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Welcome to the Muslim Life Hackers podcast. The weekly podcast providing you with the knowledge, tools and connections to help you get ahead in life. Find all the recaps of our show as well as the resources mentioned at www.muslimlifehackers.com/podcast.

Mifrah Mahroof & Maheen Malik


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    #3-9: Final Episode for Season 3 w/ hosts: Maheen & Mifrah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2016 15:31


    Welcome to the final episode of season three. In this episode, we take a break from our usual interviews and talk about things we've learned, achievements and more. Please leave your comments on this episode over at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/3-9

    #3-8: How to Get Married w/ Sheikh Musleh Khan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2016 34:13


    "Marriage is a beautiful thing, if it is done right. To have that kind of companionship and support, it will literally feel like a precursor to paradise in this world". - Sheikh Musleh Khan Joining us on the show today is Sheikh Musleh Khan. Sheikh Musleh serves as one of North America’s youngest Imams at the Islamic Institute of Toronto and does a wide range of work including relationship and marriage counseling.In this interview, we tackle the million dollar question - how to get married along with related topics such as readiness for marriage, what to look for, managing pressures associated with this search and more. Questions Asked: - Tell us a bit about yourself and what you do? - How do you know you are "ready" for marriage? - The great search - how do we find someone to get married to? - Why is it that we struggle to get married in the first place? - How does dishonesty play into finding a spouse? - How can we cope with the pressure and expectations to get married? - How do you deal with comments such "you're getting old, expiring, when are you getting married" etc? - There may be conflict between parents and child, preventing them from getting married, what are your thoughts on this? - If someone comes up to you asking whether they should get married or complete their studies, what would you say? - So you are talking to a potential spouse, are there any signs of dishonesty that you should look out for? - Top 3 recommended books For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-8

    #3-7: Getting into Entrepreneurship w/ Omar Taha

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2015 60:19


    "Don't fall into the trap of wanting to do multiple things, focus on one thing and insha Allah you are bound to be successful" - Omar Taha  In this interview we talk to Omar Taha. Omar is the founder of Startup Muslim (startupmuslim.com), a global platform connecting experienced minds with startups to create successful ventures, businesses and network. We get into topics such as: where to start when it comes to business, mindset, mentorship, how to pick a field and much more. If you've always wanted to get started with your very own business, this is a perfect place to start. This episode is brought to you by Muslim Central   Questions Asked: - What made you switch from working on Wall St to teaching Muslims about how to build businesses? - Where does one start when it comes to business? - Would you say one of the big reasons people fail at business is because they want to do too many things? - How do you know what your good at and what "business" to go into? - You transitioned from your e-commerce business to apps, how did you know when to switch it up or stick it out? - What should we know in terms of mindset before venturing into our own businesses. - What are you thoughts on online courses for gaining knowledge on certain businesses? - How do you just stick to one thing when it comes to business?  - What kind of environment is ideal when working on your business? - How do you find a business mentor? - What holds a lot of people back from business is fear. How can we overcome this? - Getting practical and diving deeper into what we have spoken about so far, you have $1000 and a laptop, you know you want to start some kind of business but not entirely sure, what are you next steps? - What advice would you give your 20 year old self about starting a business and life?   For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-7

    #3-6: Overcoming Procrastination w/ Abu Muawiyah Ismail Kamdar

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2015 48:01


    "If you are afraid that it is going to take you 5 or 10 years to achieve a goal understand that those years are going to pass anyway and what will you show for it?" - Abu Muawiyah
 Joining us on the show today is Abu Muawiyah Ismail Kamdar. He is the head tutorial assistant at Islamic Online University, radio presenter at Radio Al Ansar, creator of the online space islamicselfhelp.com as well as a published writer of multiple books including the one we will be discussing in our interview called "Getting the Barakah". In this episode we get into a tone of things regarding managing our time and productivity. We also get into how to set 10-20 year long goals, avoid making decisions that you will later regret and finding the perfect time management system for you! Questions Asked:- Why should our listeners care about time management and in turn being productive?- Do you think that because time is not a tangible form of rizq we do not consider it as valuable?- So for those of us who have also grown up in the 80s and 90s and have this notion of killing time, overhauling their habbits and starting to think long term sounds very intimidating. Where do we start with that process?- How can someone tell if a decision is potentially harmful for them in the future or just an easy short cut? What is the difference?- In your book you talk about how not all hours of the day have the same value. How can we use this to our advantage to get more done?- The 7 day planner or the To-Do list? Can you explain these two systems and how they suit different lifestyles?- What would you say to someone who says they are a procrastinator?- Is having managed our time having a full calendar and always being busy? Where does relaxation and fun fit into the equation?   For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-6

    #3-5: The Art of Public Speaking w/ Omar Usman

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2015 54:36


    "Everyone wants whatever perceived glory they see from being on the microphone or on the stage but they don’t want put that work in that comes with it. That’s why a lot of times, they look for some kind of a shortcut, some kind of technique when the only technique is to put in the work" - Omar Usman* Joining us on the show this week is brother Omar Usman, the co founder of Muslim Matters, Qalam Institute and Debt Free Muslims and one of the instructors of the khateeb and sisters public speaking workshop by the Qalam Institute. In this episode, we speak all about public speaking, including how to deliver a powerful speech regardless of your personality type, the art of speech writing and ways to keep improving.   Questions Asked: - Where should a person start if they want to write a powerful speech? - What is the best way to write a speech? - Would you say writing it out word by word is more effective or sticking to dot points? - What are some ways to keep your audience captivated especially when the subject matter is dry? Is humour the way to go? - Do experienced speakers still get nervous before delivering a speech? What are ways to tackle it? - What are some of the worst public speakings tips out there? - You mentioned that advance speakers not only work on the points to build the overall message in a speech but they also work on creating transitions between them to ensure a smooth flow. Can you give us an example of this in action? - What if you blank out in your speech? How can you get back on track? - What’s the best way to end of a speech? How can we end on a strong note? - How can we continue improving and becoming better public speakers? For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-5   *quote contains minor edits for the sake of readability.

    #3-4: Giving Yourself Permission to Pursue Your Purpose w/ Nadia Yunis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2015 45:35


    "All the resources you need to achieve awesomeness and greatness for yourself, family and ummah are all within you. All the resources are within ourselves, we just need to step back and reconnect with ourselves, reconnect with Allah swt and find it. You don’t need a million dollar to start a venture, you don’t need extensive knowledge of xyz to begin. You begin with yourself, your resources are within you.” - Nadia Yunis
 Today we speak to sister Nadia Yunus. She is a spiritual, creative and personal peak performance coach. In this episode, we talk about our finding our unique purposes in our lives, giving ourselves permission to embrace it and how to tackle all the obstacles that come in pursuit of it. Questions Asked:- What is the difference between an ultimate purpose and a unique purpose? - Why do people have a hard time giving themselves permission to pursue their unique purpose, is it a result of upbringing? - What can they do about it? - Is the process of finding your ultimate purpose going to be a pleasant experience? - How can we remain true to ourselves and let go of our negative stories especially when the environment around you keeps reinforcing it (e.g. family members). - Why is the need of giving ourselves permission to pursue our purpose more common among women? For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-4 Thank You For Listening!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. This helps us get the word out there and in turn give us the opportunity to benefit more people.

    #3-3: Feeling Like a Fraud & The Imposter Syndrome w/ Haleh Banani

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2015 33:24


    "Comparing to others is actually a form of violence against yourself… it doesn’t do any good… The best thing we can do is to compare and compete against yourself. I want to my best. I want to be better than who I was last year. It’s not about competing with others and outdoing others, it's about competing with myself and making sure that I am constantly in that process of self development, self improvement, excelling and achieving." - Haleh Banani*   Today we will be speaking to sister Haleh Banani. She has a masters degree in clinical psychology, a featured expert on a variety of platforms and also hosted her own TV show for Al-Fajr TV called ‘with Haleh’ which combined principles of psychology and Islam to help people reach their full potential.   In this interview, we talk about the impostor syndrome, feeling like a fraud, tackling perfectionism and handling negative self talk.   Questions Asked: - What is the impostor syndrome all about? - What causes a person to feel this way? Is it a result of low self esteem or a mix of issues? - If someone has been given the opportunity to take on a big role/project and still feels like they don't belong there (despite having the capability). What advice would you give them in terms of overcoming this internal conflict and doing their job well? - How does one tackle perfectionism?
 - How do you internalise your accomplishments? - How can we make sure that we are giving our best effort instead of getting caught up in aiming for unattainable perfectionism? 
 - Do other people really do sit and think about our mess ups? For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-3   Thank You For Listening! Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. This helps us get the word out there and in turn give us the opportunity to benefit more people.   *quote contains minor edits for the sake of readability.  

    #3-2: Setting a Vision for Your Life w/ Sheikh Sajid Umar

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2015 46:32


    “A wise man once said, a candle illuminates but light focused is a laser and a laser cuts through steel…. This is what the vision does, it focuses us. It tells us who we are, it tells us who we are not, it tells us why we do what we do, why we do not…  Having vision is very addiction. Once you get it, you will hate to live a day without it. This is what makes a visionary different to a person who doesn’t” - Sheikh Sajid. Sheikh Sajid Umar joins us on the show to talk about person visions. He is an educator, speaker and graduate in Information Technology, Islamic Law and Judiciary with a vision of a world filled with communities that inspire and benefit humanity. We cover the basics of vision setting, why it’s necessary to have one and how it helps with achieving our greatest ambition of entering Jannah.   Questions Asked: Can you please define for us what it means exactly to have a vision for your life and setting a personal vision? Why is it necessary to have one? How does it benefit us? What sets apart a person who has a vision and a person who doesn’t? What if a person has a vision of simply making it to Jannah – the highest level and so paves out their life with that in mind. What are your thoughts on this approach and how would you be able to merge this with the vision setting we spoke about here? Would you be able to tell us how you were inspired to creating your own vision? How long did it take before it was crystal clear? Was it ongoing process that you tweaked over years or something you wrote up in one go? For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-2   Thank You For Listening! Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. This helps us get the word out there and in turn give us the opportunity to benefit more people.

    #3-1: Building Confidence, Dealing with Setbacks and Criticisms w/ Abu Muawiyah Ismail Kamdar

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2015 38:20


    “… now we think to be humble we have to think low of yourself so guess what? If you think that you are stupid, if you think that are dumb, if you think that you can’t do anything then you are not going to do anything with your life. The entire ummah is thinking like that, the entire world is going to do nothing and when we look around the world today, the Muslims are not leading in any fields. It’s because we don’t have the confidence to lead, we are killing each others confidence.” – Abu Muawiyah     Questions Asked: What motivated you to write about such topic? Do you think that there is a problem of low confidence in the Muslim community? If we know that Allah swt will help us and give us success in anything we do, why is having self confidence important? How does this fit in? What is the difference between self confidence and arrogance? How can we ensure we nurture the former and not the latter? It’s easy to claim that we are confidence but what are the signs of insecurity and low confidence? In the book, you make a point about people who criticise generally have low self esteem. Why is that the case? For resources mentioned in episode, check out the show notes: http://muslimlifehackers.com/3-1   Thank You For Listening! Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a review for us on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. This helps us get the word out there and in turn give us the opportunity to benefit more people. 

    #2-14: Season 2 Finale, Highlights & Listener Questions [M&Ms]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2015 20:42


    Mifrah and Maheen, in an M&Ms episode, talk about the season 2 finale of the podcast as well answer listener questions about productivity, life, business and the upcoming season.  Highlights from the show: -Upcoming Muslim Life Hackers projects - Zara: “What top five things will make me a highly effective person?” - Omar: “Can you start a online entrepreneur business with nil money?” - Melanie: “What have been your personal development struggles and how did you overcome them?” - Binetou: “Do you have productivity tips for creative minds?” - Adil: “What misconceptions about Islam frustrate you the most?” - Bilal: “When does season 3 start and why can’t it start sooner?” -Season 2 highlights References: Connect with Muslim Life Hackers on the VIP list: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  To find out more on this episode plus others visit: http://muslimlifehackers.com  

    #2-13: The Art of Dawah w/ Belal Khan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2015 43:47


    Mifrah and Maheen speaks to Belal Khan from Leechon Films on the Art of Dawah. Highlights from the show: Belal’s journey in dawah Pros & Cons: Fee Sabillah Vs Free Sabillah Raising the standard of dawah - what does it mean? Why a positive narrative is important for Islam and Muslim Why following your passions is dumb advice How to find your super powers (strengths) How to leverage them in a dawah context The game being played in media today Stories and how they relate to your legacy Love or justice? Belal’s life hack to get ahead   References: Join the Muslim Life Hackers VIP list: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  To find out more on this episode plus others visit: http://muslimlifehackers.com/2-13

    #2-12: Breaking Free From The 9 to 5 w/ Haroon Qureshi

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2015 39:02


    Maheen talks to Haroon Qureshi the CEO of The Muslim Entrepreneur Group about how to break free from the 9 to 5 lifestyle.  Highlights from the show: How to go from failing to being on the top in any area of your life.  How to learn from other peoples mistakes The benefits of being financially free and being able to focus your time on whatever you want. What does Haroon say to people who believe that success can only come from the traditional path of school, degree, work and retire?  What Mark Zuckerberg, Richard Branson and Ralph Lauren have in common.  How the Amazon business model works and tips on how to get started. References: Connect with Muslim Life Hackers on the VIP list: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  To find out more on this episode plus others visit: http://muslimlifehackers.com   

    #2-11: Are These 3 Excuses Holding You Back? [M&M]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2015 32:36


    Maheen and Mifrah have a conversation about the 3 biggest excuses people make in their lives and how to move past them.  Highlights from the show: What are excusists? [2:06 – Mifrah] “The first kind of excusist is the health excusist, kind of using it as a way of preventing yourself from taking action”[2:49 – Maheen]  The story of the two diabetics [4-15 – Maheen]  “Most people on the hospital bed have EII – emotionally induced illness” [11:05 – Mifrah]   “Intelligence excusists say they are just not smart enough to that...but it is not about your intelligence but the thinking that guides it” [11:43 – Mifrah] “Are you going to use your mind to make history or to record history” [13:59 – Mifrah] “You hear a lot of people saying they are passed the learning age?” [19:02 – Maheen] “When you think about negative things more, the more the thinking, the stronger association and quicker it is retrieved” [23:50 – Maheen] References: Connect with Muslim Life Hackers on the VIP list: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  To find out more on this episode plus others, visit: http://muslimlifehackers.com   

    #2-10: Bringing Ideas to Life through Crowdfunding w/ Chris Blauvelt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2015 44:31


    Mifrah speaks to Chris Abdurrahman Blauvelt, the co-founder of the crowdfunding platform LaunchGood on bringing ideas to life through crowdfunding.   Topics Covered: What is Crowdfunding? How LaunchGood plays a part in supporting Muslim causes and ideas. The early days of Launch Good and challenges experienced The importance of mentors and how to find them How to make sure your business grows steadily and not fizzle away. How long to spend time in a startup before seeing its success. The reality of business failures and bigger picture. The reality of unsuccessful crowdfunding campaigns. How to make sure your crowdfunding campaign is successful. An overlooked benefit from crowdfunding that many are not aware of and more...   Show Notes (where you can find tweetables & resources mentioned in episode):  http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/2-10   Leave a Review on iTunes:  http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/itunes   Muslim Life Hackers VIP List Join the Muslim Life Hackers VIP Email List to get the opportunity to participate in interesting discussions, get access to content that’s not published on the blog, have a say in future topics + guests & more: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip

    #2-09: Happiness, High Performance & Wealth w/ Saiyyidah Zaidi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2015 37:33


    Mifrah speaks with positive psychologist, coach & entrepreneur: Saiyyidah Zaidi on happiness, high performance & wealth.  "You had an aim to become a chief executive but priorities changed and you were true to that which is a very brave step to take especially since sometimes when we are set on a goal, its as though we get to married to it or something - there's no flexibility if things change in life" [3:40 - Mifrah] "... Honestly if you were to ask me, I would say that I live the life of a millionaire right now but does it mean I am millionaire? I choose when to get up, how to spend my time. If we want to take off 3 months and go travelling then we can do it because of some of the things we set up and it doesn't need to extravagant." [10:48 - Saiyyidah] "If you surround yourself with amazing people, your going to life yourself and become even more amazing. When I look at the situation of UK, many people are generationally unemployed or generationally uneducated because that's who they surrounded themselves with." [17:39 - Saiyyidah]  "You talk about the importance of being confident in yourself so that you bring more to things you do. Now an issue that was brought up by one of our listeners on this, was finding that balance between being confident and not being proud and arrogant? Is this just a misunderstanding of confidence or is there some truth to this, can you really get carried away in the pursuit of being more confident?" [18:10 - Mifrah] "In order to be high performers we need to take care of yourselves. Its not rocket science. It just requires a little bit of tweaking to the life we are living" [27:13 - Saiyyidah]   Show Notes:  http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/2-09   Leave a Review on iTunes:  http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/itunes   Muslim Life Hackers VIP List Join the Muslim Life Hackers VIP Email List to get the opportunity to participate in interesting discussions, get access to content that’s not published on the blog, have a say in future topics + guests & more: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  

    #2-08: Self Awareness, The Creative Process & Social Justice w/ Khalil Ismail [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2015 41:27


    Maheen talks to lyricist and vocalist Khalil Ismail about the work he does with the homeless and victims of domestic violence as well as his creative process and thoughts on self awareness and personal development.  Highlights from the show: -“Could you tell us a bit about what has inspired you to do what you do” (4:47 – Maheen) - “It is always important to have a plan and then know that it is being disrupted...the problem when you just go without a plan is that often times you forget where you started, and you can’t  grow without measuring your progress” (8:09 – Khalil) - “Could you tell us a bit about the creative process that goes on being your work?” (9:40 – Maheen) - “You have to look at the reality of the culture that you are in and provide solutions for it, in every way, not just music and art but in every way, but I just so happen to be in music and art...right now that the most powerful thing the West has is the media, we can’t shun it, it is just not reality, you would have to live in a cave!” (12:20 – Khalil) - “What advice would you give to the average person to open up their awareness as to what is going on in the community” (19:35 – Maheen) - “I think what happens is that you often have a lot of mismatches...I do think that everyone can help, but the first job is to understand who you are first, and when you can understand this then you can find out how to find how to help best” (28:19 – Khalil) - “Your relationship with Allah will give you an ability and insight into yourself...bottom line, you are not going to be asked about anyone but yourself, so Allah is saying pay attention to yourself first” (33:12 – Khalil) -“You are working with various artists, collaborating, community projects...how do you manage it all?” (34:49 – Maheen) -“Some people would call it ADD, but I just say I have an active brain”(35:30 – Khalil) For all the links and resources mentioned in the show, plus previous episodes and interviews visit: http://muslimlifehackers.com  

    #2-07: Building Online Businesses and Leaving Legacies w/ Aaqib Ahmed [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2015 33:53


    Maheen talks to Aaqib Ahmed about building online businesses using Facebook and what it means to be legacy focused in life.    Highlights from the show: -           “Give us the low down, what do you do?” [2:15 – Maheen] -           “To face over 200 rejects is taking it to a totally new level, and I really liked how you mentioned you wanted to break the status quo, you know not typical Pakistani style...go be an entrepreneur” [3:50 – Maheen] -           “It is all about making your work your life mission, so that you know in society you are not worshiping the status quo” [4:16 – Aaqib] -          “The one question that shaped everything that I am doing – If on The Day of Judgement when Allah asks me “Ya Aaqib what have you done with your time?” and I can’t say you know I have really given it my best shot, I haven’t been sitting on the fence, that regret would be too much to take” [4:35 – Aaqib] -           “Tell us more about your vision of building a legacy focused Ummah” [5:33 – Maheen] -           “You need to step up, you have to compete with the best out there. You want to contribute and the only way to do that is to challenge yourself, push yourself 100 percent” [9:34 – Aaqib] -           “Raise your minimum standard to excellence” [10:04 – Aaqib] -           “Why should people use Facebook for building their online businesses?” [17:08 – Maheen] -          “I have an imbalance, where I am spending too much time at work and not enough with my family. But it is all about balance...but it is like the 80-20 rule, do that 20 percent that gives you 80 percent of the result” [21:58 – Aaqib] For all the refernceces mentioned in the show plus more on previous interviews and episoded head over to: muslimlifehackers.com

    #2-06: Working In Community Projects w/ Adel Mohammed [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2015 14:40


    Maheen talks to Br Adel Mohammed from Tanzeel and online Quran memorisation platform and discusses what it is like to work in community projects. Highlights from the show:           “Tell us about yourself Adel and what you do” [2:05 – Maheen]          “For a period of about 2 years we were still thinking, and we hadn’t given up on the idea but something just wasn’t gelling for us” [3:42 – Adel]          “What is unique about Tanzeel?” [4:45 – Maheen]         “How did you connect with these teachers that were from all these remote villages around Cairo... how did you bring them together ?” [6:30 – Maheen]           “My biggest dua that I am making now is that Allah brings us the right people” [8:02 - Adel ] Find all the links and resources mentioned in the show plus our previous episodes over at: muslimlifehackers.com Join our VIP mailing list: muslimlifehackers.com/vip

    #2-05: Turning Ideas Into Brands w/ Peter Gould [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2015 31:59


    Mifrah and Maheen interview Br Peter Gould on the creative process and how to turn ideas into brands.  We take a look at Peter’s latest projects, how he manages his time and his vision of connecting people all around the Ummah.  Highlights from the show: “What are some of the latest projects that you have been working on?” [5:25 – Mifrah] “I really want to use creative thinking and design thinking to solve some of the problems that we have in the Ummah at the moment” [6:28 – Peter]  “ How did you take your ideas and turn it into a reality?” [10:12 – Maheen]  “The best reason to start up a start up... when you can’t not do it” [14:40 – Peter] The importance of a live working concept [19:12 – Peter]  What were the challenges that you faced when you were launching Creative Ummah? [21:31 – Maheen]  “I needed to step away from the project...as an individual and approach it as something much bigger, and it is so much more when you find the right people”  [ 23:25 – Peter] “How are you juggling all these multiple projects?” [23:54 – Maheen]    You can find all the links and references from the show over at http://muslimlifehackers.com/2-05  The VIP List : http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip   

    #2-04: Should You Pay For Personal Development? [M&Ms]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2015 19:36


    In this new segment of the Muslim Life Hackers Podcast, Mifrah and Maheen ask the question:  Should you pay for personal development?    Highlights from the show: ·         Is there a difference between cheap and expensive personal development content? ·         What part does perceived value play? ·         Why should developers price personal development ·         Can you buy back time?   Join the VIP List! Get access to exclusive content and more here: muslimlifehackers.com/vip   For more information on this episode go to: muslimlifehackers.com/2-04

    #2-03: The Quran Memorising Journey w/ Farhia Yahya p2 [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2015 22:52


    Mifrah speaks to Sr Farhia Yahya on the Quran memorisation journey and addresses issues such as finding the motivation to start, mindsets to overcome and practical tips to help you fit it into a busy schedule. This episode is the second part of a two part interview.   --- This episode is brought to you by Visionaire Online. Check out visionaire online by going to http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/visionaire     Become a Muslim Life Hackers VIP Join the Muslim Life Hackers VIP Email List to get the opportunity to participate in interesting discussions, get access to content that’s not published on the blog, have a say in future topics + guests & more: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip  

    #2-02: The Quran Memorising Journey w/ Farhia Yahya p1 [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2015 28:37


    Mifrah speaks to Sr Farhia Yahya on the Quran memorisation journey and addresses issues such as finding the motivation to start, mindsets to overcome and practical tips to help you fit it into a busy schedule. This episode is the first part of a two part interview.   --- This episode is brought to you by Visionaire Online. Check out visionaire online by going to http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/visionaire     Become a Muslim Life Hackers VIP Join the Muslim Life Hackers VIP Email List to get the opportunity to participate in interesting discussions, get access to content that’s not published on the blog, have a say in future topics + guests & more: http://muslimlifehackers.com/vip    

    #2-01: The Story of Productive Muslim w/ Mohammed Faris [Interview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2015 28:09


    Maheen interviews Mohammed Faris (aka Abu Productive) on the back story of Productive Muslim, how it all got started, challenges faced along the way and advice on how others can make their own projects happen.   Highlights from the Show "Take us back in time and set the scene for us, where did Productive Muslim all start?" (3:11 - Maheen)   "The true launch of the website happened...became like a dream...it It is not just about teaching people how to become productive, it became more of how does Islam teach you to become productive. Overthrow the notion that practicing Islam is going to put you down, that Islam is not just about praying and fasting, it is really a whole system to help you grow and develop" (6:50 - Mohammed)   "With every progression in life, or with every project we face challenges along the way. Could you tell us a bit about some of the big challenges you faced with Productive Muslim and how did you conquer them?" (11:25 - Maheen)   "Just by closing the door to something, like we are not going to take donations, it really opens the door to ways that are really creative for how you can keep the project going, but it is an ongoing process" (12:31 - Mohammed)   "It becomes more and more challenging, how do you really make this project continue and outlast us, the ideal is that if I drop dead today the project would continue, it shouldn't rely on me personally or any team member, it should be self sufficient" (16:00 - Mohammed)   "Debate in the team is very very healthy, having a team that challenges, always asking you know, why can't we do this? why can't we do that? how can we do this better? Really helps us fight complacency" (17:55 - Mohammed)   "What was really interesting for me was, are we really producing good content, not just the generic content that you can find on any blog and that kept me going" (21:45 - Mohammed)   "Final advice to our listeners who are maybe thinking about starting their own project?" (23:33 - Maheen)   --- This episode is brought to you by Visionaire Online. Check out visionaire online by going to http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/visionaire Get access to all 50 episodes from Season 1 of the Muslim Life Hackers podcast by going to: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/season1

    #19: The BEST Investment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 17:43


    Maheen talks about why education is the BEST investment and why it is important for YOU to take time in investing the growth of your mind through this vital tool.   In This Episode, you will learn: -       - What makes education and learning the best investment you can make? -      -  How learning impacts the world that we live in reasons why You should spend time on nourishing your mind!    All links and resources from this episode can be found at : muslimlifehackers.com/19   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app   Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #18: How to Keep Going When Things Don't Go To Plan!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 12:13


    In this Mifrah speaks about what to do when things don’t go according to plan, those times in which you had plans in place but things didn't go so well. So not only did you waste the time but you felt like a failure :/ For example, you woke up really late one day when you planned for an early morning or you sat down to work on an important project, only to find yourself reading countless articles & surfing mindlessly on social media. Can you relate to this? If so you can find some insights in this podcast.   Access Show Notes: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/18 Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #17 Anger Management – Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 23:05


    Maheen talks more about anger and delves into stratergies to help you keep a lid on it and improve your character in the long run. In this episode you will learn: Why it is important to know about anger How we express anger 6 strategies to combat your anger  All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/17

    #16: Anger Management – Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 21:40


    Maheen discusses all things anger management. Feel like an angry little monster? Find yourself fuming at even the littlest things? Or maybe you just want to be more chill? This podcast delves into how we as humans express anger through different ways and methods and the importance of being aware of yourself. In This Episode, you will learn: -       Anger and it’s role within our character -       3 ways people express anger   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/16

    #15: 3 Life Lessons from Ice Skating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 19:43


    Mifrah discusses 3 profound life lessons she took when she went ice skating… yes, that’s right, Ice Skating! Check it out. All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/15

    #40: [Interview] Omar Usman on the Fiqh of Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 29:56


    Maheen interviews Br Omar Usman on the fiqh of social media, a faith based guide to navigating the social media lifestyle. In this interview, you will hear about the things that are not so commonly spoken about on social media - Including the good, the bad and the ugly. Find the show notes at: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/40 Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #39: Self Esteem - It Matters!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 23:15


    Maheen talks about understanding self esteem, the effects and gives 6 strategies to help you improve.  All the links and resources mentioned can be found at: http://muslimlifehackers.com/39

    #38: How To Wake Up for the Fajr Prayer!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 19:55


    Do you struggle to wake up for the Fajr prayer? In this podcast, Mifrah gives practical tips on how you can wake up for Fajr & become a Fajr champion! ;) Find the show notes at: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/38 Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #37: Why YOU Should Become An Optimist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 17:39


    Maheen talks about the importance of optimisim and how to nurture an optimistic characterisitc.  All the links and references mentioned in the show can be found at: muslimlifehackers.com/37

    #36: [Interview] Make The Most Of The 10 Days Of Dhul Hijjah w/ Sh Musleh Khan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 23:18


    Episode Summary: Mifrah interviews Sh Musleh Khan on the topic of the 10 days of Dhul Hijjah, to give us a practical guide on how to approach this special time of year. Sh Musleh explains the real importance of the 10 days and highlights why we should really utilise them to help us in this life and the next – including some personal tips he implements himself!   All links and resources from this episode can be found at : http://muslimlifehackers.com/36

    #35: How to Use Social Media to Your Advantage!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 23:17


    Do you find your life consumed by social media? Are struggling to find a balance? In this episode, Mifrah gives you some tips on how to use social media and still live a life outside it!    ---   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/35 Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #34:How To Become A Great Listener!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 21:43


    Episode Summary: Maheen discusses the topic of listening. We live in an increasingly noisy world where everyone has something to say, and this makes the skill of listening even more important!  In This Episode, you will learn:  Why it is important to listen What are the benefits of being a listener  6 Stratergies to help you be an awesome listener   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/34

    #33: Try These 5 Tips to Increase in Khushoo During Your Prayer!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 14:11


    Mifrah gives tips on how to increase in khusho (concentration/tranquility) during prayer.   ---   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/33   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #32: How YOU Can Become An Abundance Thinker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 19:59


    Maheen talks about how to become an abundance thinker, and how you can nurture an abundance mentality. There are two types of thinkers in the world, which one are you?  In This Episode, you will learn: -       What are the characteristics of an abundance thinker and a scarcity thinker -       What does our religion teach us about character -       Tips on how to nurture an abundance thinking habit All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/32

    #31: Have Nothing To Do? Find Out Why This Can Work Against You!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 17:45


    Mifrah speaks about idleness, what’s wrong with it and what you can do if you find yourself falling into it.    --- All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/31   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #30: So You’re Overcommitted. What Can You Do?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 18:30


    Episode Summary:   Maheen talks about being overcommitted. We have all been in the situation where we feel like we have too much to do and not enough time to get it done, but what do you do? In this podcast, Maheen gives 6 strategies to help you deal with over commitment and managing your time more effectively. In This Episode, you will learn: - Strategies to help you manage your time better - How we become overcommitted and why All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/30  

    #29: The 1 Thing You Must Do in Preparation for Best 10 Nights of Year!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 12:31


    Alhamdulilah, there are many amazing reminders out there online to help you make the most out of the last 10 days of Ramadan but there is 1 thing that we believe you must do during these days.   In this podcast, you will hear about what it is including a quick run down on how to prepare it.   --- All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/29   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #28: Use This Ramadan To Rework Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 12:42


    Maheen about how Ramadan is the ideal time to re-evaluate your life and gives you 5 tips on how to get started! In This Episode, you will learn:   -       Why it is important to evaluate your life -       What is so important about Ramadan? -       Tips on how to start reworking your All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/28

    #27: How to Connect with the Quran this Ramadan!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 23:50


    Once upon a time there lived a group of people who weren't the most civilised, they were superstitious, engaged in strange practices and generally were not regarded by the world at the time but then things changed after a man amongst them was given a divine guidance. This man was no other than our Prophet (saw) and what he was given was the Quran. It was this Quran that transformed lives for the better, it turned a group of people into the most successful and super powers of that time and as a result, made the world a better place. In this podcast, Mifrah explains to you what makes the Quran special and practical ways you can connect with it so that you - with the help of Allah swt - can also start the road of transformation for the better. --- All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/27   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #26: Take Your Life to Another Level through Dua this Ramadan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 21:11


    Mifrah explains how you can use dua to take your life to another level this Ramadan!   In This Episode, you will: Find out What Makes Dua Special Learn How to Start Making Dua this Ramadan! Be Inspired to get started All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/26   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #25: Get Prepared For Ramadan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 10:12


    Maheen talks about Ramadan and gives you 6 tips to help you get prepared and maximizing the month to come! Find all links and resources at: http://muslimlifehackers.com/25     Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #24: Punctuality (Part 2) - How to be Early for Your Next Commitment!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 21:35


    Mifrah explains why you may be having difficulties being on time and provides you with 8 tips on to help you be early for your next commitment.   In This Episode, you will learn: Why you may find it difficult to be on time How to be early for your next commitment   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/24 Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #23: The Amazing Secret To Good Memory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 16:40


    Maheen talks about one memory technique that will help you improve your memory for the better! In This Episode, you will learn: How our brains memorise How technology has affected us The Baker/baker paradox One simple technique to help you improve your memory   All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/23 Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #22: Punctuality (Part 1) - Why it's Important to Be On Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 18:03


    Being late once in a while, be it an emergency or a situation completely out of your control is one thing but what about if it's habitual? You always seem to be find yourself being late for everything? If that sounds familiar to you then check out this week's podcast. In the first of the two part series, Mifrah explains why it is important to be on time and what is expected from us as a Muslim. Access Show Notes: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/22 Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

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    #21: What’s wrong with Multitasking?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 10:40


    Episode Summary: Maheen talks about the much used technique of multitasking and what its possible effects are. Are we really doing ourselves a favour by juggling many things at once?  In This Episode, you will learn:   -       Multitasking and you brain -       What the research says about this technique -       3 reasons on why you should halt your multitasking ways! All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://muslimlifehackers.com/21

    #20: Do this ONE thing - if YOU want More Time, Focus, Energy & Happiness!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 20:27


    In this podcast Mifrah talks about one thing in your life that if you do it then you will find in your life, more time, focus, energy and happiness! What is this one thing? It’s Exercise. The one thing that many of us are missing out on today!   Access Show Notes: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/20   Get the Muslim Life Hackers Apple/Android Mobile App: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/app   Sign up for Email Notifications: http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/subscribe

    #14: Perfectionism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 29:54


    Mifrah discusses all things perfectionism. Sometimes we set the bar too high, ask for too much and expect the gold standard. High expectation can be good but on the other hand they can bring you down. Real down. In this podcast we address what perfectionism is and how to tackle it if you find it is bringing you down. In This Episode, you will learn: -       - How we are sold the concept of being perfect -      - What perfectionism is -       - What to do if you find yourself falling into this habit All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/14

    #13: Habits of Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2015 30:35


    Maheen talks about the habits of happiness in this episode. We all want more happiness within our lives, and look for it constantly whether in material things or experiences. In this episode we discuss how this emotion impacts our lives and how to get more of it!  In This Episode, you will learn: Why knowing about happiness is important Different types of happiness Tips of how to gain more happiness All links and resources from this episode can be found at http://www.muslimlifehackers.com/13  

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