In this episode, we get real and talk about what to do when life isn't going your way. We all experience disappointments and setbacks, but what should we do as Muslims in these tough times? This episode uses wisdom from the Qur'an to ground us in truth and give us hope. We talk about the real need to practice sabr (patience), tawakkkul (reliance on and trust in Allah SWT), and gratitude - always but especially in these moments. We let the words of Allah, the Most Merciful, comfort us and bring us back to Him.

The idea of learning Arabic can be one of the most intimidating aspects of becoming a Muslim for many reverts. Insha'Allah this won't be your experience.

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This episode explains the place and importance Arabic holds in Islam to understand the larger picture. We go over which parts of the religion must be practiced in Arabic and which can be integrated later with time and patience.

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What about learning the Arabic letters? Is that obligatory? Listen to hear Heather's advice as a language teacher of 4 languages (French, Spanish, English, and Polish) for over 17 years and a lifelong language learner and enthusiast. Insha'Allah this episode will help you determine where you are on your journey with Arabic and where you'd like to go in terms of using it in your deen (religion).

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Follow Heather's new series "Arabic for Deen" on Instagram where she posts commonly used Arabic expressions in the Arabic script, transliteration, and English definition; often explaining the term and related words in greater detail.

Interested in Islam and wondering where to start? Just took your shahadah and looking for guidance? This episode goes over 3 guiding questions/principles that insha'Allah will help point you in the right direction no matter where you are on your journey with Islam. Remember, learning about Islam is a lifelong journey and all Muslims are highly encouraged to keep learning.

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The second part of this episode goes over two common traps we should try to avoid: 1) comparison and 2) 'if' and 'what if' statements. You will leave this episode with clear and easy remedies to both of these situations and ways to bring yourself back to Allah SWT.