With Love, Iman.

In this episode of Rooted, we’re talking about what it means to build a genuine relationship with the Qur’an. If you’ve ever felt distant from the Book of Allah or struggled to stay consistent, this is your reminder that it’s never too late to return. Together, we’ll reflect on why the Qur’an was revealed, how it transforms our hearts, and how to reconnect with it through small, meaningful steps.

This episode is not about guilt or fixing everything at once. It’s about understanding what’s happening in your heart, and realising that drifting doesn’t mean you’ve left. It often just means you’ve gotten lost. And getting lost is not the same as leaving🤍

In this first episode, we talk about returning. Not the perfect kind of return, but the real one, the kind where you feel distant and still choose to come back anyway. We reflect on what it means to drift from Allah, from yourself, and from the things that once kept you grounded, and how Islam never closes the door on you, no matter how long you’ve been away. Through Surah Az-Zumar (39:53) and a p...

After Ramadan ends, the real question begins: what will we carry forward? Allah reminds us in the Qur'an, “And worship your Lord until there comes to you certainty (death)” (15:99), showing that our عبادات are not limited to a single month, but are meant to continue throughout our lives. In this episode, we reflect on the importance of consistency in our deeds. The Prophet ﷺ, Prophet Muhammad, sai...

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, ascended the pulpit and he said, “Amin, amin, amin.” It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, you ascended the pulpit and said amin, amin, amin.” The Prophet said, “Verily, Gabriel came to me and he said: Whoever reaches the month of Ramadan and he is not forgiven, then he will enter Hellfire and Allah will cast him far away, so say am...

In this episode, we reflect on the powerful words of Al-Hasan al-Basri, who said: “Humility is that you leave your home and you do not meet any Muslim except that you see them as better than yourself.” We talk about what real humility actually looks like, how quiet feelings of superiority can creep in without us noticing, and why assuming goodness in others protects our hearts and sincerity.

If you haven’t started preparing yet, this is your reminder that it’s not too late. Please watch this video on YouTube https://youtu.be/8U4-N8G2eaQ

The Hadith, "Convey from me, even if it is one verse" (Arabic: Ballighoo ‘annee walaw aayah), is a command from the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to spread Islamic knowledge, however small or simple

"Whoever travels a path in search of knowledge, Allah will make easy for him a path to Paradise" (Sahih Muslim, Tirmidhi)

We carry more amanah than we realise. From our iman to our character, from what we say in private to what we show publicly. This episode is a gentle reminder to return to sincerity, responsibility, and trust — and to ask ourselves whether we’re truly honouring what Allah has entrusted us with

In this episode, I reflect on Surah Al-Hashr, verse 18 — a verse that reminds me to pause and think about what I’m sending ahead for the hereafter. I share what this ayah means to me, how it shapes the way I live, and why it’s a reminder I keep coming back to✨💐

“We have certainly created man in the best of form.” (Surah At-Tin 95:4) This verse reminds me that I am beautifully and perfectly made by Allah. Being kind to myself means remembering that, forgiving my mistakes, and treating myself with the same mercy Allah shows me.

Sometimes, growth means letting go — not out of anger or pride, but because you’ve become different people walking different paths. In this episode, we talk about the quiet heartbreak of outgrowing friendships, the guilt that comes with it, and the peace that follows when you finally accept change.

Have you ever found yourself holding back your deen around others? Maybe you laugh along at things you know aren’t right, avoid playing Qur’an, or shy away from mentioning Allah, just so you don’t seem “too much.” In this episode, I reflect on why we do this, what it does to our iman, and how we can break free from the habit of shrinking our faith for the sake of people’s approval✨

‫یَحۡذَرُ ٱلۡمُنَـٰفِقُونَ أَن تُنَزَّلَ عَلَیۡهِمۡ سُورَةࣱ تُنَبِّئُهُم بِمَا فِی قُلُوبِهِمۡۚ قُلِ ٱسۡتَهۡزِءُوۤا۟ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ مُخۡرِجࣱ مَّا تَحۡذَرُونَ﴿ ٦٤ ﴾‬

Refer to this video of Omar Suleiman for the explanation of the Hadith https://www.youtube.com/live/L9PDXYXOCmQ?si=B9gPZxyGLL_Jtiq7

How do I show up gently and confidently without losing who i am? This one’s for my soft girls who overthink everything but still want to be seen💘

If you’ve ever felt like your du’a was unheard, or you’re struggling with disappointment and divine delays, this episode is for you💘

In this episode, we reflect on the idea of being the friend we’re searching for, through the lens of Islam. What does it mean to love for your sister what you love for yourself? How can we embody the qualities of a good companion that the Prophet ﷺ praised?

In a world that constantly pulls us in different directions, building a social life that revolves around Islam is one of the most powerful things we can do for our imaan. It means choosing friends who remind you of Allah, gatherings that nourish your soul, and conversations that bring light to your heart. In this episode, Salma and I talk about how to create a balanced, joyful social life that sup...

Say, O My servants who have transgressed against themselves, do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.” (Quran, 39:53) This life is a test, and I know it feels like you’re drowning sometimes, but remember, Allah promised that He is closer to you than your jugular vein (Quran, 50:16). He is not far. He is right here,...

The recommended du'a to recite when leaving a gathering is: "Kaffaratul Majlis" (the expiation of assembly). It is recited in Arabic as "Subhanak Allāhumma wa bi hamdika, ash-hadu 'an lā ilāha illā Anta, astaghfiruka wa atūbu ilayk". The translation is: "Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise is to You. I bear witness that there is none worthy of worship but You. I seek Your forgiveness and repent t...

This episode reflects on the verses in Suratul Haqqah (25-35)

In this episode, I just want to sit with you — heart to heart — and remind you of something you already know deep down: it’s time to choose Allah again. Not out of guilt. Not because anyone’s watching. But because your heart needs Him. This isn’t a lecture. It’s a soft reminder, from one sister to another, that we can do better with our deen. That Allah hasn’t closed the door. That no matter how f...

It's easy to be kind to those who are kind to us—but what about when they aren't? In this episode of Sarah, we explore the strength it takes to show kindness even when others “don’t deserve it.” Through reflections from the Prophet’s (ﷺ) example, real-life scenarios, and a heart-to-heart reminder about who we’re really doing it for, this episode challenges us to rise above ego and embrace the beau...