Modern Muslim life beyond the headlines.
By Noor MasrIt’s the day after your wedding! The big night went off without a hitch [or with one ;)] and you and your new husband are ready to fall in love all over again on your honeymoon. On this magical vacation, you do not want to spend time worried about which foods are halal, which areas…
By imaanasimI won’t lie to you. This Ramadan was tough. It’s my seventh Ramadan fasting, and the hardest one to date. I’ve been back in England for almost a year now — after living in Qatar for nine years — trying to survive my first year of A-Levels unscathed. It was a rollercoaster month of ups…
By sarahmohrMany of us have the blessing of having a Quran teacher who at some point has helped us greatly improve our diin. My Quran teacher is just such a wonderful gift of a woman, mashallah la haula wa la quwatta illah billah. And before she talks about Quran or Hadith, or the months or seasons,…
By fazilanaeemiWarning: This article may contain mild spoilers Ava DuVernay’s “When They See Us” is a flashlight for the generation that has never heard of the injustice five boys from Harlem faced; it sheds light on a group of young boys of color, who lost five to fifteen years of their lives to the prison system….
By Amina RadwanDisclaimer: The views expressed in this article are strictly those of the writer. It is no hidden secret that fashion is changing daily. What once used to be viewed as unusual in the fashion community is now becoming the highlight of every fashion show. People ask me why I don’t wear shorts, skirts, or even…
By Mecca AzizEditor’s note: As we rapidly approach the end of Ramadan, let’s take the lesson this article offers as battle-cry against the period-shamers from this moment into the following Ramadans to come, inshAllah! While Muslims around the world scrambled to prepare for our Holy Month of Ramadan, I found myself casually scrolling Twitter, eager to catch…
By Sarah Huxtable MohrMany of us have the blessing of having a Quran teacher who at some point has helped us greatly improve our diin. My Quran teacher is just such a wonderful gift of a woman, mashallah la haula wa la quwatta illah billah. And before she talks about Quran or Hadith, or the months or seasons,…
By lunaazzureDisclaimer: This article is in no way meant to substitute for medical or mental health advice from a trained and educated mental health professional. Muslim Girl encourages those who need help to seek it, and encourages the use of resources such as therapists, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and trained mental health professionals. You should never try…
By Amina RadwanWe are in the thick of Ramadan and guess what else is right around the corner? My period. YAY! I love cramping, feeling fatigued and practically dying from my uterus contracting. Let’s not forget the loads of pads I will go through, and the possibilities of an “accident” happening. Being a girl is so much…
By Guest BloggerDear Co-Workers and Bosses, Today marks the second week of Ramadan! A time where Muslims like myself fast from sunrise to sunset. That means no food and no water for the entire work day! In the past, Muslims have felt the need to write emails and letters to their respective bosses explaining why they might…
By vanessaelshamyWe are a week into Ramadan, and what a whirlwind it has been. No, Ramadan isn’t just about not eating or drinking during the time the sun is up. It’s also about abstaining from impurities, living as frugally as possible, performing extra prayers for ourselves and for others, etc. However, most people probably know Ramadan…
By Jana Al-NahhasAuthor’s note: Shame work can be complicated and is often not attached to our own mistakes, but the errors of others, especially if the legacy of trauma or avoidance has been passed from generation to generation. In the event that you are struggling with understanding how and why it arises in your life, or you…
By Jessica Daqamsseh“I’m just on a green card. I have no rights.” A woman laments her fate to two unsuspecting Arabic store employees. The customers wanted the imam-boast of a white American woman’s journey to Islam. A few alhamdullillahs and mashaAllahs to celebrate the tale. Instead, an uncomfortable silence permeated the room, leaving the two men in…
By Nida SiddiqIn the second article of this 4-part mini-series, Florida-based superwoman Nida Siddiq narrates a no holds barred chat about challenging taboos when it comes to her young kids. A few days ago, my daughter brought home the family life/human sexuality consent form from school. I didn’t hesitate to give my consent for her to take the class….
By Amina KhanAs the days tick down to Ramadan, an excited flurry of preparation begins! Many of us begin stocking our freezers with delicious frozen treats, getting creative with beautiful home décor, and planning our Ramadan schedules. However, despite all these preparations, many of us struggle with low energy, exhaustion, and fatigue while fasting. The reason is…
