By Marwa DiafYou’re never too old to get excited about Eid. There is just something about waking up in the morning, putting on your best clothes, and spending the day with family and friends. With Eid Al-Adha 2019 right around the corner, we decided to share some of our favorite trends to inspire your Eid outfit. Because…
By Marwa DiafI was personally super excited for the launch of the Banana Republic hijabs. No, not because we desperately needed them. Not because they’re affordable, but because they represented more than that. These hijabs and the model represented inclusion and diversity. Growing up, I was always discouraged by the fact that hijab and modest clothing weren’t…
By Marwa DiafIt’s time to call Donald Trump exactly what he is: racist, sexist, and an outright fascist. We’ve been seeing his disgusting ideology unfold in front of our very eyes since the minute he announced his candidacy for president, and he hasn’t slowed down since. As if he hasn’t done enough, Trump has taken it a step…
By Marwa DiafMy mornings used to consist of jumping out of bed, brushing my teeth, and getting ready for the day without a single thought as to how to accomplish such simple tasks. That all changed about five years ago. Growing up, I always wondered why I had such large calves. I was always told they were…
By Marwa DiafMoving into a new apartment or house is a milestone in today’s society. It’s an exciting time, and usually signifies a fresh start. Many of us have different rituals we may practice when moving into our new home, whether it’s religious, or for health reasons. When it comes to religion, we may listen to Quran,…
By Marwa DiafWhere has humanity gone? A question that is on most of our minds. When we talk humanity, we think of compassion, helping hands, open arms. As humans, it is our natural instinct to survive. Unfortunately, survival means something different depending on where you live. Imagine finally getting the courage to flee danger, whether it’s a…
By Marwa Diaf“A” is a 33-year-old woman in Florida living with lupus. In between her hectic life as a social worker and a newlywed, she has had to battle debilitating chronic pain. Given Florida’s restrictive rules surrounding opioid medication, “A” suffered through her crippling pain for years before she came across a potential solution to her day-to-day…
By Marwa DiafIn the world of ‘millennial pink’, filters, and hipster coffee shops, there’s also anxiety, depression and unrealistic expectations. It’s no secret that Muslim women are already faced with unrealistic expectations of how we should live our lives. These expectations are assigned to us from the Muslim community that basically stem from ancient traditions. Seems like…
By Marwa DiafMarc Lamont Hill gave a monumental speech discussing the importance of solidarity and justice for the Palestinian people during an event at the United Nations. A speech that called for freedom and basic human rights. A speech that called Israel out for its continuous illegal occupation, destruction, and violence. A speech based on facts, and…
