Why Aren’t Muslim Students Talking About Their Mental Health?
Disclaimer: This article is in no way meant to substitute for medical or mental health advice from a trained and educated mental health professional. Muslim Girl encourages those who need help to seek...
View ArticleHow To Take Care of Your Vaginal Health
Vaginal health isn’t just about what happens down there. It’s also about the health of the surrounding areas, including your entire body. And while addressing vaginal health is often viewed as taboo...
View ArticleCBD: Is It Haram?
It’s 4/20, and while it falls on the last day of Ramadan, conversations still need to be held regarding the use of CBD. With the surge in popularity of cannabis products in the West over the last...
View ArticleDoes Allah (SWT) Care About My Feelings?
How important is emotional health in Islam? Just as we give priority to our mental health, we must also prioritize our emotional or mental health. Unfortunately, many Muslims fall victim to the stigma...
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This Is How Muslims Can Destigmatize Mental Health Illness
Mental health is an essential aspect of overall well-being and is increasingly recognized as an important issue in today’s society. With the growing prevalence of mental health challenges, it is...
View ArticleIslam Has Always Advocated for Mental Health and Wellness
The stigma of speaking about mental health in Muslim communities is real. The irony is that historically Muslims pioneered mental health and wellness by means of therapy and medication. In the video...
View ArticleHere Are 5 Resources You Can Count On for Mental Health
In the Muslim community there exists a pervasive stigma surrounding discussions on mental health hindering open conversations and leading to the attribution of our struggles to unrelated factors....
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Discover 15 Inspiring Muslim Women Mental Health Influencers to Follow
Mental health is an essential topic that is widely discussed these days, irrespective of gender, background, or beliefs. In the past, even in Muslim societies, mental well-being was often considered a...
View ArticleHere’s What Not to Say to Muslims Battling Depression
Mehran Nazir, a Muslim from California, was described as an extroverted friend and community member before witnessing several calamities that befell his family. The young Muslim man then fell into a...
View ArticleCheck Out These Resources for Muslims Struggling With Addiction
July is Minority Mental Health Month! This is the perfect time to talk about Islamic approaches to addiction and substance use disorders. With the growing drug epidemic, it is clear that all...
View ArticleHere Are 2 Things To Remember When Supporting Someone Who’s in Mourning
Mourning the loss of a loved one is the most harrowing experience a human can endure. It is sorrowful, uncomfortable, and pungent. Grief can permeate every aspect of our lives and force us to reckon...
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It’s Beginning to Smell Like Seasonal Affective Disorder — Quick! Here’s How...
I have always felt happy when fall arrives. The smell of the leaves falling off the trees, that distinctive change in the air that means summer is over, the joy for me of school starting, the coolness...
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Let’s Talk Superfoods! Top 5 Picks and How to Choose Yours
Our bodies are a gift from Allah (SWT), and we are responsible for taking care of this Amanah, we have a duty to protect and nourish our bodies with the nutrients they need to function at their best....
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How I’ve Become the Hijabi Barbie of My Gym
AirPods in, a mixture of sweat and cologne in the air, calluses forming on my hands—the gym has become an essential part of my life as a hijabi woman. It’s given me a place to connect with others,...
View ArticleSpiritual Rut? Here’s How to Rekindle Your Faith This Winter
By Aïssatou Odia Barry As the days get shorter and the cold sets in, I’ve noticed one thing: getting out of bed becomes harder and my motivation fades as quickly as the sunlight. Every winter, I find...
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