Opinion and Notes

Thoughts on Atomic Habits

Sharing my notes and some thoughts after reading the book Atomic Habits by James Clear. Includes general grievances with the self help industry

Avoiding Pointless Discussions

A believer’s time is very precious, and should not be wasted thinking about or arguing over pointless topics. Read an example here which has become a common discussion point

Sufficient is Allah

A collection of Ayaat from the Quran describing that Sufficient is Allah for the believer

They still won’t Believe

A collection of Ayaat in the Quran showing how even if signs are given or miracles are shown they still would not believe

Dua after breaking Fast

Learn what a fasting muslim should recite after breaking his Fast and some other tips about Iftaar time. The Dua can be found in Arabic with translation

Halloween & its Origins

What are Halloween’s roots and why do people celebrate it? Is there actual meaning behind it? How did it become secular today? Read here to find out

Islam and Buddhism

A short comparison between Islam and Buddhism with some references

Anti-Genocide Check List

When future generations ask “what were you doing while the genocide was happening” in Palestine – here is a check list you can share with them

How to not take things personally

Ever wonder what it means to not take things personally? Here are some tips to address underlying insecurities and solidify your self-worth. Live by your values, seek validation from yourself, and be open to feedback. Avoid blaming yourself or others excessively

Healthy Eating and Fitness Guide for Beginners

If you are seeking to eat healthily and improve physical fitness. The Primary purpose of food is providing nutrition. The advice includes starting with a healthy eating beginners guide and incorporating regular, quality exercise.

Whoever desires the Hereafter

Collection of some Ayaat from the Quran on those who only strive for the worlding life and those who desire and make efforts for the hereafter

Striving for Allah

Learn what it means to strive in the path of Allah. See some examples and references from the Quran

Palestine Glossary

There are so many political and legal terms used when discussing the Palestine issue.. here you find a collection of those terms defined with references

5 Questions to a Zionist

Dr. Yasir Qadhi asks 5 questions which should be addressed to Zionists.. These are notes taken from that lecture

Christmas & its Origins

Have you ever wondered about the origin of Christmas? all the rituals of trees, decorations, santa clause, etc. Find out where they come from

The Lies of Is*ael

The Is*aeli govt has been spreading lies for 75 years. It continues to do so in order to keep committing atrocities and oppress people.. here are some examples of those lies and their impact

Encourage good forbid evil

The importance of enjoining good and forbidding evil.. here are a few ayaat which refer to this concept in the Quran

Anti-Muslim Sentiment in Germany

Anti-Muslim sentiments are prevalent in Germany (& Europe). A ~2.5 half year long study was recently published by the German Federal Ministry of Interior & Community (BMI). Read some of the observations here

Letter to non Muslims on Palestine

If you know friends, neighbors or colleagues who are unaware of the plight of the Palestinians. Here is a letter that you can share with them

Letter to Employer for Palestine

Ask you employer to support the Palestinian cause by leveraging any political, legal or humanitarian levers to bring lasting peace. Here is a template you can use

Letter to Companies for Palestine

If you regularly do business with companies (e.g. grocery, coffee, etc) you can ask them to proactively take a pro Palestine stance and support the movement.. here is a template you can use

How to help Palestine

Want to learn what you can do as an individual or a community for Palestine? read some ideas here

Stop Gaza Genocide

In the current geopolitical environment in the middle east, the oppressive Israeli government is yet again committing war crimes and killing innocent men, women and children in Gaza (Palestine)

The Myth of “Self made”

Why is the term ‘self made’ misused and misunderstood by us in many ways.. how does it lead to wealth inequality

Purpose of Life

Do you ever wonder why we were put on this Earth? What is the purpose or wisdom behind this? Where are we going? Read more in this article to understand the Islamic paradigm