The Optimized Muslim Podcast - Self Development For The Muslim

Welcome to another episode of The Optimized Muslim Podcast! With the arrival of the blessed month of Ramadhan, we're all eager to make the most of this spiritually uplifting time. In this episode, I am joined by Br Mounir Lazouni, founder of The Modern Muslim Man, to discuss the importance of optimizing our nutrition and energy during the fasting period. Together, we will delve into practical tips and advice to help you maintain a healthy and balanced diet, ensuring you have the energy to engage in worship and fulfill your daily tasks. Br Mounir shares his expertise in nutrition offering best practices for suhoor, iftar and energy management. We also talk about sadaqah jariyah, online coaching, restraining the ego and engaging in spiritual self development. Br Mounir Lazzouni is a fitness coach hugely popular on Instagram and Tiktok. His mission: Helping Modern Muslims get fit & healthy and become the best Muslims they can be! The Modern Muslim Man YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJ1XUSeYAyDYbQIAINJihcQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernmuslimman/ ◼ Overwhelmed? Don't know where to start? Join the weekly self development email and get my personal collection of powerful Ayaat, ahadith and quotes to help give you a boost on your improvement journey Join here ► ⁠https://geni.us/FreeGift ◼ CHAPTERS 00:00 Preview & Introduction 04:30 Br Mounir's background & journey to becoming a better Muslim 13:30 How creating content can keep you accountable 17:50 Mounir's start in online business 21:20 Common problem areas for Muslims in Ramadhan 24:00 Managing caffeine in Ramadhan 32:10 Optimized meal plans for Suhoor 38:00 Hydration tips for fasting 44:20 Energy Boosting hacks: Cold showers and Breathing exercises 51:00 Importance of Tazkiyah and improving ourselves spiritually 59:00 Optimized meal plans for Suhoor 1:08:35 Importance of coaching and accountability ◼ ⁠Optimizedmuslim.com⁠ ◼⁠ Book Coaching/Mentorship 🧠 ◼ ⁠YouTube Channel ⁠ ◼ ⁠Listen on Apple Podcasts⁠ ◼ ⁠Listen on Google Podcasts⁠ ◼ ⁠Listen On Spotify⁠ ◼ ⁠Instagram⁠ ◼ ⁠Tiktok⁠ ◼ ⁠Facebook⁠ ◼ ⁠Support on Patreon⁠ ◼ ⁠Support on Buy Me A Coffee⁠ 📩 For Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at ⁠https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about...⁠ Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Daniel Haqiqatjou on Muslim Skeptic, Debating, Controlling Emotions, Tasawwuf, Hijrah & more. Ustadh Daniel joined me for the second time to discuss a variety of topics starting from the developments in his work over the last two years, debating effectively, managing emotions, the power of social stigma, apostasy laws, hijab, importance of tasawuf, hijrah and more. As many of you know I have benefitted immensely from Ustadh Daniel Haqiqatjou and have followed his work since 2014. I was also a student with Alasna and will look to rejoin in the future. I have no affiliate relationship with his work but fully endorse it. Muslim Skeptic: YouTube: Muslim Skeptic Website: Overwhelmed? Don't know where to start? Join the weekly self development email and get my personal collection of powerful Ayaat, ahadith and quotes to help give you a boost on your improvement journey Join here ► https://geni.us/FreeGift HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Preview & Introduction 03:40 Developments in Dawah over last 2 years 13:30 Dealing with severe criticism 16:15 Benefits of Debating 21:30 Daniel's first debate and advice on debating 28:20 Advice on being stoic and debating tactics 34:10 Power of an opening statement 38:30 Building a confident Muslim frame 41:40 How DH would tackle Piers Morgan & Apostasy 45:25 The Power of social stigma to preserve Deen 56:30 Pakistan 58:30 DH on Imam al Ghazali and Tasawwuf 1:03:30 Hijrah ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Free Mindset/Strategy Session 🧠 ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Sh Muaawiyah Tucker was a guest on the podcast for a second time and we discussed the developments in the crypto space since March 2021, his views on Ethereum, how to live the "Bitcoin Standard" and avoid Riba based banking, the flawed arguments behind "necessity" for mortgages and loans, Making Hijrah, Artificial Intelligence and Central Bank Digital currencies. Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Optimized Muslim Email: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Preview & Intro 03:45 Crypto developments over last year 08:20 Why a lot of coins are scams 14:40 People made money by accident 18:43 Views on Ethereum changed? 26:50 Why Bitcoin is important 30:30 Exit the Riba System and live on BTC standard 44:00 The "necessity" or "Dharoorah" argument for riba mortgages 51:35 Psychological benefits of living on Bitcoin 1:04:20 Now making Hijrah is much easier 1:09:00 Security for Bitcoin keys 1:13:30 Any developments in fatawa on Bitcoin 1:18:00 Sh Mu'Aawiyah's thoughts on Artificial Intelligence 1:25:20 AI has shortened the timescale to acquire information 1:32:00 Central Digital Currencies and the "State" 1:40:00 Save for future expenses ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Free Mindset/Strategy Session 🧠 ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

A wide-ranging conversation on how to get Muslims to take action through understanding their purpose, incorporating Da'wah to Non Muslims in our daily lives, carrying our Muslim Identity, helping New Muslims, focusing on innovation and "loon shots", cybersecurity, effective philanthropy and managing a diverse workload. HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introduction 03:40 Coach Zubair's background 12:00 How to get Muslims to excel and take action 26:50 Coach Zubair's thoughts on Da'wah - Be proactive 35:00 Guiding New Muslim Converts- 44:00 Most people aren't militant atheists 50:45 a Shahadah is the start, not the end 57:00 Muslim Loon shots & Innovation 1:05:00 Cybersecurity 1:08:45 Optimizing charity and philanthropy 1:15:20 Productivity, motivation and Managing everything RESOURCES MENTIONED: Coach Zubair's YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachzubair/ Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Free Mindset/Strategy Session 🧠 ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Islam & Mental Health with a Consultant Psychiatrist: Depression, Trauma, combining Western & Islamic treatment modalities, Sihr and Black magic, Jinn possession Stories, working in Qatar & more! Dr Abu Eesa is a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist specialising in addiction, who is working in Qatar He is on a mission to try to integrate therapeutic interventions from Quran and sunnah with the Western understanding and treatment modalities to tackle Muslim Mental Health issues. Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrAbueesa Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Free Mindset/Strategy Session 🧠 ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Ustadh Gabriel Al Romani joined me on the podcast for a second time to discuss his new Muslim Masculinity Course which you can find out more about and join here: https://muslimalpha.com/ Ustadh Gabriel is one of my favourite people in the Online Muslim space. Online and offline he is legit ma sha Allah. Please follow and benefit from his work. For a more general discussion about Ustadh Gabriel's journey to Islam and his background please refer to our first podcast here: Gabriel Al Romani's YouTube: Instagram: HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Episode preview 02:08 Changes since the last podcast 07:30 Why interview Gabriel Al Romani on Masculinity 15:00 Jordan Peterson & Andrew Tate 15:40 Key tenets of Muslim Masculinity 31:00 Consequences of feminism 34:00 Men should assume responsibility 39:15 Muslims should withstand discomfort and resistance 44:00 What can Muslims in the "matrix" do? 55:00 Conclusion Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Free Mindset/Strategy Session 🧠 ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Ameen Omar joined me on the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics: Masculinity for Muslim Men, Red Pill, Getting Married, personal development & more. All covered in his book titled The Shephard's Way. *apologies for the audio on my side; Ameen's audio is fine** About Ameen Omar Ameen is an entrepreneur, author and content creator. Follow his pages below for more: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ameenomar__ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@MindHeistPodcast Order his book: https://www.theshepherdswaybook.com/ HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 03:25 Ameen's Journey 16:00 The Shephard's Way - Ameen's book 19:15 Ameen's Personal Development Journey 28:20 Just in Time Knowledge not Just In case 33:20 Leaving the office for entrepreneurship 47:15 Masculinity for Muslim Men and problems of feminism 54:00 Red Pill Movement 1:04:00 Hypergamy 01:07:00 Advice to Muslims looking to get married? 01:16:00 A message to our Brothers 01:20:00 Concluding Remarks RESOURCES MENTIONED: ProductiveMuslim.com Getting Things Done: https://amzn.to/3AvPo3W 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://amzn.to/3tQqsQQ Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

We spoke about Tanim's business journey, the importance of prioritising spirituality or tazkiyah al nafs, the importance of mentorship and learning, productivity, delegation, leverage and more Get in touch with Tanim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanimzaman/ Tanim's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoldenTouchAcademy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoldentouchacademyUK/ 00:00 Intro & Tanim's Bio 11:45 A Gap Year that changed everything 19:00 Spiritual Development & Tazkiyah comes first 33:33 Do you have to be ruthless in business? 38:00 Tanim's Business Journey 52:20 Acquiring Knowledge & Importance of Mentorship 1:06:00 Tanim's current business ventures 1:16:20 Working 3.5 days a week? 1:20:00 Productivity Tips Getting a Coach 1:29:00 Leads on Linkedin 1:33:00 Madina Masjid & SH Ahmad Dabbagh in Bolton Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Paul Williams of Blogging Theology - Becoming Muslim, Podcasting, Books, Addressing Criticism & More I had the great pleasure of being joined by Br Paul Williams who you will be familiar with from the Blogging Theology YouTube Channel. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and I hope you all do too. We spoke on a number of wide-ranging topics. Chapter headings are listed below for your convenience. Br Paul is doing some great work so please subscribe to his channel if you have not already. Blogging Theology YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BloggingTheology Twitter: https://twitter.com/freemonotheist Website & blog: https://bloggingtheology.com/ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Preview & Intro 02:10 Br Paul's Background and Religious Journey 13:00 What do Christians mean by "encounters with the Lord" 16:50 How Br Paul embraced Islam 20:02 Br Paul's thoughts on Dawah 26:30 The "No Design 🙄" Posts 29:48 Navigating sects in Islam following conversion 37:20 How Blogging Theology started? 45:40 Response to criticism of Dr Michael Millerman/Dugin Podcast 49:50 Dealing with Criticism & Differing viewpoints 1:00:50 How is Blogging Theology managed behind the scenes? 1:05:15 Guests Br Paul would like to interview? Jordan Peterson? 1:09:50 The Viral Clip on King Charles 1:12:00 Paul's thoughts on reading and his current books 1:22:55 Day in the life and previous career experience 1:26:30 Paul's views on the future of Islam in the UK Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

How much of the conventional self-help and self development content can we apply as Muslims? Which ideas are problematic and are opposed to our creedal beliefs and faith? Sh Ismail provides a helpful framework on how to filter the correct information from Ideas such as "manifesting", "being in control of your own destiny" and others which may conflict with our understanding of qadr. We also discuss how Islam is flourishing in South Africa and the reasons why. What can Muslim Communities in other countries learn from them. How much of being productive is inherent in someone's natural ability, and how much can be improved? Productivity, time-management, gratitude, vision planning, managing finances, online business, home schooling and more. Ismail Kamdar graduated from the ʿĀlimiyyah program in 2006 and completed a BA in Islamic Studies at International Open University in 2014. Specializes in the fields of Fiqh, Tafsir, and History. The author of over a dozen books in the fields of Islamic Studies and Personal Development. He is the founder of Islamic Self Help, and the research manager at Yaqeen Institute. RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Sh Ismail Kamdar's website: https://www.islamicselfhelp.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IsmailKamdar 4 hour Workweek: https://amzn.to/3TGU1jb Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

I was joined by Imam Tom Facchine for a wide-ranging interview on Self-Development, Learning Languages, Problems of Modernity, Attaining Balance, dealing with overwhelm, Ibn Al Jawzi, the moral considerations of YouTube Creators & more. It was one of my favourite interviews and I am thankful to Imam Tom for being so gracious with his time and honouring this project. UTICA Masjid YouTube Channel (Imam Tom's videos): https://www.youtube.com/c/UTICAMASJIDUTICA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uticamasjid/ Al-Raghib al-Isfahani Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfKJU... Special thanks to br Sifet from Imam Tom's team for arranging the collaboration and being a pleasure to deal with throughout. Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

I was joined on the podcast by br Muhammad Deen, a performance psychologist from the UK currently working in Malaysia. We discuss Islamic psychology, charisma, growth mindset, morning routines, stoicism, Islamic resources on psychology, Hijrah to Malaysia and more. (see chapters below) Br Muhammad Deen is a sport & performance psychology consultant who consults athletes and high performers on their mental side of performance. His website: https://www.mdperformancepsychology.com One of my favourite conversations on the podcast thus far alhamdulillah Link to the Video Interview: https://youtu.be/tEiyftxCP4k Highlights in the description) Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Brother Muttaqi Ismail who is the founder and host of The Islamic History Podcast joined me for an interview. We talked about Br Muttaqi's background, how he became interested in Islamic History. why he decided to start a podcast, his process for creating episodes, productivity tips and much more. The Islamic History Podcast is an amazing resource for Muslims and non-Muslims alike and I recommend that you subscribe to the podcast on whichever platform you use. Podcast Link: https://pod.link/islamichistorypodcast The Islamic History Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSJ... Do you like the content? WEEKLY NEWSLETTER ► https://geni.us/OMNewsletter HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introduction 03:20 Brother Muttaqi's background 10:20 Upbringing and why 15:39 Trip to Senegal and time spent there studying 20:49 Why Islamic History Matters 29:49 Mistakes of Arab Leaders in the Palestine Conflict 35:34 Importance of having strong faith before studying Islamic History 41:08 The early Shia were more diligent in recording their history 45:29 People trying to edit Islamic history to fit in with modern values 52:50 The Creation of Pakistan 01:02:07 Interesting remarks about Vikings by a Muslim historian 01:04:48 How the Islamic History Podcast is made 01:12:42 Balancing the podcast with life and work commitments 01:15:48 Br Muttaqi's productivity system Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

We discuss Qur'an memorisation and tajweed tips, the common mistakes people from the Indian Subcontinent make in Tajweed and fascinating insights into Ustadh Farhan's own journey during which he won an Indian National Qur'an memorisation contest and spent time in Dr Zakir Naik's International Islamic school. Farhan Somani is an international Qur'an & Arabic teacher and Tajweed Tutor. He is the founder of Tajweed Essentials Learning Community. He has obtained Ijazah Mِistake: At 46:00 the arabic acronym was cut out by mistake, the full acronym for the "heavy" letters is خص ضغط قظ Tajweed Essentials YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVx1-CMERDgRt14L3zzdkVQ/ 00:00 Introduction 03:50 Ustadh's Qur'an Hifdh Journey 12:00 His daily Hifdh Revision Routine 16:00 Can you memorise the Qur'an by yourself? 19:50 Which Mushaf type to Choose? 28:00 Process of Memorising Qur'an 37:00 Learning Arabic & his admission into Hadith Studies 38:25 Obtaining Ijazah and its significance 44:00 Common Tajweed Mistakes 53:30 How he started teaching Online Courses 59:00 Final Reminder Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Tiktok ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Interview with Jan The Slovak Muslim on his journey to Islam, different methods used in Da'wah, how Islam impacted his Business life, happiness and finding balance. Link to the video o Optimized Muslim YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gDTaOD5hGvo HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Jan's Bio & Path To Islam 10:20 Discussion on Dawah 17:30 Self Development Seekers Becoming Muslim 22:00 Importance of a Strong Muslim Identity & Frame 32:00 Different Types of Dawah 43:00 Lifestyle Dawah 50:40 The special case does not disprove the general rule 53:15 How becoming Muslim Changed Jan's Business Life 58:45 Hedonic Adaptation & How Money doesn't Make You Happy 01:07:30 Balancing Deen & Dunya according to your Skills 01:17:00 Jan's Daily Routine Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ

Want to be an activist? Purify yourself before attempting to lead and serve others. Please follow UTICA Masjid's channel. I was hooked after first hearing Imam Tom on Blogging Theology. Imam Tom creates short, poignant and powerful clips eloquently addressing contemporary issues as well as traditional self-purification. https://www.youtube.com/c/UTICAMASJID Source Video: https://youtu.be/8MYD0B0zibQ (re-purposed with permission) Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ‎

Interview with the Make Hijrah team (Br Omar and Br Hamzah) - Why, how and where? A wide range of topics were discussed from their personal stories of why they made hijrah, positives and negatives from their experiences, their views on Malaysia as a destination and much more. I think this podcast offers a good mix of information, depth, personality and some humour thanks to the guests. Thank you to the Make Hijrah team for honouring this podcast with their time and advice. The Make Hijrah YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MakeHijrah Website: https://www.makehijrah.com Click here to watch this podcast on the Optimized Muslim YouTube channel Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about... Any benefit or good in my work is from the bounty of Allah سبحانه و تعالى Any errors or inconsistencies with the Dīn of Islam are mine alone أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ‎

DESTROYING The Free Speech Argument used to Insult our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - Hamza Tzortzis Please watch the full source video on Sapience Institute for more. They have a few videos on this topic which go into much more detail. The purpose behind this was to direct you towards them. Link to full video: Hating Civility: France, Freedom of Speech & the Defamatory Cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Sapience Institute Channel A topic very close to our hearts. I love Br Hamza for the work he has done. I usually try to be stoic but not on this issue. My Message to those who insult our Prophet ﷺ is we will use the rage you cause within us to work tirelessly for the rest of our lives, and give our lives for this mission if necessary. We will never forget. We will see who wins. We will see where Islam is. This is ample motivation for us Muslims. Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about...

Ustadh Gabriel Al Romani shares 3 Practical Tips to Boost Iman and Fight Depression. This audio has been used to create a white board animations style video which is viewable on the Optimized Muslim Youtube Channel Source video (audio repurposed): https://youtu.be/pi4FDCnI-gI Gabriel Al Romani's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GabrielAlRo... My interview with Ustadh Gabriel Al Romani: https://youtu.be/9q3yVNeAk_w Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of...

Dr. Ali Ataie powerfully offers that Islam is the last stand against woke liberalism. "Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie gives spiritual insights about Muslims becoming the last line of defence for traditional religion and being necessary vanguards for values and faith in a postmodern world. " Audio from the link below has been repurposed for educational purposes Link to other similar animations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... Source video: https://youtu.be/84cHNipqd8c Most Importantly duʿāʾ requested if you found this to be of benefit.💚 Sign up for the Weekly Optimized Muslim Newsletter: Quotes, Books, Content, Thoughts, Tools, Tactics & More Click here ◼ Optimizedmuslim.com ◼ Equipment I use ◼ YouTube Channel ◼ Listen on Apple Podcasts ◼ Listen on Google Podcasts ◼ Listen On Spotify ◼ Instagram ◼ Facebook ◼ Support on Patreon ◼ Support on Buy Me A Coffee 📩 For Coaching/All Enquiries email: Aadil@optimizedmuslim.com 🤔 ABOUT OPTIMIZED MUSLIM PROJECT 👇 Optimized Muslim aims to help Muslims reach their Worldly and spiritual goals and become their “Optimized” selves by filtering the best of conventional self-help literature and modern science/studies through the lens of our rich Islamic heritage. Through engendering change at the individual level, the aim is to help uplift a generation of Muslims. That's the intention for which sincerity is sought by the will of Allahﷻ. Find more on the "About" page at https://www.optimizedmuslim.com/about...