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What is Taqwa? Qualities & How to Attain It

February 21, 2026|0 Comments

What is Taqwa? Qualities & How to Attain It Taqwa is something all Muslims should strive to attain. It is a state of Allah consciousness that will deter you from doing things that will harm [...]

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Taqwa: Meaning & Explanation

February 7, 2026|0 Comments

Taqwa: Meaning & Explanation As someone who is constantly trying to learn more about Islam, there are many times I've come across terms that I don’t understand.   Taqwa is one of those words, and is something I’m still [...]

A Guide To Brain Dump Journaling (Including Journal Prompts)

November 30, 2025|Comments Off on A Guide To Brain Dump Journaling (Including Journal Prompts)

A Guide To Brain Dump Journaling (Including Journal Prompts) Brain dump journaling is something EVERYONE should do, regardless of how organised you are.  It can be utilised in so many ways: through organising your day to achieving mental clarity and relieving [...]

How To Deal With The Effects Of Sleep Deprivation & END IT

November 16, 2025|Comments Off on How To Deal With The Effects Of Sleep Deprivation & END IT

How To Deal With The Effects Of Sleep Deprivation & END IT The effects of sleep deprivation can be disastrous in terms of your productivity levels so having a good amount of sleep each night [...]

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A Simple Guide On Making Duas In Islam

November 2, 2025|Comments Off on A Simple Guide On Making Duas In Islam

A Simple Guide On Making Duas In Islam   Making dua (supplication) often and consistently is something all Muslims should be doing. Umar ibn Al Khattab رضي الله عنه rightly said that he did not [...]

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Monthly Budget Advice For ‘Spendaholics’

September 14, 2025|Comments Off on Monthly Budget Advice For ‘Spendaholics’

Monthly Budget Advice for 'Spendaholics' For all of those shopaholics, too-scared-to-look-at-their-bank-statements, barely-puts-anything-into-their-savings over-spenders, this monthly budget advice for you.  And, I’m really not judging you when I say those things. I write for me just [...]

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This blog is separated into two parts – Deen and Dunya.

Here’s what each section will cover:

Deen – These posts will focus on how to use key Islamic teachings to help you become a better Muslim and use your time wisely.

Dunya – Personal development topics in the worldly sense. This includes productivity, dealing with confidence issues, self-love/ self-care, mental health and more.