This article is authored by Sameera Ahmed, Ph.D. Holidays may seem as simple as a day to have fun and celebrate. But, they are far more important to our well-being and identity— and work to build resilience in all of us.
Eid is almost here and everyone’s getting ready to end their month of fasting! Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations tend to include with a good amount of feasting, gifting and bonding with friends and relatives. And If you have kids at home, you
This is a question that many of us may still be struggling with as we finish these last few blessed days of Ramadan. Many of us spent most of the month missing our friends and family and figuring out new
Ramadan is an opportunity to improve ourselves, be thankful for what we’ve been given, and to show generosity and kindness to others. It’s like a month-long intensive boot camp to prepare you for the year ahead but with the goal
This article was authored by Madiha Tahseen, PhD As parents, we want our children to grow up to be practicing Muslims with good character who please Allah (SWT). Many of us think that to achieve this, we have to be
Most of the activities for this Ramadan are similar to that of last year. While many of us are still in quarantine, you may need some ideas to celebrate the month of Ramadan with some fun and ibadah (worship). Check
This article was authored by Madiha Tahseen, PhDLast year, we had to find out how to navigate Ramadan on lockdown, and the unique sweetness of thriving through something new pushed us through it. This year, that’s not enough to get
Up For a Challenge? This Ramadan The Family & Youth Institute is challenging you to inspire others to make a difference for families and youth with our Ramadan challenge board. Getting started is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Select
Family togetherness during Ramadan is especially important for parents of young children and adolescents. Children’s early experiences of Ramadan informs the feeling and memories they associate with this blessed month throughout their lives. Creating family traditions to get children excited about and engaged with
“One of the seven given shade on the Day of Judgment is the man who remembered Allah in private and so his eyes shed tears” (Sahih Bukhari narrated by Abu Huraira). The central place of spiritual connection and growth has