Musings of Modern Muslims w/ Freeni

We know having self confidence is key to self love, but many of us struggle with this basic necessity. Join me as I chat with renowned wellness coach, Tracy Campoli about how to cultivate self love and be content, so that ultimately we can be happier.You can reach out to Tracy at TracyCampoli.com and on Instagram.com/tracycampoliPlease do like and subscribe to the podcast, which is available on all major platforms. Follow on Instagram @FreeniRaza and the website FarheenRaza.comHost: Farheen 'Freeni' RazaProducer: Sumana Syed

After my last episode in December I was spent, I had no energy and I took a break. Well break times up and I got to get back into this!So time to roll up my sleeves, mic up and get back to the tough topics. But before that, a few things have changed so its time for introductions x2!socials:Instagram @FreeniRazaEmail: Authentic.Unfiltered@gmail.comWebsite: www.FarheenRaza.com

We all hear about hacking and people losing their identities and frantically messaging others not to accept a friend request, or report a hacked account. We have become at ease with our online identities and share more easily, but who and what are we letting into our most private lives? My guest this week is cyber security engineer, Sara Sheikh, she will talk about the Do's and Don'ts of being online and being safe. Makes sure to follow on instagram @authentic.unfiltered and visit farheenraza.com for all information Host: Farheen Raza Producer: Sumana Syed  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Can you imagine a seven year old girl, and her being cut so deeply in an unsterile environment? Female Genital Mutilation is a problem in societies all over the world and in her latest novel, author Farzana Doctor speaks about the lasting physical and mental damage. Some links to follow podcast page: farheenraza.com authors page farzanadoctor.com Sahiyo - united against female genital cutting sahiyo.com follow Freeni on instagram @authentic.unfiltered and email at authentic.unfiltered@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

After the 2016 election, many were anxious about the future of this country. Simultaneously, some were taking steps to exit themselves out of the strife that would follow in the next four years. One of them was Sofia Ali Khan, a social justice lawyer and activist, who moved to Canada the summer of 2017—a notion many of us have probably joked about when the election results came out—and in this episode, Farheen sits down with her to discuss why she made that choice. Follow Farheen on Instagram: @authentic.unfiltered Hosted by: Farheen Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month,  1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will face some sort of domestic abuse in their lifetimes. Join Farheen as she speaks with survivor, Vanessa Munoz, to discuss in detail her 13 years of experience with physical & sexual abuse.  And how she got her kids and herself out! follow Farheen on Facebook, Youtube and Instagram @authentic.unfiltered all links at FarheenRaza.com Host: Farheen Raza Producer: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ever wondered how you would feel if your family history was marred by hate, inequality, and unimaginable pain? Sydney can. Farheen and Sydney Plant, from the Women of Candor podcast, sit together to discuss a stereotype that is as dangerous as any other, the Angry Black Woman. Where black women are systematically and without cause categorized as loud, belligerent, and triggered. Farheen learned a lot and you will too in this crucial and very relevant episode. Featuring: Sydney Plant (@candorwoman) Follow the podcast on Instagram @authentic.unfiltered , like us on Facebook and YouTube at "Authentic & Unfiltered" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Netflix's latest release, French film Mignonnes (or Cuties in English) by Maïmouna Doucouré, has everyone talking about it—but not in a positive light. With posters and trailers depicting preteen girls dancing lewdly to inappropriate music and wearing provocative clothing, this film has enraged quite a number of people, from Netflix users to state representatives, some even calling for the platform to be cancelled. However, there is more to this film than what's shown at face value, which is why Farheen decided to sit down and talk about it, along with some special guests: Soniah Kamal, author of the acclaimed novel Unmarriageable, and Sumana Syed, a first-year film student and production manager of Authentic & Unfiltered. Featuring: Soniah Kamal (@soniahkamal) and Sumana Syed (@sumana.f.syed) Follow Farheen on Instagram: @authentic.unfiltered or visit her website: farheenraza.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It can be hard to find a passion or purpose in your life, whether it's because that feeling has long since faded away, or you just haven't found something worth being passionate about. This week, Freeni sits down with Nida Jawed, a life coach, whose job is to help those find what life could bring them and how they can achieve that. Featuring: Life coach Nida Jawed Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Hosted by: Farheen 'Freeni' Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Influencers, or public figures on social media, have a lot of power over how we may perceive ourselves and on our perspectives—hence why they're called "influencers." They can both be a positive and negative presence in our lives, and especially today, we tend to put these influencers on a pedestal. Freeni sits down with licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and founder of MAPS, Dr. Abida Minhas, where they discuss what influence means, what positive and negative influence looks like, and why we feel like influencers are so important in our current society. Featuring: Dr. Abida Minhas Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Hosted by: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As the COVID-19 pandemic keeps us inside for most of our days, this also gets us to think about our lives and the people in it. And, if we think about it hard enough, maybe there are some relationships that may be toxic, or detrimental to our mental health. Freeni sits down with licensed Family & Marriage counselor, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin, in which they discuss what signs to look for in a bad relationship and if the relationship has to end. Featuring: Dr. Sheeza Mohsin Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Hosted by: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Being the first South Asian woman to be a mayor in New Jersey, and also the first Muslim to ever take mayoral office in the United States, Mayor Sadaf Jaffer explains what made her go into politics, the obstacles she has faced since taking office, and how to empower minority solidarity in America. Featuring: Mayor of Montgomery Township, Sadaf Jaffer Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Host: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Typically, when we think of relationships, we think of our relationships with our spouse, kids, and family members. However, we tend to undermine our bonds with our friends and think that it's easy to keep friends. Freeni, along with Maryam Keyhan from MAPS DFW, discusses different types of friendships and how to deal with them when they dwindle down. Featuring: Maryam Keyhan from MAPS DFW (mapsdfw.org) Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim  Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com  Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni)  Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"Colorism: prejudice or discrimination against individuals with a dark skin tone, typically among people of the same ethnic or racial group." Speaking from a South Asian point of view, Freeni discusses the mindset behind colorist views and the consequences of having these views with Maryam Munis, a mental health counselor. Featuring: Counselor Maryam Munis Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

With the recent killing of George Floyd, as a result of police brutality, and several others just like it, the Black Lives Matter movement has hit an all-time high. In this episode, Freeni addresses why the movement matters, and also invites fellow Muslim podcaster Sabria Mills (The Dope Muslim Woman Podcast) and asks how the Muslim community can help contribute to this cause. Featuring: Sabria Mills from The Dope Muslim Woman Podcast Muslim Anti-Racism Collaborative: muslimarc.org / Black Lives Matter: blacklivesmatter.org Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In the Muslim community, mental health hasn't always been an easy thing to talk about—until now, thanks to the Muslim Association for Psychological Services! In this episode, Freeni invites some members of the organization to talk about what they do, how they can help in the DFW area, and how recent events can impact Muslim families and individuals. MAPS Website: mapsdfw.org / National Alliance of Mental Illness: nami.org / Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration: samhsa.gov Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Coronavirus is part of our reality. This week Freeni interview Tahira Abidi, a crisis counselor, on what we can do to cope during this pandemic. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Freeni recounts her firsthand experience with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and her journey to recovery. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, Freeni interviews Fox News producer, Amon Rizvi, and asks about her experiences as a producer and what goes on behind-the-scenes at your typical local news station. Have any topics you'd like Freeni to discuss in the future? Message us on Instagram (@themodmuslim) or email us (themodmuslim@gmail.com). With special guest, Fox News Indianapolis producer Amon Rizvi. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @m3freeni Any suggestions for future topics? Email us at m3freeni@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the second part of a 2-part installment, Freeni continues her conversation with Dr. Sheeza Mohsin, where they discuss the importance of parents when it comes to their child's mental health and how religious leaders can help with this effort. Have any topics you'd like Freeni to discuss in the future? Message us on Instagram (@themodmuslim) or email us (themodmuslim@gmail.com). With special guest, licensed LMFT/LPC therapist Dr. Sheeza Mohsin. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Any suggestions for future topics? Email us at theModMuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Freeni narrates her own experience with postpartum depression and gets some insight on how people handle mental health issues and the stigma surrounding the subject. With special guest, licensed LMFT/LPC therapist Dr. Sheeza Mohsin. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen "Freeni" Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Freeni goes head on and breaks down the stereotypes and tropes perpetuated by the media about Muslims — what you see is NOT what you get!  Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni)  Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this new episode, Freeni discusses how people can be a bit rude when it comes to "how religious you are." Hint: they can be VERY rude. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Freeni breaks down and disproves the stereotypes many people have about Muslim women and Islam's views on the role of a woman. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As Freeni recalls an event where she had to answer some tough questions about her religion, she also points out the lack of awareness non-Muslims have about Islam and how warmth and kindness is stronger than brashness and rudeness. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Freeni recalls her experiences growing up as a Muslim American, and the difficulties of modern-day Muslim Americans with everyday society. Follow Freeni on Instagram: @themodmuslim Email for inquiries: themodmuslim@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) Production Manager: Sumana Syed --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thanks for tuning in to Musings of a Millennial Muslim! Anything you are curious about, always Ask and don’t Assume! Hope you stick around and stay tuned for future episodes! Follow Freeni on Twitter/Instagram: m3freeni Email for inquiries: m3freeni@gmail.com Hosted by: Farheen Raza (Freeni) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app