Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has given us a calendar with periods of time to increase our worship, reflect and renew our faith. Amidst our fast-paced lives, we need these times as a re-energizer, and a reminder to gain or carry on with momentum to strive for the akhirah. Ramadan has passed, so have the 10
Read articleEssential Productivity Lessons from Volunteering (Part 2)
In the last part of this series we focused on why volunteering can be an springboard for gaining numerous skills and making a difference to the Muslim community. I want to now focus on the practical elements of getting involved in volunteering (hopefully having convinced you that giving up your time for a worthy cause
Read articleHow to Pray in a Distraction-Free Zone
One of the most annoying sounds in the mosque or any place where you just want peace and quiet to focus is the irritating tone of yet another phone ringing, and someone reading this article perhaps shares the same sentiments as me (or feels like a guilty culprit!). Salah is an opportunity to re-focus in
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The Qur’an – is the final revelation and guidance for mankind. It is for people no matter where they are in the globe and will be preserved until the Last Day. The Qur’an makes clear The Straight Path, shows the path of righteousness in contrast to the path of falsehood, teaches us the commands and
Read articleHow to develop your family ties with the Quran
One of the greatest gifts of Allah (Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala) to mankind is the revelation of The Noble Quran and it is a Muslim’s source of guidance in our lives. By reading, listening, learning and reciting we can truly benefit in this life and the next. Therefore it is important for every Muslim to utilise their time and make reading the Quran a daily and family activity, for indeed The Qur’an will testify for you or
Read articleTired of Procrastination? Try 'The Blank Mind Technique'
Often when we promise ourselves we will carry on a task, one that will somehow improve our development, relationships or productivity, we find ourselves slouching back. Suddenly a long list of excuses pops, ranging from our inability to ‘not being in the right mood’. Weirdly enough we convince ourselves that it’s not a good idea, or it’s
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