In this first episode of Psych in Islam, we explore the connection between psychology and spirituality through an Islamic lens.

Host Robert is joined by Fareed as they discuss insights from Psychology from the Islamic Perspective by Dr. Aisha Utz—highlighting the limitations of secular psychology and the importance of incorporating faith into understanding human nature.

Together, they dive into:

•  Why modern psychology can feel incomplete without spirituality 
•  The role of Islam in shaping identity, purpose, and mental well-being 
•  Personal reflections on growing up Muslim in the West 
•  The importance of seeking knowledge and self-understanding 
•  How concepts like death and the Hereafter can bring clarity and peace 

Also, here is a free pdf copy of the book if you'd like to tag along with us as we go through it. 

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/my-drive

Here is the post Robert refers to. 

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14324463/God-comeback-Gen-Z-atheists-parents.html

And according to Claude.ai, the statistics cited are real, but the article presents a  narrow finding as a sweeping religious revival. It's worth treating the framing with skepticism and seeking out more nuanced sources (like Pew Research or academic surveys) for the full picture.

And the Al Fatiha (Opening) Tasfir mentioned by Fareed can be found below. 

https://quran.com/1:1/tafsirs/en-tafisr-ibn-kathir

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In this introductory episode of Psych in Islam, we share the vision behind a podcast exploring psychology through an Islamic lens. As a young convert and intending to be the podcast's moderator, Robert Andaluz reflects on discovering the depth and beauty of Islam beyond media narratives and cultural assumptions. With fellow brothers, join us to embark on a thoughtful journey to explore life’s fundamental questions like: Who are we? Why are we here? And how can we cultivate healthy minds and become our best selves? Whether Muslim or not, we invite all types of listeners to explore faith, psychology, and personal growth. 

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