Fear is something we learn to live with; whether it is fear of a conversation, fear of a choice, fear of hurt, or fear of consequences. It’s there and it’s so very real. The trick with fear is not to …
7 Reasons Calling is Better Than Texting in Dating and Relationships
I’ve been a marriage and family counselor for more than 40 years. Though the times and technologies have changed, the basics of dating and mating haven’t. The new science of love demonstrates that the…
How Preconceived Notions on Dating Kept Me From Meeting the Right Guy
Modern day “dating”—I use quotations because for Muslim Americans, it’s not the typical kind of dating—is pretty difficult to navigate. Add the convenience of having the ability to swipe right and lef…
How Young Muslims Define ‘Halal Dating’ For Themselves
When 18-year-old Nermeen Ileiwat first began college, she could not wait to get into a relationship — maybe even get engaged before graduation. But after one year, the rising sophomore realized she ha…
Advice to Daughter-in-Laws
At times we may feel that we know exactly what we are doing and most importantly we think that we are the best at it. That usually is not that case and as anything thing in life, we need to learn and …
Searching For Mr. Right Series – The Stupid Glass Slipper
I think I am going to make a few enemies right now when I say that Disney is not my favorite place to find “halalified” entertainment. I have, over the years, grown utterly disgusted by all of the fem…
Key Advice for the Newly Wed
It is common for scholars and teachers to be asked for their advice on certain topics and situations. As Muslims we put a trust in our scholars and teachers as long as they are not doing anything agai…