The Barakah Effect

19/08/2026

Is the title “Dr.” important, or should you just hide it? 🤔🎓

Is it better to stay humble and hide your credentials, or use them? Sheikh Assim Al-Hakeem shares a brilliant conversation he had with Dr. Muhammad Salah about why hard-earned titles actually matter in today’s world.

Watch the full podcast on The Barakah Effect!

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13/08/2026

First Ever Khutbah 🎙️🕌

Trembling knees, swallowing nerves, and a secret late-night practice session in an empty masjid that didn’t go exactly as planned! 😅

In this clip, Sheikh Mohammad Al-Naqwi shares the hilarious and heartwarming story behind his very first Khutbah. Battling serious public speaking nerves, he snuck into the masjid at 11 PM to rehearse—only to be caught red-handed by the Imam!

The biggest takeaway? Every expert was once a beginner. If there is a will, Allah will make a way. Never let fear or the feeling of “not being qualified enough” stop you from taking that first step.

🎧 Watch the full episode of the Barakah Effect Podcast: “Barakah of Curiosity: Don’t Tap Out, Stay Winning, Keep Learning” on YouTube! Link in bio.

19/07/2026

Feel like it’s too late to start something new?

Age isn’t the real problem. It’s that little voice telling you “I can’t.”

In this episode, Sheikh Mohammad Al-Naqwi breaks down growth mindset: self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and balancing dunya and deen without splitting who you are.

If you’re stuck, tired, or think you’ve missed your window, this one’s for you.

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15/07/2026

Don’t search for happiness. Search for meaning, that’s what actually gives you happiness.

Studies show religious people are happier and more resilient than atheists, who tend more toward depression and anxiety.

Full conversation, link in bio 🎧

03/07/2026

New episode. Out soon.

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29/06/2026

Full episode on Youtube. Link in bio

27/06/2026

You’re never too far into the wrong path for Allah to redirect you.

Sheikh Assim’s story is proof of that.

New episode up on The Barakah Effect. Link in comment.

Assim Alhakeem

22/05/2026

In a world obsessed with instant results, viral success, and “havin...

21/05/2026

Feeling burnt out or stuck in your progress?

Check out the latest Barakah Effect podcast with Sheikh Mohammad Al-Naqwi on overcoming self-doubt and unlocking an Islamic growth mindset.

It is never too late to learn—kindly listen and watch here:

In a world obsessed with instant results, viral success, and “havin...

14/03/2026

In a world that constantly measures people by status, influence, and visibility, the Qur’an quietly challenges us with a very different metric.

This Sunday, 15 March at 11:00am (GMT+8), join Faisal and The Barakah Effect team for a live reflection on Surah Abasa titled:
“A Qur’anic Reset on Status, Success & Significance.”

In a world obsessed with followers, titles, and who’s sitting at the “important” table, Surah Abasa offers a radical, 1,400-year-old reality check. It’s the Surah that began with a frown and a turning away—not from an enemy, but from a sincere seeker—to teach us a lesson about what truly carries weight in the sight of Allah.

This powerful surah begins with a brief but profound moment in the life of the Prophet ﷺ — when a blind companion, Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum, approached him seeking guidance while he was speaking to influential leaders of Quraysh. In response, Allah revealed verses that would forever redefine how we think about importance, sincerity, and true success.

Through this surah, the Qur’an invites us to reflect:

• Who truly matters in the sight of Allah?
• Do we unconsciously prioritise influence over sincerity?
• How often do we overlook the quiet seekers of guidance around us?
• What does the Qur’an really teach us about status and significance?

In this session, Faisal will draw from classical tafsir sources, while exploring practical lessons from this surah that speak directly to modern life — leadership, humility, spiritual priorities, and the subtle ways we measure success.

Surah ‘Abasa is more than a historical incident. It is a mirror for our hearts, reminding us that the people we overlook may be the ones most honoured by Allah, and that true success is often hidden behind sincerity rather than visibility.

Come with an open heart — you may walk away seeing success, status, and significance very differently.