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January 19, 2025 A Muslim Woman's Powerful Story of Turning Grief into Strength | Hafsah Adham
Shaykha Fatima Barkatullah is joined by Hafsah Adham, who speaks about how her faith in Allah helped her deal with her husband's death and why Muslims should engage in ethical business and marketing.

00:00 - Introduction
04:25 - Coping With Husband's Death and Finding Purpose
08:04 - Grieving and Finding Strength
17:16 - Navigating Grief and Support Systems
24:22 - Faith, Grief, and Acceptance
28:27 - Living with Intention and Purpose
35:14 - Forgiveness and Faith
41:30 - Navigating Online Business and Ethical Marketing
50:57 - Authenticity in Business and Marketing
58:49 - Ethical Business Practices
01:08:34 - Understanding Self, Relationships, and Purpose
01:14:55 - Realizing the Fragility of Life

Links: https://www.awakenedheartsacademy.com/about
1 hr 17 min
December 12, 2024 The TRUTH about SYRIA & Why Muslims Should be Optimistic - Sh Mujahid Ali
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Mujahid Ali who speaks about seeking knowledge in Syria before the revolution, why the Ummah should celebrate the downfall of the Assad regime and why Muslims should be optimistic about the future.
00:00 - Introduction
02:06 - The fall of the Assad regime
04:27 - Choosing Syria to seek Islamic knowledge.
06:32 - Arrival and settling in Syria for studies.
07:53 - Initial observations about Bashar al-Assad's regime.
15:34 - Spiritual environment in Damascus and study routine.
17:22 - Historical significance of the Sham region.
21:05 - Contributions of the Umayyad Caliphate.
22:40 - Trials and tribulations in the region.
31:20 - Coexistence of different communities in Syria.
31:49 - Unique experiences and stories in Syria.
32:31 - Bilal's (RA) grave and historical sites.
37:15 - Renowned Islamic scholars and their final resting places.
38:15 - Historical significance of various sites in Syria.
38:30 - Good news about Syria and hopes for Palestine.
39:14 - Discussion about skepticism over celebrating Assad's downfall.
40:22 - Reflection on the oppression under Bashar al-Assad.
44:27 - Encouragement for Syrians to enjoy their regained freedom.
46:30 - Influence of Turkey and hopes for Syria's stability.
47:55 - Observations from visits to Syria before the Arab Spring.
52:18 - Discussion on the resilience and spirit of the Syrian people.
56:55 - Analyzing some causes behind the revolution.
1:00:50 - The importance of global Muslim solidarity with Syria.
1:04:05 - Concluding thoughts on Syria's path forward.
1:04:55 - Final messages of optimism and unity for Syria's future.
1 hr 6 min
December 01, 2024 Sami Hamdi's POWERFUL MESSAGE to the Ummah About the Struggle for GAZA
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Sami Hamdi who speaks about the need for supportive families, his journey into Tunisian politics, lessons from Bosnia and why Muslims should not stop struggling for Gaza.
00:01 - Balancing Family and Activism
06:19 - Marriage and Building a Fortress
15:33 - Purpose and Expectations in Marriage
25:58 - Shaping Influences and Political Realities
37:24 - Power Dynamics in Tunisian Politics
41:45 - Lessons in Leadership and Influence
45:56 - Staying True to Islamic Principles in Politics
49:24 - Lessons in Practice and Faith
55:47 - Impact of Gaza on US Politics
59:13 - Impact of Gaza on Global Politics
1:08:01 - Power of Perseverance and Compassion
1:14:16 - Disconnect in the Ummah
1:19:21 - Stories of Resilience in Bosnia
1:28:16 - Stories of Perseverance and Faith
1:39:22 - Being Optimistic
1 hr 41 min
November 18, 2024 Why Muslims Should not IGNORE the Mental Health Crisis! | Dr Rania Awaad
Shaykha Fatima Barkatullah is joined by Dr Rania Awaad who discusses the Islamic perspective on mental health.

00:00 - Intro
02:38 - First impressions of Britain's Muslim commnunity
03:37 - Dr Rania's Role Models
04:55 - Combining Deen & Dunya
06:16 - Entering the mental health profession
07:18 - The difference between psychiatry and psychology
08:17 - Muslim attitude towards mental health
09:20 - The resilience of the Palestinians
10:05 - Has mental health issues increased?
11:15 - How to build resilience in our children
15:18 - What are the biggest mental health challenges faced by Muslims in the West?
16:38 - The Seerah and the year of sorrow
19:44 - Can sinning affect mental health?
21:33 - What is Islamic Psychology?
24:02 - OCD and waswasa
27:45 - What is depression?
32:56 - Everyday things which could affect our mental health
35:00 - Things you can do to help your mental health
37:42 - The Qur'an is a healer
41:32 - Practising seclusion & disconnecting
43:46 - Maristan & Dr Rania's vision for Mental Health
48:47 - Mental health resources
50:36 - Conclusion

Links:
https://alkhaleeltours.com/alkhaleelinstitute
https://maristan.org/
54 min
July 28, 2024 Why I Quit the Music Industry | Safe Adam
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Safe Adam who explains why he quit being a singer-songwriter in the mainstream music industry and how Allah helped him become a successful nasheed artist.
1 hr
June 26, 2024 Why So Many Marriages are Failing and the Solutions! | Qari Ishaaq Jasat
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Qari Ishaaq Jasat, where they identify some of the reasons why marriages are failing and discuss ways people can make their marriages stronger.

00:00 - Intro
02:38 - Receiving 13 divorce cases in one month
06:22 - Is marriage difficult?
10:21 - Why marriages are breaking down - some examples
17:49 - Be clear about expectations BEFORE marriage
20:21 - Marriage requires constant learning
25:01 - Why some marriages don't last for more than 2 years
34:42 - Why you should never compare your spouse to someone else!
38:35 - Arguments sometimes happen
42:21 - Marriage is a lifelong responsibility
43:59 - Belittling your spouse is really bad
44:40 - Men want respect, and women want love
48:18 - You are a team after getting married
56:54 - My Qur'an Journal

You can purchase My Qur'an Journal at: https://www.getmyquranjournal.com
1 hr
April 04, 2024 The Greatest Miracle of My Life | Rahim Jung
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Rahim Jung who discusses powerful lessons from his life and shares the greatest miracle of his life.

00:00 - Intro
02:58 - Growing up without a Muslim identity
09:18 - What sparked me to come back to Islam
11:45 - Getting the Dunya and feeling an emptiness
14:49 - Happiness vs Contentment
18:33 - Accepting our Qadr
20:19 - Don’t chase fame!
21:44 - Beware of the hidden shirk
23:23 - The powerful example of Umar (ra)
25:18 - How to remain sincere whilst being in the public eye
33:31 - How did you become a TV presenter?
38:00 - Pushing yourself outside your comfort zone
42:41 - Miraculous Sadaqah stories
48:17 - Charity is a means getting all types of du’as accepted
51:04 - How my mother miraculously embraced Islam
1:04:57 - Never give up making du’a
1 hr 8 min
March 19, 2024 How to Pray Like the Prophet ﷺ | Ustadh Asim Khan
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Ustadh Asim Khan where they share practical tips on how to develop khushu (focus & devotion) in salah.

00:00 - Intro
02:24 - What's the strangest place you've played Salah in?
07:01 - Leading Salah at Masjid Al Aqsa
08:04 - One tip which has transformed Ustadh Asim's Salah
09:24 - The power of Wudhu
12:29 - Should we focus on Fiqh or Khushu more?
13:38 - What is Khushu?
15:22 - Being 'present' with the mind and body in Salah
16:54 - Having reverence and awe of Allah during Salah
20:20 - Avoid praying too fast!
25:46 - How a non-Muslim's Sajdah taught Ustadh Asim a big lesson
29:05 - What does Mihrab mean?
30:00 - Repelling Shaytan's whispers in Salah
31:53 - More top Khushu tips
39:31 - The 5 levels of Salah
47:12 - Does having Khushu mean you don't know what's going on around you?
52:32 - Praying Salah at work
57:04 - Planning your day around Salah
01:03:15 - Tips for waking up for Fajr

Get Ustadh Asim's Elevate Your Salah book here: https://www.elevateyoursalah.com/
1 hr 8 min
February 29, 2024 My Unforgettable Qur'an Journey - Lessons & Tips | Ustadh Yahya Raaby
Ustadh Shabbir and Ustadh Yahya Raaby share their hifdh journeys and discuss ways in how we can develop a relationship with the Qur'an. Ustadh Yayha also shares tips on how to have a productive Ramadan.

00:00 - Intro
01:59 - Memorable Ramadan moments
05:00 - Leading Tarawih for the first time
08:03 - Ustadh Yahya’s Qur’an Journey
15:19 - The Somali way of revising the Qur’an
16:17 - Ustadh Shabbir’s best days of his life
18:59 - Learning life lessons from teachers
21:59 - Learning Arabic in the UK
27:08 - Don’t think you’re too sinful to open the Qur’an
31:11 - What does it mean to have a relationship with the Qur’an?
32:22 - Who are ‘the People of the Qur’an’?
34:40 - How to reflect over the Qur’an if you don’t know Arabic
40:15 - The power of morning and evening Adhkar
50:00 - Reflecting on the Stories from the Qur’an
51:58 - Qur’an Memorisation tips
56:34 - How to have a productive Ramadan
1:01:32 - Qur’an recitation
1 hr 4 min
February 11, 2024 How to Find Halal Love | Sh Ibraheem Menk
Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Ibraheem Menk where they speak about how to find a spouse and what struggles people go through when looking for someone suitable.

00:00 - Intro
03:45 - Does marriage fix everything?
11:47 - When will we know when we are ready to get married?
19:10 - Negotiables & non-negotiables, making compromises
23:53 - Mature love
25:35 - Don't pin your happiness on others
28:01 - If men get Hoors, what will women get in Jannah?
31:24 - How do I find someone?
32:30 - Asking elders/imams to find someone for you
33:01 - Telling elders you found someone you want to get married to
35:24 - Using marriage apps
38:12 - Directly approaching a sister
42:41 - Asking a sister for her mahram's number
46:27 - Hurdles in finding someone
47:20 - Don't be too picky
48:14 - Don't be shy in telling people that you are looking to get married
49:35 - The importance of having Taqwa
57 min