Do you have a pile of work that needs to be done but you just can’t come around to doing it? And has this got you feeling distracted and overwhelmed? If yes, then this interview is for you! Abu Productive brings you gems and tips from the father of modern-day productivity, David Allen. He also
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Lead Like a Boss: by Giving More Than you Take
Imagine two security cameras propped up in the corner of two different offices, each recording the goings-on in the office in HD. Assuming that the cameras only record images and not sounds, imagine you now see – in both offices – the CEO of the respective companies walking into the office and handing over a
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Forgiving Yourself: The Key to Moving On
Have you committed a sin that you are unbelievably ashamed of? Have you made a horrible mistake or let your loved ones down? Are you terrified of the punishment of Allah or of being humiliated? Are you having nightmares about scandals that might ruin your life? “Everybody makes mistakes. Forgive yourself, you are only human.”
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[SISTERS] The Ultimate Guide to Reversing Hijabi Neglect
Deciding to wear hijab can be an overwhelming life change for a Muslim woman. Dealing with the social and spiritual consequences of this decision is more than enough to keep us busy. Unfortunately, this new spiritual development can come at the cost of one’s physical well-being. Wearing hijab is not simply a fashion modification; it
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[Reader Discussion] Powerful Duas that Boost Productivity
Alhamdulillah, we’ve been sharing many tips and resources on how you can be a truly productive Muslim in all spheres of your life. Now it’s your turn to help our readers!
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[Productive Parenting – Part 3] Practical Engagement with Your Child
This is the last article in the “Productive Parenting” series. Part 1 and Part 2 spoke about the need for spending productive time with your children and engaging them in reading sessions, respectively. In this article, we explore how our conversations with our children could be more meaningful and what can be done to ensure we spend quality
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