Noor and Nurture

In a society that idolizes toxic productivity, what can we take from the teachings of Islam to create more balance without compromising on our goals? This episode explores productivity through an Islamic versus Western lens and how to achieve balance between the two.

This podcast dives into the themes explored in  The Muslim Narcissist  by Dr. Mona Alyedreessy, exploring how to navigate family dynamics when parents weaponize faith to exert control and abuse. Listeners will learn practical strategies to set boundaries, heal from manipulation, and reclaim their faith and autonomy. You can find a copy of Dr. Alyedreessy's book at the link provided: https://a....

In this episode we discuss Surah Anfal and the mercy this Surah provides to our hearts in a rough political climate. With the genocides happening in Palestine and Sudan and the Trump administration currently, it's been difficult to navigate what to do with the grief, emotional distress and helplessness when there seems to be no light at the end of the tunnel. We hope this episode helps you as...

Prayer Series, Episode 1. In this episode we tackle the of important topic of salah, with compassion and understanding . We explore common barriers that may prevent our community from establishing regular salah. Through personal narratives and Islamic learnings, we also discuss the spiritual transformation that occurs once prayer becomes a consistent part of life.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our launch party! At our launch party we included prompts on Jannah for our guests to answer. In this episode we share a few of the answers. The prompts are listed below, send us your answers to join the conversation. 1. When you imagine Jannah, what do you look forward to the most? 2. What small daily action would you recommend incorporating into our lives...

Death Series, Episode 3. This episode unpacks the spiritual, emotional and practical dimensions of grief, drawing from the Quran, Sunnah and personal reflection for guidance.

Death Series, Episode 2. This episode dives into the intricacies of balancing emotional obligations, medical recommendations and Islamic fatwa when challenged with making end of life care decisions.

Death Series, Episode 1. This episode explores how Islam frames death as a transition and motivator for purposeful living rather than fear. Death, the destroyer of pleasures, is still a heavy reality. So how do you find light in the darkness of death?

As salaam wa alaikum! Welcome to Noor and Nurture - a safe space where faith meets honest and raw conversation - a place where we hope to bridge the gap between scholarly teachings and modern interpretations. We are two best friends, Faria and Hera, who have come together to explore these real but often unspoken topics within our communities, through the guiding light of Islam. Each episode invite...