On the surface, the mainstream fitness industry, by and large, promotes a superficial, sensual picture of success. We see images of chiseled abs, bikini bodies and proud smiles framing flexed muscles in gym selfies and advertisements. We are told that this brand of fitness will make us happier, more productive and improve our quality of
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3 Things You Can Do for Healthier Work/Personal Relationships
As a Holistic Health & Lifestyle Coach, I work with individuals to help them reach their goals and overcome blocks and obstacles in their way. Want to know a huge and very common obstacle that gets in the way of productivity? Unhealthy relationships! It doesn’t matter how good you are with your planner, time management,
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How to Practically Set Personal Work Standards
Having recently completed the Productive Muslim masterclass I thought to myself: I have received many tools to improve my life – but how will I determine when to apply what I have learned? The young engineer in me wanted to fix “everything”, apply all I learned to overhaul my mornings, evenings, and daily schedules. Then,
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Barakah Culture vs. Hustle Culture: How to Win More Days Without Losing Your Soul
Over the last few years, a new breed of motivational/self-help experts appeared on YouTube and wrote books on what many are now calling “Hustle Culture.” The ideas expressed by those operating within this community emphasize that to be successful you should always be working hard, getting the “impossible” done, and cutting sleep to start the
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How I Found The Much Needed Balance Between My Faith and Professional Life
In July 2018, Jerry Muscadin, Program Manager and Experienced Director in the Healthcare Industry, had enough of feeling unproductive, disorganised and helpless. Trying to balance work, family life, and growing in faith was proving to be challenging. He took the first step of his personal development journey by joining the Productive Muslim Masterclass, and we’re
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The Struggles of Praying at Work: Why & How to Ask for a Prayer Room
I was alone in the room, standing calmly, trying my best to focus on this very exclusive meeting I was in, then suddenly… the door opened, followed by footsteps and loud talking….it all went downhill from there. I lost my focus. I lost the precious moment I was in as my mind started wondering “what
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