The Isolationist Theory and Why Walls Never Work It was the year 221 BCE, The Chinese Empire decided that in order to protect itself from invaders, it would build the Great Wall of China. The Wall was vast, requiring constant repairs and a massive military presence. Guards and officials were sometimes bribed, allowing invaders to pass.…

Build the Gears, Don’t Give the Finished Product Why do so many parents keep shouting the same orders to their kids, wondering why they don’t follow quickly? It often takes repeating instructions dozens of times, raising their voices louder and louder, before the child finally complies. The Corporate KPIs If you work in a corporation,…

 The Dirty Little Secret of Canada, Dubai, and Malaysia A lot of Muslims in the West dream of moving to one of three places: Canada, Dubai, or Malaysia. These countries are seen as the ultimate destinations, where life is supposed to be easier, better, or at least more aligned with Muslim values. But the truth?…

 The Hidden Truth About Pigs: Teaching Kids the Wisdom Behind Halal Food If you tell your child, “Pork is haram; we don’t eat it,” without explanation, you’re giving them a rule, not the understanding behind it. You, as an adult, reached that conclusion after seeing and learning about different things. But children are a blank…

From Tarbiyah to Tablets: Are We Raising Kids or Entertaining Them?  The Proverbial Golden Ticket Out of the Screen Time Hole Islam teaches us to choose the harder path today so that we may find Jannah in the Hereafter. This principle applies to our daily lives in ways we often overlook. Every day, we make…

 Salah, Chaos, and Tawakkul: A Muslim Parent’s Everyday Struggles Teaching Tawakkul to Our Children: Trusting in Allah’s Wisdom As Muslim parents, we often find ourselves explaining the concept of tawakkul—putting our trust in Allah—to our children. But let’s be honest: this is a lesson we, as adults, struggle with ourselves. Tawakkul is a virtue that…

Sadaqah: More Than Just Giving  Teaching Kids About Sadaqah: Giving Without Seeking Recognition One of the most valuable lessons we can teach children is the true essence of sadaqah—giving in Islam. But true sadaqah is not about seeking praise or expecting something in return. It is a private act of kindness, done sincerely for the…