Very interesting!! I was also initially not interested in reading Ali's book, even though I've supported his work since he was in medical school and I was still planning on going.
But you've got me thinking, maybe I should give it a fair shot.
I know I felt like his book would be a summary of his youtube videos and that sounded pointless, but there was actually so much value in the book. I enjoyed the variety of research he shared and the audiobook was narrated by himself so it felt like his youtube, just longer! I'd love to know what you thought of the book if you do give it a read!!
lovely post Leena ! Allahuma barik. Those daydreams came in handy that they let you create such beautiful graphic designs 😍 (winkwonk) i believe the best substack post i enjoyed was the one on Ramadan by Zahra. There was one more that I can’t remember but it was beautifully written ma sha Allah. And your posts are now a motivation for me to retreat back to productivity. There was smth amazing i heard the other day with regards to planning - the sheikh said this is how a Mu’min should be! Organized, collected. Allahuma barik. The little design of goals for Ramadan looks so beautiful 🥹 if I didn’t like digital planning i would’ve let my creative squirrel out too like that! Rooting for you~ may Allah accept ameen!
Thank you so much for your kind words Fatima! I'm glad could motivate you towards some productivity, we can all use a boost sometimes. I love what you shared from the sheikh, that we should be organized and collected. Ever since I learned about Ihsan, it changed my perspective on how I spent my time and level of effort I put into my work. Insha'Allah, striving to be a little better everyday. Thank you for reading and sharing your reflections!!
I’d say it was “Cofee chats” by yourself. The concept of having a discussion with a younger self is truly one I havent really given much thought and reading that pieces did gave me a lot of food for thought. Also your emphasis on not just looking back at bad or negative memories as just bad, but rather to look at them as events that birthed and paved way to a better future that we live and will live. Also to not dwell too much on the “bad memories” but to balance it out by reminiscing on the good ones too yk
Overall I though it was a really insightful and well written piece, Good job Leena 👍🏽
Thank you so much!! I definitely a fun piece to write, I'm glad it was a valuable piece. Self- reflection always brings us new insights about how we see ourselves and the world!
Very interesting!! I was also initially not interested in reading Ali's book, even though I've supported his work since he was in medical school and I was still planning on going.
But you've got me thinking, maybe I should give it a fair shot.
I know I felt like his book would be a summary of his youtube videos and that sounded pointless, but there was actually so much value in the book. I enjoyed the variety of research he shared and the audiobook was narrated by himself so it felt like his youtube, just longer! I'd love to know what you thought of the book if you do give it a read!!
lovely post Leena ! Allahuma barik. Those daydreams came in handy that they let you create such beautiful graphic designs 😍 (winkwonk) i believe the best substack post i enjoyed was the one on Ramadan by Zahra. There was one more that I can’t remember but it was beautifully written ma sha Allah. And your posts are now a motivation for me to retreat back to productivity. There was smth amazing i heard the other day with regards to planning - the sheikh said this is how a Mu’min should be! Organized, collected. Allahuma barik. The little design of goals for Ramadan looks so beautiful 🥹 if I didn’t like digital planning i would’ve let my creative squirrel out too like that! Rooting for you~ may Allah accept ameen!
Thank you so much for your kind words Fatima! I'm glad could motivate you towards some productivity, we can all use a boost sometimes. I love what you shared from the sheikh, that we should be organized and collected. Ever since I learned about Ihsan, it changed my perspective on how I spent my time and level of effort I put into my work. Insha'Allah, striving to be a little better everyday. Thank you for reading and sharing your reflections!!
Substack post I enjoyed this month 🤔…
I’d say it was “Cofee chats” by yourself. The concept of having a discussion with a younger self is truly one I havent really given much thought and reading that pieces did gave me a lot of food for thought. Also your emphasis on not just looking back at bad or negative memories as just bad, but rather to look at them as events that birthed and paved way to a better future that we live and will live. Also to not dwell too much on the “bad memories” but to balance it out by reminiscing on the good ones too yk
Overall I though it was a really insightful and well written piece, Good job Leena 👍🏽
Thank you so much!! I definitely a fun piece to write, I'm glad it was a valuable piece. Self- reflection always brings us new insights about how we see ourselves and the world!
Thank you for reading and commenting!!