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
Check Out These Ideas For Cultivating Spirituality In Ramadan
“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
Tips To Support Those Struggling With A Mental Or Chronic Illness During Ramadan
For most people, Ramadan is a joyous and unifying experience; a time of spiritual renewal and growth. But for Muslims living with depression and anxiety disorders, the onset of Ramadan can be terrifying. For those existing in the shadows because
7 Ways Fathers Can Plan A Ramadan To Remember
It’s often assumed that mothers are supposed to plan most of the wonderful activities for their children. So how are fathers supposed to make Ramadan special for their families? What does an engaged father look like in Ramadan? Take kids
Prepare For This Friday’s Khutba By Checking Out Our Khutba Guide
Given the tragic events that unfolded this week, please encourage your Friday khateebs to talk about suicide prevention. The FYI Khutba Guide on Suicide Prevention can help them prepare for tomorrow’s khutba. Please share your local mosque, MSA’s, and youth
Resources For Suicide Prevention And Intervention
Not many Muslims know how to address the issue of suicide when they are faced with it. It is often hard to know where to turn for help. These resources can make it easier to know what to do and
Here Are Resources For Suicide Prevention, Coping With Grief And Seeking Professional Help
With the recent tragedy that occurred in our community, many of us may be reeling with shock, grief, and sadness. The FYI is here for you— we have resources specifically to help the Muslim community deal with suicide, grief, and
19 Children’s Books About Ramadan, Eid And Everyday Life!
One of the best ways to bring Ramadan and Eid into your home for children is through books. We hope that the books in this list will become family fixtures for each Ramadan, Eids, and beyond. There are also a
Haven’t Started Preparing For Ramadan? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered.
Many of us are coming to this year’s Ramadan with varying situations–for some of us, mosques may be reopening to some extent, whereas for others, mosques will still be closed. Regardless, for all of us to some extent, this will
15 Tips For Parents To Manage Bipolar Episodes In Their Children
During manic episodes, children with bipolar disorder will feel anger and rage—and with greater intensity—rather than elation or euphoria that is common in adults. Bipolar in children combine the depressive and manic states together to form ‘aggressive depression.’ However, because