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What I Learned After 12 Years Of Marriage

Posted on August 25, 2019August 25, 2019 by muslimacoaching

My husband told me about an article that he stumbled across, which was written by a happy newlywed. She shared her insights about what she learned after experiencing her first year of marriage. This got me thinking - if she...Read More

An Open Love Letter – Why I Love Being A Muslima

Posted on August 11, 2019August 12, 2019 by muslimacoaching

Dear Deen al Islam, It is the eve of Eid 2019 and my heart longs for you more than ever before. You are the comfort of my heart, the goodness that nourishes my soul, and the hope that energizes my spirit. I love how you exhort...Read More

Acts Of Good To Do In Ramadan

Posted on April 30, 2019September 15, 2019 by muslimacoaching

The Prophet ﷺ said, “When Ramadan comes, the gates of Paradise are opened, the doors to the Hellfire are closed, and the devils are chained.” [Bukhari] From these words, we are taught how special Ramadan is to Allah Most...Read More

Worship In Ramadan For A Menstruating Woman

Posted on April 29, 2019September 15, 2019 by muslimacoaching

The Prophet, Allah bless him and give him peace, said about menstruation, “Verily this is a matter Allah has written upon the girls of Prophet Adam [peace be upon him].” (Bukhari) Those who claim that menstruation is like a punishment...Read More

The Small Moments Make A Marriage

Posted on March 26, 2019August 12, 2019 by muslimacoaching

My husband finally got his driver’s license on Saturday. The fact that he is in his mid-40s and learning how to drive may add humor to the situation. Months ago, I had gotten my license (I am in my mid-30s)...Read More

Five Reasons To Forgive

Posted on March 12, 2019April 18, 2019 by muslimacoaching

Allah Most High says, "The believers are those who spend in charity during ease and hardship and who restrain their anger and pardon the people, for Allah loves the doers of good." (Qur'an 3:134) Forgiveness is a unique act of...Read More

When The Sky Is Falling

Posted on February 21, 2019April 11, 2019 by muslimacoaching

Do you ever feel like your whole world is falling apart? Do you ever feel like your reality is being turned inside out? Do you ever feel like there is no escape to your problems? There are definitely times in...Read More

Breaking Free

Posted on February 15, 2019August 12, 2019 by muslimacoaching

I recently had the pleasure of coaching a young lady who came from a disturbing childhood. Abida grew up in a household in which harsh criticism and blame were the norm. After hearing the details of her experience, it was...Read More

If You’re Really Staying Married For The Kids

Posted on March 13, 2018April 11, 2019 by muslimacoaching

Women in struggling marriages often assert that they’re choosing to stay in their marriages for the sake of their children. Much of their reasoning is as follows: Children who come from broken families are less likely to succeed in school...Read More