In my last post, I reflected on how our Adulting struggles are no different from what our parents experienced decades ago. In this post, I’m going back a generation to see what we can learn from our grandparents. As you navigate the fast-paced world of instant everything, it’s worth taking a moment to look back…
Teaching is a challenging profession that can take a toll on a person’s mental health. Between long hours, difficult students, and constantly changing expectations, it’s no wonder that many teachers struggle with stress, anxiety, and burnout. However, one way that teachers can improve their mental health is by improving their levels of resilience. Resilience is…
Growing up, it’s easy to put our parents on a pedestal, thinking they’ve got life all figured out. But as we step into adulthood ourselves, we start to uncover the hidden struggles our parents faced, challenges they may not have shared during our childhood. Let’s dive into some of these real-life adulting anxieties and recognise…
Ah, the journey of marriage – a thrilling adventure filled with highs, lows, and the occasional stormy weather. For those setting sail into the seas of matrimony, the importance of a reliable compass cannot be overstated. And who better to provide that compass than the seasoned navigators of love and commitment – our parents? They…
On the morning of Sunday, April 14, 2024, our community was shaken by the tragic news of the untimely passing of four youngsters, aged around 20, in a motor vehicle accident in Johannesburg. As I awoke to this heartbreaking news, my thoughts were consumed by empathy for the four sets of grieving parents, and their…
When I was nineteen (over two decades ago!), I entered an essay competition hosted by IPCI. I recently found the essay and thought I’d share it here with you since it is a topic that is still relevant today. The original essay was handwritten on 9 pages, and the web sources cited, although listed at…
Hey there, Super Moms! It’s been a while since I had my go at parenting toddlers, but I was recently reminded of this by my almost nine-year-old when he let me know he was feeling tangry. How could I not share it here? It’s the thing that got me through toddler meltdowns! Hangry or tangry?…
Salaam amazing mums! As teachers will soon be in reporting mode, and we’ll all find ourselves knee-deep in the season of school reports, I thought I’d write a post to help parents make sense of the jargon. That’s right, it’s time to put on our detective hats and decipher the cryptic language of academic feedback…
Teaching is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it can also be very challenging and stressful. Teachers often work long hours, deal with difficult students, and have to juggle multiple responsibilities at once. As a result, teacher burnout and turnover rates are high, which can have a negative impact on both teachers and students. To combat…
On 28 January 2024, I was invited to speak at Journey to Jannah’s first online seminar on Marriage. I was asked to cover the topic of Rights and responsibilities of husband, wife and in-laws. For your convenience, I’ve recorded my contribution for you, and I have also included a full transcript. May Allah SWT accept…
I was honoured to receive an Advanced Reader Copy of Zahra and Yaseen, book 1 in the upcoming Salaam2Soulm8 series by Tasneem Gaffoor and Wilman Fikker Publishing House South Africa. Zahra and Yaseen, the debut novel in the Salaam2Soulm8 series, offers an engaging and fast-paced storyline set within a halaal environment, yet doesn’t compromise on…
Have you ever stopped to wonder how our grandparents (and perhaps some of our parents) found a spouse the halaal way and kicked off their marriage by sharing just one family car, living communally, and were known to do a whole lot of hard work in their daily lives? They started off their marriages with…
I’m not a high maintenance gal. I don’t fork out hundreds on skin care products. I’ve been using the same brand of cleanser for a decade now. I have not coloured my hair in over ten years, and I am HAPPILY embracing the greys that come with age. My level of self love has very…
In my last post, I talked about setting realistic goals for Muslim women. As the calendar turns its pages, ushering in a new year, it’s a natural time for reflection—a moment to pause, contemplate, and chart our course for the journey ahead. While the world often encourages resolutions centered on external achievements, a spiritual approach…
As salaamu ‘Alaikum. Hey there, friend! Can you believe it’s that time again? The New Year is upon us, bringing with it a sense of renewal and the opportunity for a fresh start. As I sip my tea and reflect on the past year, I can’t help but feel excited about what lies ahead. So,…
