MyDeen Magazine

06/01/2024

HasbunAllah waNi’mal Wakeel (God is sufficient for us and He is the best disposer of affairs). This was the Dua’a of Ibrahim (as) as he was being thrown into a raging fire that not only did not harm him but was soothing. So don’t despair. Don’t lose hope. Don’t look away. I know how insanely horrible the images & videos have been but we must stay strong in our faith and keep fighting for our brothers and sisters in any way possible.

05/16/2024

It feels surreal to think about it but the people of G are truly walking martyrs. They’re so much more blessed than we can understand. Although they’re facing the worst this world has to offer, they will be rejoicing in the best of places for all of eternity one day inshAllah.

It doesn’t make it any easier to watch the horrors unfolding, child after child shrouded, or the cries of mothers & fathers but it does ease the soul a bit knowing where they have gone. We can never lose hope. Never forget how much Allah (swt) loves them and has honoured them. No matter how horrible things have become, it’s all a part of His plan. May all the martyrs that have gone before and will go after be in the highest level of Jannah Ameen.

05/08/2024

There are no words to describe the state of grief, sadness and fear we are experiencing for our brothers & sisters in 🍉. It’s hard to imagine things getting worse for them but 200+ days later and they are on the verge of just that 😢

But no matter how bad, how painful, how difficult it may be, we have Allah(swt)! We have His words. We have His Promises. And We have His Guidance to keep us from falling into complete despair or helplessness. Never ever loose hope and trust in Allah(swt) plan no matter how difficult it may be to handle.

Their end will come, and they will be met with humiliation and punishment inshAllah ! Praying for all those who are in G*** and have family there. May Allah (swt) increase you in patience, strength and eeman. May He fill your hearts with peace and trust in Him and His plan. May He reunite all the shuhadah in the highest level of Jannah. Ameen

04/15/2024

Just as Ramadan brought its blessings and challenges, the days after Eid may present their own set of ups and downs.

From adjusting back to regular routines to balancing work and family commitments, it’s important to stay grounded amidst the whirlwind of life.

As we continue our journey beyond Ramadan, let’s remember that our little ones are still watching and learning from us. Setting realistic expectations and maintaining the values we cultivated during the holy month remain crucial. Focus on maintaining the good habits you acquired and keeping the bad habits from creeping back in. And if they do, don’t despair but seek Allah’s (swt) forgiveness daily.

It’s okay if things don’t always go as planned. That’s what life is about. We’re only human. Work on prioritizing the things that are most important for you to maintain and model them your children. Keep a tracker, or a list if needed to not forget what it is you want to work on.

When life throws curveballs, take a moment to breathe. Reflect on the lessons learned during Ramadan and remain in a constant forward motion even if it’s small steps forward.

Ramadan may have passed, but the journey of growth and self-discovery continues. Let’s stay true to ourselves, making every day an opportunity to embody the spirit of Ramadan.

May Allah guide us and bless our efforts. Aameen. 🌱✨

04/07/2024

Dear amazing moms, as we find ourselves nearing the end of Ramadan, I know it’s been tough.

The days are long, and the nights are even longer with little ones testing our patience and distractions making it hard to focus during.

Add to that the pressure of exams or work, household chores, and fasting - it can all feel like too much sometimes.

But let me remind you, every single thing you do in this blessed month, every moment of patience, every task you manage, every tear you wipe away from your child’s cheek - it’s all worship.

According to Ibn Taimiyah رحمه الله, there are two types of worship:

Worship of the limbs (عبادة الجوارح)
Worship of the heart (عبادة القلب)

While you may not have much opportunity for extensive acts of worship with your limbs right now, like long prayers or lengthy Quran recitations, don’t despair. Your worship can still be profound.

Focus on the worship of the heart. Let your intentions be pure, your patience unwavering, and your love unconditional.

Allah sees your struggles and He knows your heart. Your dedication is beyond measure.

So, take a deep breath, mama. Keep that beautiful spirit of yours high, and know that you’re not alone. There’s only a few more days left to do what you can, so make sure to adjust your mindset to get the most of them.

04/01/2024

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Ramadan, it’s essential to prioritize our health and that of our families. 🧡

Here’s a gentle reminder to help you navigate healthy eating during this rest of this month:

🥣Suhoor is your secret weapon! Start your day with a balanced meal that includes complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats. This will sustain you throughout the day and keep hunger pangs at bay.

🥤Hydration is key! Make sure to drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor to stay hydrated and avoid dehydration during fasting hours. Coconut water, herbal teas, and fresh juices can also be great options to replenish fluids.

🍎🥑Choose nutrient-dense foods: Opt for whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats to provide your body with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

🍽️Practice portion control: While indulging in delicious foods during Iftar, be mindful of portion sizes to prevent overeating and maintain balance. Remember, moderation is key!

🌟Embrace the Sunnah: Follow the beautiful tradition of breaking your fast with dates and water, as it provides a quick source of energy and replenishes vital nutrients.

🥕👧👦Involve your children: Use this precious time to teach your little ones about the importance of healthy eating and involve them in meal preparation. Encourage them to try new fruits, vegetables, and traditional Ramadan dishes.

🙏Listen to your body: Pay attention to your hunger and fullness cues, and eat mindfully. Take your time to savor each bite and enjoy the blessings of the food provided by Allah.

Even in the midst of life’s demands, let’s maintain our focus on nourishing our bodies, minds, and souls this Ramadan.

May our healthy eating habits during this blessed month bring us closer to Allah and enrich our spiritual experience. Aameen.

Comment below: What’s the one thing you always focus on to nourish yourself during Ramadan?

03/30/2024

It is the month of the Quran. Let us focus on making that a priority in these last 10 nights. No matter how little or how much you’ve done, it’s not too late to open and read more than the past few weeks.

03/28/2024

If we have learned anything from the situation around the world, it is that we are beyond blessed in so so many ways. We have things money could never buy. And we’ve been gifted all of this without much asking or thought. From that comes one of the biggest blessings which is that we are in a position where we can give to others and gain even more! SubhanAllah

As Ramadan draws close to the last 10 days and as a reminder to myself, let’s try to donate even a little every day to the many many worthy causes around the world. We truly don’t loose anything in doing so and gain more than we could ever imagine especially if that donation falls on laylatul Qadr.

03/13/2024

Ramadan comes once a year and only last 4 weeks, 30days, 720hours and 43 200minutes.

It can be difficult as mothers and parents to prioritize extra ibadah or worship into our day when everyday already feels so hectic and busy. But if you focus on incorporating just a few extra minutes here and there it makes it so much easier!

While cooking your iftar say some thikr (remember Allah). After one of the Salah prayers, spend 2min making Dua’a for you & the ummah. Once the kids are asleep or first thing in the morning read 1 page of Qur’an. All of these small acts truly add up. And if done consistently can drastically change how you live.

Never allow yourself to think I don’t have time. It’s a mental trap to keep you stuck in the same cycle. Instead reframe and ask yourself, where can I make/find the time’. You’ll be amazed when you do how it just took only a bit of tweaking.

03/11/2024

This beautiful month has come at a time of a lot of sadness, heartache, and trial for so many. But the beauty of it is, it has the power to elevate us and get us through all of it if we allow it.

This world and all that is in it is temporary. The children we have, the work we do, the lives we live. All can be erased in a moment. It’s time we stop & really reflect, what are we doing? Who are we doing it for? Where are our hearts attached?

May we all find the peace and true happiness that can only come from our connection to Allah (swt) and the hereafter this Ramadan. Ameen

Ramadan Mubarak to you and your family 🥰

03/05/2024

A message from a dear friend in need 💔

https://www.gofundme.com/f/lifeline-of-hope-help-our-father-evacuate-gaza

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh my Brothers and Sisters:

This is one of the most difficult posts I've ever had to make...

My brother Fadi Obeid has organized a GoFundMe for our father, Salah Obeid, along with his brother-in-law, Muhammad Shaheen and his family.

We held on and resisted going down this route for as long as we could. We have exhausted all other options.

Nonetheless, we have firm belief that if Allah has destined for our father to leave Gaza, even if the whole world was against it, my father will leave Gaza. And the opposite is true. If Allah has destined for him not to leave Gaza, even if the whole world was for it, my father will never be able to leave Gaza.

We are simply taking the means. The result is from Allah.

I have copied and pasted below our story. If you can please donate and distribute widely among your circles, we would truly appreciate it, and we ask Allah the Almighty to reward you immensely in the Dunya and the Akhira.

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My name is Fadi Obeid, and I am a Palestinian-Canadian living in London, Ontario, Canada.

With great sadness and sorrow, we’re reaching out to you to help our father, Salah Obeid, evacuate Gaza, along with his brother-in-law Muhammad Shaheen, his wife Amani and six children, Shaheen, Ezz-el-Deen, Saba, Abd-ul-Rahman, Nelly and Shawkat.

Please understand that we have tried everything, and this is our very last resort. We will briefly explain his heart-wrenching story.

For the last 4 months, we had to bear witness to the atrocities happening in the Gaza strip and see the exodus and murder of our own family members. Our own father, who is a Canadian citizen, has been displaced several times throughout the course of this war alongside his wife Anhar and our sister Razan.

In December 2023, we contacted the Global Affairs Canada/SOS Team in Ottawa in the attempt to get all three of their names on the approved list of civilians to enter into Egypt. However only our sister was accepted and added to the list while our father and his wife were denied. It was not safe for our sister to cross on her own so our father sat tight with his wife and our sister in Khan Yunis.

As the situation intensified in Khan Yunis, it came to a point where we told our father to attempt to cross at the border anyway on the next batch of Canadians exiting, despite not having his or his wife’s names on the list. This was based on the recommendation that they would have a better chance of crossing if they were with other Canadians, although there were no guarantees.

They made it to the border and our sister was allowed passage into Egypt. Her mother Anhar was allowed to accompany her into Egypt on the basis that she is her legal guardian. However our father was denied entry into Egypt, due to the lack of effort made by the Canadian Government in securing the safety and security of its own citizens.

We began to see a pattern emerge, with families of other nationalities, whereby the children’s names were added to the list but eventually when the families made it to the border, they would make an exception only for the mothers. Mothers and children were allowed passage into Egypt, but the fathers would be held at the border until an ambassador of their country would come to the border to advocate for them on their behalf.

Our father was held at the border alongside Russian and Swedish gentlemen. Their wives and children were allowed passage into Egypt and they were held until the ambassadors of their own country would come. Their ambassadors came and went and these gentlemen were able to enter Egypt, while no Canadian ambassador came for our father.

Our father was held at the border for over 72 hours, with no proper bed to sleep on. Our father is 75 years old and suffers from diabetes and macular degeneration; he is legally blind. With no access to insulin to manage his blood sugar levels and the fatigue brought on from this entire ordeal, our father had collapsed at the border. The officials had called on for a doctor to tend to his needs and then eventually when they saw no Canadian ambassador come for him, they sent him back into Khan Yunis, where the indiscriminate aerial bombardments by the Israeli forces were still taking place with no end in sight.

A couple of days after our father was sent back into Khan Yunis, we received word that Canadian ambassadors were finally on the ground at the border. His wife, at this point in Egypt, arranged for a bus to pick up our father from Khan Yunis to take him to the Rafah border. However, when our father got to the border, the Canadian ambassadors were on the Egyptian side and they were being denied access to the Palestinian side of the border and vice versa for our father. He was turned away on the spot and was forced to take a bus back to Khan Yunis on his own.

Keep in mind he is legally blind, and when he was dropped off, he was lost in the streets and couldn’t even find his way back. By Allah’s will and mercy, a man found him and helped guide him back to the house where his brother-in-law, Muhammad Shaheen, and his family were staying.

The last time I heard our father’s voice was on January 9, 2024. Things began to get worse in Khan Yunis and our father’s brother-in-law, Muhammad, decided to evacuate to Rafah with his family. Our father had decided to stay behind in Khan Yunis, despite the desperate pleas from Muhammad and neighbours to accompany them to Rafah. Our father was exhausted and knew that the Occupying Forces would continue to move them from place to place and eventually get them concentrated in one area and continue with their ethnic cleansing and systematic genocide.

We had absolutely no knowledge about our father for a month, his whereabouts or whether or not he was still alive. We braced ourselves for the worst, while continuing to pray to Allah.

Finally in mid-February, we learned that our father is still alive. Our cousin coincidentally happened to see him in the streets of Khan Yunis and took him back to his home in Rafah. Our father has shared that the IOF had his entire house in Khan Yunis surrounded; they stormed his house and strip searched him. Then they took our father and did not allow him to take any of his papers, money or ID with him.

They then proceeded to use our father as a human shield as they went from house to house, kicking other Gazans out of their homes and forcing them to leave the area. Our father, who is sick and could barely walk now, was forced to walk in front of tanks and open doors for the IOF so if anything were to happen, our father would be the first to die.

Our father is now in Rafah and has finally had his first shower in over 40 days and is resting, but the emotional, physical and psychological effects from this entire ordeal have been devastating on him.

We have completely lost all hope of getting any support from our corrupt Canadian government, which has failed to protect its own citizens. We have done our very best and escalated his case to the highest levels of government officials and ambassadors in Ottawa, and the response has been nothing but deafening silence.

We now have to resort to raising the funds to help him evacuate from Gaza, as he has no hard copies of his passport, or any form of ID, and cannot travel on his own due to his blindness.

In order to facilitate the evacuation of our father, along with his brother-in-law, Muhammad, and family members from Gaza into Egypt, we’re setting up a GoFundMe campaign to raise $65,000 CAD.

Here is the breakdown of the funds:

▫ An approximate total of 20,000 USD ($27,000 CAD) has been allocated to cover the expenses associated with obtaining permits to leave Gaza as well as crossing fees at Rafah, at the Egypt-Gaza border. We are bracing ourselves that this amount might be significantly higher in the next week, as Israel prepares to do the ground invasion in Rafah. As such we are assuming a total of $35,000 CAD.

▫ $25,000 CAD will be used to cover travel expenses and get them shelter in Egypt, food, clothes, as they have lost everything while we figure out our next steps.

▫ A total of $3000-$5000 CAD will be used to cover GoFundMe's transaction fees (2.9% plus $0.30 USD per donation).

The ground incursion into Rafah is said to be starting on March 10th, just as the holy month of Ramadan will begin and we know it won’t happen before Rafah is “emptied” one way or another. Time really is of the essence.

We understand that most people are currently going through difficult financial times themselves. We truly appreciate your consideration of this plea for help. It would make a genuine difference in the lives of our loved ones.

Remember Allah’s words in the Noble Qur’an: "and whoever saves the life of a person is as if he has saved the life of the whole of humankind." {5:32}

We want you to imagine with us the impact of your kindness. You are not just providing financial support, but a lifeline of hope. Your donation, no matter what amount, carries the power to transform despair into hope and empowerment.

You are offering compassion, solace, support, solidarity and a chance at a brighter future. We thank you for being the embodiment of empathy and for making such a profound difference in the lives of those yearning for safety, security and tranquility.

We have only provided photos of our father, Salah Obeid, and his brother-in-law, Muhammad Shaheen. We haven’t provided photos of Muhammad’s wife and children for their own privacy and dignity, as throughout this whole ordeal, Palestinians have been subjected to having their grief live-streamed over and over again.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for taking the time to read our story and we appreciate any donation, no matter how small or large. Our greatest hope is to see our father again, alive and well, and for his wife to also be reunited with her brother Muhammad and his family, In Shaa Allah.

Barak Allahu Feekum,
Fadi, the Obeid & Shaheen Families

My name is Fadi Obeid, and I am a Palestinian-Canadian living in London, Ont… Fadi Obeid needs your support for A Lifeline of Hope: Help Our Father Leave Gaza

02/29/2024

Ramadan is right around the corner and there’s a lot to be done. I myself honestly haven’t yet done much and I know how difficult it is right now for many of us to get ready. It’s a very joyous but sad time SubhanAllah

But in order to make the most of the blessed month we need to try and start it right. Here’s a quick and easy list of things to work on and implement over the next couple weeks to get ready for Ramadan.

Point 10 I believe is truly the most important as mother’s. It’s very difficult to manage all that we have going on already, then we somehow have to add more to our plates. Start with a solid positive mindset and you will see the power it truly has.

Remind yourself that you are capable of handling your motherly responsibilities. That it’s a blessing to be able to take care of young babies during this month. That Allah (swt) doesn’t burden a soul beyond what it can handle. That Ramadan isn’t limited only to being able to fast.

At the end of the day we are not meant to be perfect and manage everything without hardship. With that hardship we gain so much as well and once you flip your mindset to see the good in both the easy & hard you’ll truly be able to get through so much more !

02/28/2024

As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of the blessed month of Ramadan, it’s crucial to ensure our children are mentally and spiritually prepared for this sacred time. Here are some valuable tips to guide your little ones in their pre-Ramadan preparations:

1️⃣ Engage in Conversations: Take the time to talk to your children about the significance of Ramadan and its spiritual importance. Encourage open dialogue about their feelings, expectations, and goals for the month ahead.

2️⃣ Set a Positive Example: Children learn best by observing their parents’ actions. Show them the importance of Ramadan by practicing acts of worship, such as reading Quran, performing extra prayers, and engaging in acts of charity.

3️⃣ Foster Reflection: Encourage your children to reflect on their past Ramadan experiences. Discuss the lessons learned, the challenges faced, and the blessings received. Use these reflections as a springboard for setting meaningful intentions for the upcoming month.

4️⃣ Establish Family Goals: Work together as a family to set achievable goals for Ramadan. Whether it’s attending Taraweeh prayers together, memorizing a new surah, or performing acts of kindness as a family, setting shared goals can strengthen family bonds and foster a sense of unity.

5️⃣ Make Duas (Supplications): Encourage your children to make heartfelt supplications to Allah, seeking His guidance, forgiveness, and blessings for the month of Ramadan. Remind them of the power of dua and the importance of sincerity in their prayers.

By nurturing our children’s spiritual growth and providing them with the tools they need to thrive during Ramadan, we can help instill in them a deep love for this blessed month and a lifelong commitment to their faith.

Together, let’s prepare our children to embrace Ramadan with joy, gratitude, and devotion. May Allah accept our efforts and bless us all with a spiritually fulfilling Ramadan!

02/21/2024

It’s been a challenging and difficult 4 months for many. Without even realizing it the underlining grief, heartbreak, and sadness we feel for our ummah trickles into our lives. With every video, image or statistic we come across it can be harder and harder to have a healthy mental state as we try to continue on as best as we can as parents.

Here are some Islamic daily affirmations to help us:

1) Reflect on our blessings
2) Remind ourselves of the entrusted responsibility towards our kids
3) Strengthen our mindset by reminding us that we are never alone, Allah is always there. So trust in him.

Take care of yourselves & your families. I know it’s a daily struggle / battle sometimes but we have to continue striving for His sake. ♥️

02/05/2024

In the hustle of our fast-paced world, it can become hard to pause and prioritize the precious moments that build lasting connections with our children.

Our roles and responsibilities as mothers & fathers remains despite the hardship the world is facing. Although much more difficult for many of us then it was before we need to be aware and conscious about connecting with our children as society values and norms are changing.

As kids grow and get older and need us less it can be easy to loose that connection. However that means they are going to be connecting with someone or something else. Whether it be friends, video games or a phone it can potentially lead to bigger issues in the future.

Here are some tips infused with Islamic values to strengthen the ties that matter most. Swipe left to read through the tips.

Comment below which of these tips resonate with you the most or if you have any other ideas ♥️

02/01/2024

In the grand journey of parenting, we understand life can feel more like a tiring marathon than an exciting adventure.

From the endless questions to the whirlwind of soccer and other activities, sacrifices, and patience-testing moments.

Life may begin to seem exhaustive, but as you swipe through the slides above, let the blessings intricately woven into every challenge remind you this one crucial point:

Each hardship is an opportunity to earn Allah’s(SWT) mercy.

May your role as a parent be a means of earning Allah’s(SWT) pleasure and may your children be a source of continuous blessings in this world and the hereafter. Ameen ♥️

01/18/2024

Over the last 100+ days I’ve found myself really struggling with my own mental health. They’ve truly been some of the hardest & saddest moments of my life. I took almost a year away from Instagram only to finally start coming back a week prior to the gen0c.de starting and 3 weeks prior to my fathers passing. Since then things have gotten exponentially worse SubhanAllah

But the thing is no matter what’s happening in our personal lives or around the globe we are still mothers & fathers. We still have little ones to nurture, love and guide. It’s definitely become a tougher task personally so we wrote down a few tangible tips that might help during such a difficult time.

I definitely do not have many more answers or tips than the next mom but InshAllah these are of some benefit. And don’t be too harsh on yourself if you’re also struggling. Many of us are not ok, truly. And we aren’t parenting the way we know and ought to as often as we’d like. Try implementing a couple tips at a time and with time InshAllah we’ll get through as we have everything else in our lives. Ameen ♥️

12/23/2023

Tears fall witnessing the resilience of Palestinian kids:

Standing tall in calamity,

Speaking with unwavering strength,

And embodying a profound faith that often surpasses our own.

It’s enough to give us goosebumps and make our hearts shudder. How were they raised to be so strong at such a young age? Fortunately they are chosen people by Allah(swt) to endure a level of test most of us would crumble under. However, we can build and raise our kids to be stronger and more courageous by following their example. 4 simple but impactful lessons from Palestinian youth that fuel courage and resilience in nurturing our own children.

11/29/2023

It has been over 45 days into the heart-wrenching struggles in Gaza, and it's tough to scroll through without feeling a heaviness and weight on us.

Navigating through the news and witnessing the tears of our brothers and sisters in pain, is an emotional challenge as we may sometimes feel helpless.

Don’t let yourself be drowned in sadness and do not despair in the grand plan of Allah (SWT).

It’s time we intensify our dua’as!

Dua’a is the strength of a believer and a beacon of hope in the darkest hours.

Channel your energy towards Allah and seek His guidance.

In the face of adversity, let's recite these dua’as with unwavering faith and conviction, for dua has the immense power to move mountains.

May Allah grant relief, peace, and justice to those in need. Aameen

🌟Comments below a dua that has become your anchor in these challenging moments.

11/24/2023

Grief is a strange thing. It creeps up on you in seconds and can take hold of you for hours. Sometimes it comes at night, sometimes it’s during the day. Sometimes you feel it coming and other times it takes you by surprise. It truly changes who you are inside and forces you to redefine yourself.

But between the moments of grief are moments of gratefulness, of happiness, and of faith that it’ll all be ok.

Trying to comprehend how the people of 🍉 are coping with the level of grief and heartache is truly heartbreaking and inspiring at the same time. I shed no tears for those who are shuhada because they are truly the most blessed, but for those left behind m, life as they know it has been destroyed in more ways than one.

But we know that Allah(swt) does not burden a soul more than it can bear and the people of 🍉 are truly the strongest of this ummah. They are chosen people, born and raised to defend the land. They have shown the world and Muslims from everywhere what it means to have true faith in Allah (swt).

My father(Allah Yarhamu) lived a long and healthy life Alhamdulilah. The memories, lessons and time we had with him is so much more than many will have. And for that I’m so grateful. ♥️

In moments like this my father would say, “You see baba, it’s a part of life. No one can escape it. Life doesn’t stop for anyone.” And he’s very right.

I definitely feel frozen and empty at times but I try to remind myself that there is still so much beauty and blessings in this life. So much to be grateful for. We can’t stop living and striving. I have no idea how long the collective grief we are all experiencing will last, but one thing is for sure, we can never lose hope and faith in the One who has promised us victory. That day is coming InshAllah.

Please take care of your hearts and souls. There is nothing in this life is more important!

07/05/2023

“Our July edition of is here and we have been so much fun with it that I haven’t been able to post about it 🤣

Didn’t want to keep the secret with me for too long!! This month’s edition is all about nature, weather, natural disasters and more importantly what does Allah (swt) say about these nature elements in the Quran. I love how connects science to Quran or Quran to science, you get me!

Alhamdolilah, setting the foundation right with our children is so important. knowledge devoid of its Creator is meaningless. We pursue everything for the pleasure of Allah.

Watch out for all the fun activities we have been going with our magazines. “

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