We live in an age of instant gratification. People want things quickly in the shortest format possible and want immediate results. To cater to these changes in society, lectures have gotten shorter, bite-sized content increased, and long-term studies all but disappeared. The sensible thing to do in such situations is to give people what they…
This lesson is extracted from our Ethical Living course. Access the full course here. We live in a world that constantly tells us to put ourselves first. Follow your dreams. Do what makes you happy. Protect your peace. You do not owe anybody anything. If a relationship becomes difficult, walk away. If your family disagrees…
The Importance of Family Ties in Islam: Four Lessons from the Sunnah Family ties occupy a special place in Islam. Maintaining good relationships with our relatives is not simply a matter of culture or social etiquette. It is an act of worship, a means of earning the pleasure of Allah, and a responsibility that every…
This lesson is extracted from our Ethical Living series. Access the full series at an 80% discount here: https://courses.islamicselfhelp.com/p/ethical-living?coupon_code=SDQ1 One of the most important aspects of Islamic character development is the ability to seek advice from others. In Arabic, this is known as shura, or consultation. It is something we rarely discuss when studying akhlaq,…
One year ago, 30 September 2025, was my last official day as a fulltime employee of an Islamic organization. After eighteen years of working fulltime jobs at various Islamic organizations, and five years with my last company, I finally decided to take a big step into the unknown, quit my job, and try to make…