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Best Toys For 2021: 20 Games & Toy For Kids

Working out which are the best toys isn’t often a job for grown-ups. We can’t just turn around and give the kids some old Skeletor action figures and dusty Stickle Bricks and expect them to be happy. But that’s okay:

Celebrate Eid- It’s what Allah (SWT) wants you to do

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.

Soul Movie Discussion Guide— Part 4: Power of Community; Representation Matters

This article was authored by Duaa Haggag, LPC In the Soul Movie Guide series so far, we have discussed themes about death, purpose of life, our souls, and providing support to those who need it. In the final part of

Soul Movie Discussion Guide— Part 3: Our Souls and Brains Are Amazing

This article was authored by Duaa Haggag, LPC In Part 1 and part 2 of the Soul Movie Guide Series, we discussed how the movie provides insight and discussion points on knowledge about death and afterlife, the purpose of life,

Soul Movie Discussion Guide— Part 2: It’s the Journey That Matters

This article was authored by Duaa Haggag, LPC In Part 1 of the Soul Movie Guide series, we discussed themes about the blessing of knowing about the afterlife and death as Muslims, pondering on the intensity of death, and working

Soul Movie Discussion Guide— Part 1: The Blessing of Knowing about the Afterlife

This article was authored by Duaa Haggag, LPC If you’re looking to “jazz” up your family movie night with meaningful reflections and teachable moments, the Disney Pixar Soul (2020), has the potential to do just that. Refer to this synopsis

Family Activities That Teach The Virtue Of Ramadan

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

Think Strict Parenting is the Way to Go? Think Again— and Try This Instead

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

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

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