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Even if you don't come from a family of worshippers, readers, and thinkers, you have every opportunity today to make sure a family of worshippers, readers, and thinkers comes from you. Doing all three has never been easier. Aqeelahwrites

All the heartbreaks of the world could never compare to the pain you cause your own self, by being distant from Allah. #lessonslearned

To those who excessively worry about the future, Bismarck's words offer a gentle reminder: "Life is like being at the dentist. You always think that the worst is still to come, and yet it is over already." So, don't simply vegetate: seize opportunities, take c…

Whatever your field of study, study reading and writing under an expert, too. Being able to read and write makes you literate. Mastering them makes you a better thinker, a sharper observer, and a more discerning learner. Master these two, and the world is your…

English-teaching videos about “basic vs. advanced” vocabulary are the most useless. You know the ones: “I’m sad” → “I’m devastated.” “This will cause problems” → “This could pose significant challenges.” Such framing creates the false impression that longer =…

If Allah has given you the ability to seek knowledge, do so and aim higher. If Allah has inspired you to cover yourself, do so and aim higher. If Allah has allowed you to memorize some of His book, do so and aim higher. Every good in life is His gift. Show gra…

It took me three decades to begin to understand these three truths: - i have no one else but Allah - slavery to Him is the noblest title i can attain - true success belongs to those who fear Him and obey Him The sooner you arrive at these truths, the better yo…

The easiest, quickest, and least stressful way to get a foothold in a new language - reading. But not just anything that comes your way. What you read must be genuinely interesting to you and within your level of competence. Take my word for it. Reading out lo…