By Maryam Noor It was 9:30 a.m. London time when I clicked to join the online Fajr Sisters session. On the screen, faces appeared one by one — sisters from different corners of the world, each with their own stories, their own battles, their own longing for Allah. One spoke softly from South Africa, herContinue reading “Connecting the Heart: A Reflection on The Fajr Sister Revert and Da’wah Support Group”
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If you feel you’re falling short: read this.
I could immediately relate to her sentiments. Why would Allah put all these expectations, rules, and regulations on us? Why would Allah make it so easy for us to fall into sin if He wants us not to sin? These are questions that have come up for me in the past. I used to feel so anxious that I had to get everything right and be perfect at everything. Until that led me to extreme burnout, and I realised that Allah doesn’t want us to be perfect. He just wants us to show up…
Embracing Self-Care Without Guilt: An Islamic Perspective on Healing and Growth
In a fast-paced world where expectations often weigh heavily on women, the concept of self-care can sometimes feel like an indulgence rather than a necessity. For mothers and caregivers, this feeling is compounded by societal pressures and the ever-present “mom guilt.” However, the importance of self-care is undeniable—not only for personal well-being but also for setting a healthy example for our families. This article explores the struggles of prioritising self-care through an Islamic lens
Boundaries: The Key to a Full Cup and a Balanced Life
While generosity and service are beautiful traits, there’s a fine line between giving wholeheartedly and giving to the point of depletion. Let’s pause for a moment and reflect: Is your cup full, or are you pouring from an empty vessel?
Awakening the Heart: Embracing Our Spiritual Depth as Muslim Women
In Islam, the heart is where the love for Allah and His guidance truly resides. It’s the place where your choices, sincerity, and desires emerge. Have you ever paused to consider what lives in your heart? What is it filled with? What influences it? This journey, the path of understanding and nurturing our hearts, is one of the most profound acts of worship you can pursue.
The 7 Thinking Hats: Effectively Tackle Life’s Challenges with this Creative Thinking Hack!
I first encountered De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats in my Creative Thinking class at university. However, my lecturer, Professor Abdelaziz Berghout, introduced a unique twist by adding a seventh hat—an Islamic perspective that enriches the way we approach creative thinking and problem-solving. This addition was a game changer for me. If you’re navigating a tough decision, dealing with hardships, struggling to understand life’s challenges, or simply want to stretch your creative thinking, this might be the tool for you!
5 Lessons on Exercise: A Muslim Woman’s Perspective
As Muslim women, we are taught to care for every aspect of our being—spiritual, mental, and physical. Exercise often gets overlooked in the hustle of daily life, but it is an essential part of holistic self-care. When we move our bodies with intention, we not only build strength but also cultivate important lessons that align with our faith.
When Life Brings You to Your Knees
The truth is, even when we feel broken or burdened, we still want to give. We want to love, to help, to be there for those around us. But how can we pour love into others when our own cup feels dry?
Quran Night
Written by Zaynab Sheriffdeen It’s so easy for us to get pulled into life’s orbit of responsibilities, the quest for betterment and vaulting ambition. In a world that is bedazzled with distraction in the glittery world of entertainment, it’s often so easy to lose track of what matters. As penned in Surah Al Asr, itContinue reading “Quran Night”
The Sisterhood Party 2021
“I believe a good event is one that is well planned with a broad vision and a deep intention”: Fatima Altalib, Founder of ‘The Fajr Sisters’ speaking on ‘The Sisterhood Event’ in collaboration with ‘Revivers Sisterhood’ Arwa Khan, 3rd December 2021 Amid the prohibitive and strenuous times of the Coronavirus pandemic it comes as aContinue reading “The Sisterhood Party 2021”
The Fajr Sisters 