By MG StaffHow important is emotional health in Islam? Just as we give priority to our mental health, we must also prioritize our emotional or mental health. Unfortunately, many Muslims fall victim to the stigma that surrounds conversations around mental health and wellness. In this video, Dunia Shuaib shares her insights on the importance of emotional health…
By Zainab KhanEmbracing the religion of Islam is a great honor. However, entering into a new religion can be daunting. Finding a support system and navigating through life’s moments can seem difficult for reverts. Here is a list of inspirational and motivating videos for reverts as they journey through Islam! The Internet Can Be a Supportive You…
By Asiya BharadiaOne of the hardest things to face in life is to watch someone you love in need of healing due to an illness. And while science and technology have advanced and we’ve made more discoveries over the years, there’s only so much our doctors and experts can do. In those times we end up feeling…
By Tashfia AnjumWhile I am no pop star, I have never resonated more with a character growing up than I did with Hannah Montana. As a young girl who grew up in the early 2000s era, I lived vicariously through TV show personalities – and I particularly gravitated toward the show “Hannah Montana,” a television series that…
By Fatimah SAs the blessed month of Ramadan comes to an end, many of us want to continue the good habits we began during the month. The desire to better yourself is an integral part of our faith and every effort of practicing good habits counts! Here are three tips for keeping up your good habits after…
By Zainab KhanWithout giving away spoilers or details of the occurrences in “A Bit of Earth”, I’m here to tell you that this coming-of-age novel was whimsical, thought-provoking, and inspirational. The novel, written by Karuna Riazi follows the journey of an orphan, Maria Latif who is struggling to find her place in New York City. Arriving at…
By Zainab KhanIn Islam, the mosque signifies a communal place of worship and is often seen as a safe haven for Muslims to pray and partake in community activities. While congregational prayer in mosques is led by an Imam (religious, male figure) and most attendees at mosques are males, women also partake in being active members of…
By NiaIt’s 4/20, and while it falls on the last day of Ramadan, conversations still need to be held regarding the use of CBD. With the surge in popularity of cannabis products in the West over the last decade or so, inevitably some confusion has risen about the use, effects, and Islamic legality of such products….
By Zainab KhanThe last ten nights of Ramadan are considered the most auspicious because one of these nights marks Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power. It was on this night that the Angel Jibreel revealed the verses of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH.) Muslims around the world spend the night of Laylatul Qadr in worship. Although…
By Asiya Bharadia“Paradise lies under your mother’s feet.” We’ve heard this saying many times throughout our lives. We are raised to honor and cherish our parents, especially our moms. They are typically the parent who has sacrificed their own goals for us, endured challenges merely bringing us into the world, and gone through many tribulations raising us…
By Tabia Masoodi, Masroor AshrafThe mumbling in the entire bus was the last thing Zarqa wanted to deal with. She was already tired, stressed, and experiencing pain in her body. Her only focus was getting a seat on an overly-crowded bus to relieve her pain and to find comfort from the gazing of men and women alike. On the…
By MG StaffMuslim Women’s Day 2023 ushered in another milestone experience for our community: The Muslim Girl Iftar went bicoastal with Soho House. After commemorating Muslim Women’s Day with partners and allies in New York City, we brought the exclusive soirée to our West Coast friends and family with an intimate gathering at Soho Warehouse in Downtown…
By MG StaffIn celebration of Muslim Women’s Day, Muslim Girl partnered with Soho House to close out the evening with our annual Muslim Girl Iftar. Among partners, friends, and allies, Muslim Girl Founder Amani Al-Khatahtbeh hosted an interfaith program featuring an armchair conversation with Halima Aden, the first hijabi model to grace the cover of Vogue. The…
By Fatima ZaidiRamadan – where believers are gathering together as one community for the congregation. Food and beverages of all kinds are prepared by members of the household. People are staying up into the late hours of the night to eat their only meal before sunrise. They are dedicating time to purifying their soul through lectures, recitations…
By Asiya BharadiaThe blessed month of Ramadan is finally here and Alhamdulillah, we’ve been given another opportunity to fast, worship Allah (SWT), and spend our days becoming better Muslims. One of the most important aspects of Ramadan is connecting with the Quran by understanding its message. During Ramadan, we come across people who finish the entire Quran,…
