There is a saying that the longest journey is from the head to the heart. We know, of course, that physically only a few inches separate the head from the heart, but emotionally and psychologically, it could be many miles; or if measured in time, trying to connect the head and the heart could take [...]

Sometimes someone becomes angry when a hardship or affliction befalls him. How does Islam look at this situation?
People, during circumstances of affliction or difficulties, are at four levels:
First Level – Angry Such people become angry. This can be in different ways. For instance, the [...]

1. Knowledge:  Wasted when not taking action with it. 2. Actions:  Wasted when we do anything without sincerity. Intentions count.
3. Wealth:  Wasted when used on things that will not bring us âjr (reward). We waste our money, our status, our authority, [...]

The problems you face will either defeat you or develop you – depending on how you respond to them. Unfortunately, most people fail to see how Allah wants to use problems for good in their lives. They react foolishly and resent their problems rather than pausing to consider what benefit they might bring.
Here are five [...]

Asking questions to the speaker after a lecture has become an expected routine. This practice is encouraged without any discretion.  Islamically, there is a lot to be learned in this matter. I would like to remind readers to ponder over some important points before they pose their questions.
Firstly, how well do you know this speaker, [...]