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The hidden crisis destroying modern men isn't what you might expect. From overworking to addiction, men are silently suffering behind carefully crafted masks of success. In this powerful conversation, we explore why men are struggling to find genuine connection and love in today's world, and how the absence of safe spaces is creating a generation of men who feel forced to shoulder their bu...

It's the age old question of why some people succeed over others despite the efforts being equal. Why does Allah choose success for some and not for others, and how much does willpower and His leave play a part in all of this? The notion of "just work harder" as a recipe for success is not just misleading—it's dangerous. In this video, we delve into why this mantra oversimplifies r...

They say travel is supposed to make you wiser, and perhaps that was true for hundreds if not thousands of years, but is it true anymore? In this video, I offer an alternative perspective as to what may have been the true crux of why travel used to make people wiser and why that is not the case anymore, as well as perhaps a new kind of travel experience that we should all consider that can hopefull...

We have come to know the effect of food on our physiological state but have we ever considered how food affects our emotions and even our spiritual state? That is what I explore in this video based on an interesting interaction with a friend at an iftar one day. I delve into the surprising connection between diet and behavior, exploring how certain foods can trigger emotions and alter our personal...

It was nothing glamorous said brother Kevin Turton about his reversion to Islam in the early 2000s at the ripe age of 18 years old. Therapeutic is how I would describe this episode in a conversation about how brother Kevin came to Islam and what were the events that led up to it, but also how that ties back to our self-identity and self-esteem and what he has learned and observed along the way. Ve...

Brother Kevin Turton, a revert of more than two decades now shares how a reluctant visit to the Kaaba completely changed his perspective on life in so many ways not least how he used to orient salah around the day but now orients the day around the salah. Listen to this wonderful story of how his umrah trip came about and how it created a profound and unexpected shift in his mind and also listen t...

There are probably plenty of who have already recommended this book, but I just wanted to share my own thoughts and my experiences with reading this book as to why I think this book should be read by everyone and anyone that has an interest in the spiritual aspects of Islam. I reflect on my unexpected journey through Elif Shafak's "The 40 Rules of Love." Let's be honest—Rumi and Sh...

Do you feel like everyone else is getting ahead but not you? Why is Allah rewarding the ignorant and the badly behaved when you yourself have been so good? You have been on the good path and trying to get close to Allah yet all those people that are heedless of Him somehow seem to be getting ahead. It just doesn't seem right does it? Well, if you're feeling that way, then I may have the an...

The belief that our brains are the sole seat of thought is a misconception perpetuated by modern science. In our latest deep dive, "Lost Wisdom: Why the Heart, Not the Brain, Thinks," we unravel the ancient understanding that the heart is the true organ of cognition. Drawing from the rich traditions of Sufism and Islamic teachings, we explore how spirituality and the heart's divine sub...

Sakib Hameed, a qualified Aeronautical Engineer and a holder of an International Sales & Marketing Management BA opted to emigrate to Turkey in Nov of 2022. Sakib is British born and bred and in this episode he shares some of his experiences of how life is different out there as compared to the UK and what he has learned and observed in the last couple of years out there. In this thought-provo...

Don't you get this feeling that something is about to flip upside down on the world stage? Like things are about to change in a rather drastic way? Well, I have some possible, rudimentary analysis taking inspiration from Surah Kahf, Surah Waqiah, and the works of the likes of Ibn Khaldun and Shaykh Abdul Qadir Jilani How do opposites define our reality? I delve into the concept of inversion as...

Living with ADHD and autism presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to wearing social masks. In this video, Faisal, a 3rd generation British Muslim and an ADHD coach delves deep into the struggle of masking ADHD and autism. Reflecting on cultural expectations, trauma, and neurodiversity, he shares personal stories and insights into how these factors shape our daily lives. Maybe it&#39...

Maybe the only way to quiet the chatter in our minds and to achieve a state of natural abundance and euphoria is to put away our mobile phones and do away with all screens and just be out in nature with the elements. In this video, I tell the story about how I made this possible discovery that might be the simplest answer that we need. Join me on a surprising journey in "12 Hours Unplugged: My...

Have we made all our preparations for the day we meet Allah, or are we busy preparing for everything in this life and very little for the hereafter? Balancing worldly goals with spiritual needs is a challenge we all face, but have we paused to reflect on its impact? Let's be honest, we often find ourselves prioritizing the mundane—renovations, career advancements, and even our children's e...

Navigating the complexities of modern life, especially as young British Muslims striving for peak performance while upholding our values, is no small feat. In this illuminating conversation, we delve deep into the heart of societal issues that not only affect us personally but also shape our collective future. From the overindulgence in sugar and its stupefying effects to the silent epidemic of sc...

My dua has changed over the last few weeks and now I feel far more contentment and peace in making dua and actually feel heard in a way that I have never done before. In "Feeling Heard by Allah: A Journey in Dua," I delve deep into the essence of supplication and connection. Let's be honest, how often do we find ourselves reciting a 'shopping list' of desires in our Duas, quest...

Ateeq had a thriving ice cream parlour business doing what he loves with very satisfied customers, yet he still chose to shut the business down. Why? Let's be honest, the allure of sweetness has ensnared many of us in a cycle detrimental to our well-being. In "Escaping the Sweet Trap: Practical Steps to Better Health," we delve into the stark reality of sugar's grip on our health a...

Embarking on a journey of transformation where the profound teachings of Islam intertwine with the innovative techniques of NLP, we delve into a narrative that challenges the bounds of personal and spiritual growth. In "NLP & Islam: Transforming Lives Beyond Limits," we uncover the resilience and metamorphosis of individuals facing life's tumultuous storms. Through a tapestry of po...

Discover the "Lost Art of Guilds: Thriving in Modern Entrepreneurship" and reclaim the camaraderie and support that once flourished within the ancient guilds. In a world where the line between the security of employment and the freedom of entrepreneurship blurs, the resurgence of guilds could be the haven we've been seeking. Let's be honest, the journey of an entrepreneur can be a...

People get labelled as weird for the smallest of things and often, just because they go against the grain or the status-quo, they're considered weird. But what is normal even? In this video I embark on a reflective journey, confronting the unsettling truth about societal norms and the valour in being deemed 'strange' by those very standards. Let's be honest, in a world where follow...

We're often gaslit and made to feel guilty by so-called "religious" people and this manipulation can often, at best, clip our wings, and at worst, completely put us off the deen altogether. It's time we stopped being hoodwinked by faux religiosity and see someone's status with allah for what it really is.

Dr Asif Munaf is a specialist in helping CEOs bio-optimise their health of peak performance. His mantra is to first prioritise mindset and then the body and in this wonderful podcast he talks about all the different spiritual, emotional and habitual aspects of peak performance (most especially for men). (Chapter list coming soon)

It's time we talk about the emotional abuse from elders that use religion as a cover for their narcissism and their abuse. Chapters: 0:00 Pre-cap 00:32 Respect and Authority in Cultural and Religious Contexts 4:33 Misuse of Elder Respect and Emotional Abuse Join us in Discord by signing up via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/khurammalik

Continuing the conversation about the importance of the Wolf Man with Abdallah Dutton, Aballah talks about the importance and power of community and coming together to overcome societal challenges Chapters: 00:00 Pre-Cap 01:11 Fear of Provision 7:32 Resilience 12:46 Denying Trauma 14:43 Journey to the self 18:53 Causes and responses to an economic collapse 26:05 Community responsibility 32:49 Risi...

My guest in this episode is Abdullah Dutton, and this is a two-part guest episode as there was so much to talk about. Abdullah and I speak about the financial system that has castrated man today and why the return of the wolf man is so much needed for the ecosystem in society. Chapters: 00:00 Pre-cap 01:24 Learning about Khuram 12:22 Abdullah’s life growing up 18:24 An interest based economy 28:31...