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Freedom Through Surrender: Overcoming the Ego and Finding Peace in Islam | Blog

In traditions of Islamic spiritual cultivation, unlocking the fullness of our human potential requires that we strive to free ourselves from the dictates of the commanding ego-self, the part of our consciousness whose...

Dr. Celene Ibrahim and Najiba Akbar

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Celebrating the Holidays as a Muslim Convert | Blog

The Christmas holidays were the most important time of year for my family (the Browns and the Pattersons). It was the only time of year when we would see our grandparents, aunts, and uncle, first at my grandparents’...

Dr. Jonathan Brown

Who is Jesus in Islam? | Blog

Jesus (peace be upon him) has a special status in Islam. He’s the servant of God and the bearer of the Gospels. Jesus is one of the 5 greatest messengers sent to man, and God mentioned him specifically 25 times in the...

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The Power of a Positive Home Environment: What the Research Says | Blog

This post was written in collaboration with The Family and Youth Institute. Do you have a parenting resolution for the new school year? What about having a more positive environment at home? In this article, The Family...

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3 Steps to Show Gratitude in Islam | Blog

You wake up one day and check your mail to find an unexpected package in your name. You haven’t ordered anything recently, so you’re curious as to what it could be. After you open it, you realize a dear friend sent you...

Tamer Desouky

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Are You a Visual Learner? Here Are 5 Islamic Infographics to Learn From Today | Blog

Visual learners make up 65% percent of the population, so it’s no wonder that infographics are one of the most popular forms of content today. In addition to simplifying complex topics, infographics also improve our...

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It’s Okay to Be Different: How to Talk to Kids About Halloween and Islam | Blog

I was driving my 5 year old son home from his swimming lessons when he told me about a conversation he had with his swimming instructor. It’s a conversation I imagine many Muslim kids and parents in the West have had in...

Sh. Ibrahim Hindy

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Tadabbur: 10 steps to a deeper connection with the Qur’an | Blog

“Whoever receives the Qur’an, it is as Allah has spoken to him.” In this statement, Muḥammad ibn Kaʿb al-Qurẓī (d. 108/726) expresses one of the most important objectives in revealing the Qur’an: to personally connect...

Sh. Yousef Wahb

Dealing with grief and loss- When you're not ready to say goodbye

Not Ready to Say Goodbye: Dealing With Grief and Loss | Blog

I am not a person who likes goodbyes. And this topic is a difficult one to tackle as it is deeply personal for me. As I write this piece, however, I am preparing my children to say goodbye to their beloved grandfather...

Zaynab Ansari

Dealing With Trauma | Book Launch Webinar

Trauma is more common than you think. Well over half of your friends, colleagues, and closest family members have experienced harrowing events in their lives. Maybe you have too. Trauma can dwell in your body for years...

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Healing from Divorce and Loss | Webinar

For those of us who have experienced divorce firsthand, we know how difficult it can be. We are often left feeling frustrated or hurt by how matters were handled and ended. Despite its taboo nature today, Allah and His...

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8 Questions Your Muslim Teens Are Asking | Blog

Our students and children are naturally inquisitive. Out of their curiosity, they often ask questions about our beliefs and the things we do. Sometimes, even as teachers, we ourselves don’t know how to articulate...

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Freedom Through Surrender: Overcoming the Ego and Finding Peace in Islam | Blog

Celebrating the Holidays as a Muslim Convert | Blog

Who is Jesus in Islam? | Blog

The Power of a Positive Home Environment: What the Research Says | Blog

3 Steps to Show Gratitude in Islam | Blog

Are You a Visual Learner? Here Are 5 Islamic Infographics to Learn From Today | Blog

It’s Okay to Be Different: How to Talk to Kids About Halloween and Islam | Blog

Tadabbur: 10 steps to a deeper connection with the Qur’an | Blog

Not Ready to Say Goodbye: Dealing With Grief and Loss | Blog

Dealing With Trauma | Book Launch Webinar

Healing from Divorce and Loss | Webinar

8 Questions Your Muslim Teens Are Asking | Blog

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