an epic technique called 'Walking Dhikr' which allows you to add a WHOLE lot more worship to your day. The great thing about it is that it's super easy. In fact, if you can walk, you're half way there! Yup! If you do any form of walking during the day (which pretty much all of us do!) then you can most definitely implement this technique.

How it works

Walking Dhikr involves taking your favourite phrase of Dhikr, breaking it down into smaller chunks / syllables, and assigning each chunk to a step.

Wait, what?!

It sounds weird, but really, it's easy!

When we walk, it creates a little rhythm – a beat. What we're essentially doing with this technique is following the beat, while reciting the phrase at the same time. When done correctly, both the rhythm of our footsteps and the phrase of Dhikr create a nice flow. It makes taking those steps and walking even more fun and rewarding.

Still confused? Listen to the episode above for a full explanation. You'll be joining in within no time InshaAllah!

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 The Blessed month of Ramadan is most likely your favourite month of the year, and so it should be! It's the month of the Qur'an, a month full of immense rewards and blessings, a month of forgiveness, a month of community and love, and deep spiritual development. Just amazing!

Now, although many of us look forward to using Ramadan to become the best version of ourselves in terms of our Iman, we tend to forget about, or totally neglect the idea of also becoming the best version of ourselves in terms of our health.

Believe it or not, many of us get FAT during Ramadan. It's weird, right? A lot of us are fasting around three quarters of the day, yet at the end of the month when we step on the scale, we notice that we've added a few pounds. How is that even possible?!

Think about it, what's the one thing most of us make the mistake of doing in Ramadan? I'll give you a clue: it happens after Maghrib, usually makes our eyes pop and our mouths water, and usually results in regret a couple of hours later.

That's right, OVER EATING! We usually eat like crazy once Iftar kicks in and ignore the idea of keeping our diets clean and healthy. So much so that it pretty much defeats the purpose of our fast; we're supposed to be training ourselves to stop being excessive and to let go of our desires, not quadruple how much we indulge in them!

There is nothing wrong with enjoying a lovely Iftar with the family of course, or perhaps throwing the odd Iftar party with the homeboys and homegirls, but this is where we should learn to be extra careful. The last thing we want is for our Ramadan experience to be ruined and for our abilities to worship to be weakened because we feel sluggish, tired and unfit to perform our 'Ibaadah.

So… how do you go about learning the do's and don'ts of nutrition and lifestyle during Ramadan?

In this episode of the Deenspiration podcast, Usman is joined by Amina Khan, founder of the epic health and fitness brand Amanah Fitness. Amina covers a whole lot of practical tips and tricks for how to stay in tip-top shape during Ramadan, ensuring that your body feels nice and energetic throughout the long Taraweeh prayer at night, as well as during the long working day.

What You'll Learn * The importance of keeping healthy and fit during Ramadan * The connection between strong health and spirituality * Why some of us get fat in Ramadan (and how to control your weight during the Blessed Month) * The food groups you must rely on during Iftar and Suhoor * What to eat during Iftar to ensure you remain energetic throughout the night (plus what NOT to eat) * What to eat during Suhoor to ensure you're filled with energy throughout the long hours of the day (plus what NOT to eat) * How to deal with temptations and implement healthy portion control during Iftar parties * How to organize the food on your plate to ensure you have enough of each essential food group * How to implement exercise while fasting, and what to do if you don't have time for a full workout. * How Amina schedules her days during Ramadan

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   In this epic conclusion to the 4-part ***‘How to Focus in Prayer’*** series, we’re blessed to have SIX special guests in this bonus episode, packed full of so many valuable gems you could be tweeting them all week!

Episode 1 covered tips on what to do before the prayer to help with focus/khushoo’. Episode 2 focused on tips for during the prayer, while episode 3 covered what we can do after the prayer. In this bonus episode, our wonderful guests provide some solid tips for specific types of Muslims and their situations – a rather unique approach to Khushoo’.

The Muslims that this episode’s tips are aimed towards are:

Entrepreneurs / 9-5 workers / or anyone with crazy schedules
New Muslims
Teenage Muslims
Muslims parents (especially the mammas!)

Why so specific? Well, each live different lifestyles, and therefore are subject to different types of distractions and difficulties which may affect their ability to focus in prayer.

Even if you don’t belong to one of these categories, you’re most definitely going to pick up several great tips in this episode – InshaAllah.

       **Buy the e-Book for More Tips** This episode is based on our ’30 Tops Tips for Attaining Khushoo’ in Prayer eBook, which is a highly practical guide featuring a variety of ways in which you can increase your focus in prayer.

It features 4 chapters, up to 50 practical tips and 17 influential guest writers

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 In this episode, part 3 of 4 from the Khushoo series, Usman speaks to Ustadh Majed Mahmoud to discuss some ways in which we can maximise our Khushoo’ and connection to Allah (swt) once the prayer has ended, including the importance of Du’a and Dhikr.

       **Buy the e-Book for More Tips** This episode is based on our ’30 Tops Tips for Attaining Khushoo’ in Prayer eBook, which is a highly practical guide featuring a variety of ways in which you can increase your focus in prayer.

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 This is episode 2 of a 4-part series, based on our popular '**30 Top Tips For Attaining Khushoo' in Prayer'** downloadable eBook, and covers some top tips on what to do ***During the Prayer*** in order to attain more focus and tranquility.

Joining podcast host, Usman, in this episode are 4 wonderful guests who also featured their Khushoo' tips within the eBook:

Shaykh Sohaib Saeed (Quranica)
Ustadha Zakia Usmani (Believer's Path)
Moutasem Al-Hameedy (Rashidoon)
Omar Esa (Nasheed Artist)

This episode is full of inspiring and valuable content that will help you improve the quality of your prayer, InshaAllah.

What you'll learn * How to let go of your worries and stresses and focus solely on Allah (swt) during the Salah * The importance of good recitation and understanding the Qur'an when it comes to attaining Khushoo' (feat. Shaykh Sohaib Saeed) * An AMAZING Hadith which describes how Allah (swt) responds as you recite Suratul-Fatihah * How thinking of the rewards of prayer can increase your Khushoo' * The number one "secret" for attaining Khushoo' in prayer, without which you will never attain true tranquility! (feat. Zakia Usmani) * The power of humility in the prayer: how changing your inner self can open up many doors to incredible Khushoo' (feat. Moutasem Al-Hameedy) * The importance of realising Who you are standing in front of during prayer (feat. Omar Esa)

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   In this episode of the Deenspiration podcast, Usman covers some easy tips and tricks on what to do before the prayer begins in order to attain Khushoo’.

It’s all about the preparation for the ultimate performance, and standing before Allah – the Lord of the Worlds – on the most honourable stage that is the prayer.

From a surprising fact about Wudu, to guest tips from Mifrah Mahroof (Muslim Life Hackers) and Halimah El-Kurghali (Quran Rehab), this fun and engaging episode is the first of 4 in the #KhushooTips series.

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