What should I do when I am anxious, depressed, and unable to share anything with my family? Omar Zia March 6, 2022 Family Mental health and well-being are important parts of our lives, especially as we grow through our adolescence into adulthood. During the growth process, it is normal for several hormones to be in flux which may... Read More...
How do we explain the difference between culture and religion to our parents? Omar Zia March 2, 2022 Family It is essential to be patient and maintain a line of respect and kindness with our parents. We are reminded, in Chapter 16, Verse 125 of the Qur’an, that when we are speaking with anyone in matters of faith, w... Read More...
My parents don’t think I should go to prom but all my friends are going. What should I do? Omar Zia October 25, 2021 Family The question we should ask ourselves is what normally happens at a prom and how would we benefit from attending one? A prom involves music, dancing and intermingling with members of the opposite gender. It m... Read More...
As somebody who might be suffering from a mental disorder, how does one open up to their parents? Anonymous July 4, 2021 Family When someone is experiencing poor mental health, it is important to seek appropriate support. Part of this support is medical support, to confirm if there is a mental disorder developing and to address it acco... Read More...
How do I deal with controlling and overprotective parents? Anonymous June 27, 2021 Family Perspective is important – how we see an issue is based on our social location in life. As children, we operate from a place of growing independence and learning about ourselves and the world is an essential p... Read More...
If my parents don’t approve with my selection in terms of career choice even though it is in a permissible field, is it forbidden to disobey them in this matter? Omar Zia April 25, 2021 Family We should always strive to show our mother and father the most respect possible and heed to their opinions as much as we can. Although your parents cannot designate something halal as haram for you, you must b... Read More...
My family is not supportive of my hijab/niqab, what can I do? Omar Zia March 14, 2021 Family There are several areas of conflict a person will experience with their parents. In general, these conflicts arise when there is a difference in values, beliefs, or moral code. These elements are important to ... Read More...
I don’t get along with my mom. What can I do? Omar Zia March 7, 2021 Family Getting along with our parents, in general, can be one of the most challenging phases in life. The first step is to remember that, as mentioned, it is just a phase. Parents need time to transition from being a... Read More...
I want to make my relationship with my parents better and stronger, as I feel that we have drifted apart. How do I go about doing that? Omar Zia December 13, 2020 Family Thank you for your question. First, it’s important to understand that this is a normal part of growing up. When we are young, our parents are the centre of our universe and we cling to them all the time. Howev... Read More...
How do I explain to my family members that it’s not Islamically okay to be racist? Omar Zia December 6, 2020 Family Thank you for your question. When having a conversation with anyone about racism, it’s important to begin by defining terms so that a person can recognize their behaviour within the given definition. For examp... Read More...
