By bintaBismillah. I used to not believe in the effect that affirmations have on our mindset. I would associate affirmations with what I thought to be cliche messages like “You’re a rockstar,” or “Believe in yourself.” Then one day, I took an imposter syndrome workshop at this co-working space in Chicago. I learned that “Imposter Syndrome,”…
By manalmoazzamDon’t you just hate it when you’re coasting through life, happy as a clam, and out of nowhere, you get taken down by the specter of self-doubt, self-deprecating thinking, or imposter syndrome? Ah, it happens to the best of us, but where do you turn when this trifecta of trouble comes knocking on your door?…
By nadamousaI remember zoning out in my 10th grade classroom, as all good students do, when my eye fell upon this poster, with a quote written in bright yellow letters, making it almost impossible to ignore: “Watch your thoughts for they become words. Watch your words for they become actions. Watch your actions for they become…
By Deqa M. AbdiDisclaimer: This article is in no way meant to subsitite 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…
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…
