We are responsible for taking care of our bodies. Here are the top superfoods to try out and how to pick the foods that suit your body.
Let’s Talk Superfoods! Top 5 Picks and How to Choose Yours
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Need to Unplug? Here Are 4 Easy Tips to Do a Social Media Detox Amid Crisis
By sarahmohrDo you feel the urge to unplug from social media for a while? Here are four easy tips that you can follow for a social media detox to get back stronger.
It’s Beginning to Smell Like Seasonal Affective Disorder — Quick! Here’s How to Cope
By sarahmohrSince we’re already into the fall season, we can’t help but feel all the blues looming large on the horizon. But no, worries! We’re spilling all the tea about the coping mechanisms that we’ve personally found to be most effective.
Tips to Avoid Burnout During Gaza Genocide
By Maisha SamihaIf you’ve been feeling emotionally exhausted during the latest political unrest in Palestine, here are our recommended self-care essentials.
Here’s Why Muslim Women Influencers Are Ditching Makeup
By Nida MerchantMuslim women influencers on TikTok have begun addressing how their physical appearance, specifically their use of makeup, directly affects their relationship with Allah (SWT). The use of cosmetics is meant to beautify a woman. But, when using makeup to gain followers and attraction becomes the primary purpose, it creates self-doubt. It even forces women to…
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Here Are Two Things To Remember When Supporting Someone Who’s in Mourning
By Maisha SamihaMourning the loss of a loved one is the most harrowing experience a human can endure. It is sorrowful, uncomfortable, and pungent. Grief can permeate every aspect of our lives and force us to reckon with this new normal of living without a loved one. Dealing with death can be overwhelming and difficult for both…
Check Out These Resources for Muslims Struggling With Addiction
By sarahmohrJuly is Minority Mental Health Month! This is the perfect time to talk about Islamic approaches to addiction and substance use disorders. With the growing drug epidemic, it is clear that all communities are affected. Even though our tradition prohibits drug use, the Muslim community is not immune to consumption. I have had conversations with various…
Here’s What Not to Say to Muslims Battling Depression
By Fatima ZaidiMehran Nazir, a Muslim from California, was described as an extroverted friend and community member before witnessing several calamities that befell his family. The young Muslim man then fell into a dark hole of depression where he would anticipate and envision death when engaged in specific tasks. For example, if Nazir were on a plane,…
Discover 15 Inspiring Muslim Women Mental Health Influencers to Follow
By Lily Syahirah RamlanMental health is an essential topic that is widely discussed these days, irrespective of gender, background, or beliefs. In the past, even in Muslim societies, mental well-being was often considered a taboo subject, and discussing one’s feelings was completely out of the question. Alhamdulillah, as we enter the era of modernization, technological advancements, and increased…
Here Are 5 Resources You Can Count On for Mental Health
By Evette JahangiriIn the Muslim community there exists a pervasive stigma surrounding discussions on mental health hindering open conversations and leading to the attribution of our struggles to unrelated factors. However, in recent years a remarkable shift has occurred in the approach towards mental health, not only within our community, but also among others. To support individuals…
Islam Has Always Advocated for Mental Health and Wellness
By MG StaffThe stigma of speaking about mental health in Muslim communities is real. The irony is that historically Muslims pioneered mental health and wellness by means of therapy and medication. In the video below, Dr. Rania Awaad speaks about how we can incorporate Islam’s traditional, holistic healing practices into our daily lives.
This Is How Muslims Can Destigmatize Mental Health Illness
By GameelahMental health is an essential aspect of overall well-being and is increasingly recognized as an important issue in today’s society. With the growing prevalence of mental health challenges, it is important to acknowledge the role of community and support in promoting mental health and well-being. Abu Hurairah (RA) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (SAW)…
Does Allah (SWT) Care About My Feelings?
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…
CBD: Is It Haram?
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….
9 Duas To Recite When You’re Feeling Triggered
By MG StaffHave you ever experienced a panic attack while going through your day? Do you have anxiety or past trauma that always seems to creep up at the worst possible time? If you are anything like me, anxiety and panic attacks are a part of everyday life. Many times my past trauma causes me to feel…