How do we take care of ourselves?

Do we feel that Islam is just a list of rules? Do we only think about Allah as the one who will punish us only? Ustadha Yasmin discusses this misunderstanding and more.

Have you ever said “I want to kill myself. I am tired of living. I just want to die.” Listen to Mufti Menk’s advice.

There is only one real love that matters the most and from that love is where our love for everything else in life will come to play.

How can we overcome self-doubt and learn how to get over the hurdles in our way? Sh. Omar Suleiman explores how we can ask Allah to guide us through our doubts to make better progress to our journey to Him, especially during this blessed month of Ramadan.

As you grow older so do your responsibility and sometimes you become so busy that you forget about yourself. We all know the saying you can’t pour from an empty cup, take care of yourself first. Self-care doesn’t necessarily mean giving yourself a couple hours and relaxing by doing nothing. It could be a deed that you do in private that gives you a sense of self-gratification. Allah SWT tells us in Surat Ghafir verse 60 وَقَالَ رَبُّكُمُ ادْعُونِي أَسْتَجِبْ لَكُمْ And your Lord says, “Call upon Me; I will respond to you.” Something as small as pouring your heart out to Allah SWT can be so therapeutic and help you destress.

As you grow older so do your responsibility and sometimes you become so busy that you forget about yourself. We all know the saying you can’t pour from an empty cup, take care of yourself first. Self-care doesn’t necessarily mean giving yourself a couple hours and relaxing by doing nothing. It could be a deed that you do in private that gives you a sense of self-gratification. Allah SWT tells us in Surat Ghafir verse 60 وَقَالَ رَبُّكُمُ ادْعُونِي أَسْتَجِبْ لَكُمْ And your Lord says, “Call upon Me; I will respond to you.” Something as small as pouring your heart out to Allah SWT can be so therapeutic and help you destress.

Sometimes we confuse sadness with depression. Depression is an extreme case of sadness. What are the ways we can help overcome our depression in Islam?

Depression is something that is very common during this time especially. The severity of depression can depend. We live in a world where everyone is about that ‘Instagram-life’ where everything looks perfect online. That can have a negative effect on others who are simply watching and don’t necessarily have a picture-perfect life.

What is istiqamah? How do we attain it and keep it?

In the wake of emotional burnout, self-care is the new way of coping with the world’s problems. How do we build capacity like the Prophet to where we can be exposed to so much, but still have something to give without getting depleted?

Mufti Menk reminds us that if we want to attain peace in our lives and in our hearts we must make sure we a doing all the obligatory actions that make up the fundamentals of Islam

There is a need in every single human. Something needs to be filled. Everyone is motivated to fill it. What are you filling it in with? What should we fill it in with?

Imam Zaid Shakir expounds on the crises of despair in society, impact on the Muslim community, and the cure for this disease. Khutbah given at Lighthouse Mosque, Oakland, CA. on 9-14-18.

Standing up is not just a posture of prayer, but a way of life that stands as a metaphor to assist us to meet our own challenges and set-backs. Listen as our teachers engage more deeply with the questions and doubts often raised in our minds. This session seeks to provide Qur’anic guidance for exploring the counter-intuitive messages of how we grow spiritually amidst personal and collective setbacks.

This world is tough on our souls and we may sometimes find ourselves at a loss drowning in our own lives. How do we recover and get through this?

Sometimes we find ourselves losing our way on the straight path. What are the ways to get back on and how do we remain on the straight path?

Treating health issues related to the mind is a growing crisis. What does Islam say about these conditions? How can we conquer them?

Often times in life we focus on the negativity and the past preventing us form moving forward and progressing in life. We are stuck in a state of stagnation and unhappiness. How do we move forward in life?

Sister Dunia Shuaib gives a short reminder on tips to manage your anxiety.

We are in the age of loneliness. Social isolation is detriment to our physical health and our spiritual health.

Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan discusses ayat in the Qur’an that talk about Ramadan and Hajj and connects the two pillars of Islam with managing your money and it’s relation to human psychology. This Khutbah was given at the Colleyville Masjid Islamic Association of Mid Cities on June 24, 2016.

Many of us live lives that are comfortable but internally many of us are shackled mentally, emotionally and psychological. How do we break through this prison?

Think about what? About whom? And why? Shaykh Yassir Fazaga explains.

How would we react when a false accusation is made against you or your loved one? Ustadha Yasmin reminds us of the story of Ifk and the accusation made against the wife of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her). How did the Prophet (s) react? What did Aisha (ra) do?

Have you seen him who takes his low desires for his god? (Surah Furqan, 25:43)

And know that Allah knows what is within yourselves, so beware of Him. (Surah Baqarah, 2:235)

Balance holds a very significant place in every phase of life, and yet the phenomenon of social media creates an inner world for us to become so self-focused that it can lead to narcissism. It is a self-love, a need for attention to keep the fragile inner ego convinced it is liked. A recent study has found that students who posted more often on Facebook and Twitter scored higher in specific measures of different types of narcissism, including personality traits such as being exhibitionists, exploitative, and feeling superior. This may result in over-evaluating the importance of our own opinions. How do we center ourselves to the consciousness that every individual should pursue life with firm balance and composure? The goal sought in the remembrance of God is the attainment of balance and being centered as one submits to the consciousness of the Divine.

We sometimes focus on our physical bodies when injured but what about our spiritual bodies? Where is the aid when our spiritual bodies are injured? Ustadha Yasmin Mogahed discusses this.

In Surah Al-Ma’arij, Allah uses a powerful word to describe the human psyche. Ustadh Nouman explains how the word “halu’a” ingeniously captures our knee jerk reaction to adversity; how we get angry, give up and slip into despair. On the flip side, when good things happen to us, our immediate tendency is to be greedy and fearful of giving wealth or even knowledge. Yet in the same surah Allah provides a remedy for this condition. It is through consistent prayer and charity that we can contain our default reactions, learn to be grateful and put issues into proper perspective.

The Khutbah was recorded at the Euless Campus on Oct. 13, 2017

Depression is something that is around us all the time. Does it mean that if I suffer from depression, my Iman is weak?

Hear Shaykha Rania Awaad M.D. speak about spirituality and mental health at the Islamic Center of Nashville.

In this lecture, Sh. A.R. Chao expounds on the importance of having a positive and healthy view of oneself. How can we improve our self esteem and appreciate what Allah we has given to our bodies to become a better Muslim.

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