Eyes on the prize, baby!
By MG StaffAs we enter the last ten days of Ramadan, it may be hard for some of us to enter it with the same zealousness we approached the beginning of the month with. Some of us are struggling to keep being the best versions of ourselves throughout this entire blessed month. Well, call me basically any…
By Every year, Ramadan seems to come faster than I expect; like a whirlwind that doesn’t give me the time I need to prepare for the month. I am left surprised that it’s arrived and unprepared to begin the Holy Month. As someone who likes to ensure that things are under control and in good order,…
By If someone looked up Ramadan in a Google search, they would probably find the words ‘family’, ‘fasting’, ‘suhoor’, ‘iftaar’, ‘late night prayers’, and ‘fasting breath’ associated with it. For young Muslims in college today, Ramadan has come during the summer months for the last few years. This means that many of us are home, waiting to…
By Sharing knowledge and increasing awareness about Islamic practices that we as Muslims follow with non-Muslim colleagues help increase inclusion for Muslims at work and in society. Being inclusive takes more work than being just a diverse workplace. Being inclusive means welcoming people from diverse backgrounds to bring their whole selves to work, without diminishing who…
By nehalnasercon·tent·ment kənˈtentmənt/ noun 1. a state of happiness and satisfaction. If there’s something that has the potential to serve us faithfully, it is contentment. One of the biggest blessings that can be bestowed on an individual is that feeling of ease no matter what is sent their way. Society is structured in such a way…
By I set off on a voyage a long time ago, and now my ship has reached the seas of Ramadan. The moon has been sighted, taraweeh prayers have begun, and my heart-sails have been unfurled and now fill with the winds of joy and anticipation at the powerful potential this beautiful month has for lasting…
By raneemalozziFor most of the Muslims I know, the month of Ramadan is their favorite time of the year. The longs fasts, the drowsy suhoors, the warm iftars, the family gatherings, Taraweeh prayers that flow into the night, and even the feeling in the air. I cannot pinpoint what part of Ramadan makes it what it…
By breonnahcolonThe past five months have been filled with some of the most life-changing events of my entire life. I’ve reverted to Islam, made the choice to wear hijab and practice modest clothing, learned how to pray properly — all of which intimidated me and I couldn’t properly envision a year ago. Coming from a mindset…
By It’s nearing the end of Taraweeh prayers on the first night of Ramadan and palms are open to the ceiling all around me. Amidst the tears, are cries of supplication to God, with emotion hanging heavy in the warm mosque air. To my left is a woman collapsed in prayer, weeping silently for the protection…
By breonnahcolonMay, and the countdown to Ramadan, came quickly this year. Much like last year, I’m hyper-aware of the days passing, becoming more and more conscious of just how many times I buy a coffee, chew gum, or snack on a chocolate chip cookie or soup. My anticipation grows, along with my nervousness. It’s a very…
By AZMIAWhen we think about Ramadan, fasting is usually what comes to everyone’s mind. As Ramadan kicks off, you’ve probably already heard “Not even water?!” at least five times. Ramadan — particularly fasting — can be challenging, even for those of us in the best of health. For those of us with chronic illnesses, fasting during…
By MG StaffDuring Ramadan, we bury the hanger hatchet and strive to be our best selves. For some of us, this is a month where we’re at the mosque almost as much as our own homes; we’re our most generous, our most kind, our most loving. And then Eid rolls around, and while we’re in those samosa…
By Fatima NThis pinky blush abaya by Aairah Clothing is the best part of Day 29’s outfit. And, the brand is U.S.-based as requested by our readers. Hello, faster shipping! The outfit ideas with this abaya are literally endless, so we’ll leave it up to you. But we do have some accessories. For the hijab, wear this…
By Fatima NDay 29’s outfit brings together lilac and metallic hues. Dina and Toosy Tokio’s line Doosy Filtina’s scarf in metallic beige pairs well with this lilac top. The tiered sleeves bring in all the drama, so keep the rest of the outfit simple with white palazzo pants from MG closest staple Inayah. Peeking out of those…
By maryam abdul-kareemIn the spirit of embracing the last few days of Ramadan and just in being a good Muslim in general here is a worthy cause you can get down with: Building the Leaders of Tomorrow. “Help support our youth from across the country with scholarships as they follow their dreams to attend a Quran and…
