I am starting university and I am scared that I will change my mind about it. How do I make sure I am doing what I want long-term? Omar Zia July 27, 2021 Lifestyle Believe it or not, this is a good type of fear to have – the fear of not knowing motivates us to find out and ‘be in the know.’ All educational institutions, elementary and secondary schools, as well as univer... Read More...
How can we handle situations of Islamophobia if we ever face them? Omar Zia July 18, 2021 Faith Racism and Islamophobia has been an unfortunate part of society since time immemorial. Islamophobia itself has existed since the time of our beloved Prophet (Peace be Upon him). Our first question might ... Read More...
What do you say to someone who is ranting to you about a topic that you do not fully agree with? Omar Zia July 11, 2021 Friends This would depend the context of the conversation. Is this a friend who just needs to vent their feelings? If so, listen attentively and be present for your friend. Or is this a classmate who is involved in de... Read More...
Is there a defined role within the current model of our mosques and organizations for women to take on a leadership role? Omar Zia May 9, 2021 Faith Not within our current model in this county, but you might be interested in looking at the women-led mosques of China and the leadership roles played by the Mothers of Islam to get an idea of what great things... Read More...
With images of scantly clad women surrounding us at malls, on tv or even on bus shelters, how can we lower our gaze and protect our modesty? Omar Zia May 2, 2021 Faith This is a huge challenge for Muslims living in Canada and other countries. Like any challenge, this is Allah SWT testing us. Try your best to avoid these places with lots of these images to make things easier ... 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...
Are we allowed to colour our hair in different shades? Omar Zia April 18, 2021 Faith There isn't such a simple answer to this question, but we do know for sure that the Prophet PBUH used to use a leaf-based dye (henna) to colour his beard when he started getting white hairs. It seems from the ... Read More...
My Muslim friend mostly talks about relationships and because of that it has got me thinking about relationships. Omar Zia April 12, 2021 Gender Interactions Assalam alaikum, First of all one has to decide what level of Islam they want to follow. Just like we decide at school if we want to be 'A' students, 'C' or 'F' students. With each type of grade average, yo... Read More...
Are selfies still prohibited if they’re only exposed to the same gender? (ex. females to females) Omar Zia April 4, 2021 Gender Interactions Selfies are not prohibited. There are differences of opinion on photography in general but if you are careful with your pictures and make sure there is no way someone else can have them and show them to a non-... Read More...
I have a crush on a boy who is not Muslim. What do I do? Omar Zia March 28, 2021 Gender Interactions Your question made me smile. Well, having ‘feelings’ for anyone is not something in your control. Whether that person is a Muslim or not. Therefore the feelings are not wrong. What you do with them is another ... Read More...
