I think a lot when I run. Second to showering, I am utterly convinced that running is the time when the most random, and sometimes most interesting thoughts will come to mind. Recently, I thought about how similar running was to life, in seeking truth. If you have read Murakami's What I Talk About When I … Continue reading What I Think About When I Think About Running
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How Alike Are We to Earth?
How alike are we to earth? We need nurturing. We need time to grow. We plant within us intentions and goals. We reap what we sow. Too much heat dries us up, yet too much water will stunt our growth. We don't grow flowers overnight; it takes years. Of patience, strength, perseverance. Until one day, … Continue reading How Alike Are We to Earth?
True Friends Are Gifts from God
As we grow older, we will witness many friendships fade. Only those who are important in our growth towards becoming a better person, will stay. We will come to a point in our lives where we are clear about who we truly are, where we are going, what we want to achieve, & who are … Continue reading True Friends Are Gifts from God
To Know Death is to Know Life
I think about death all the time. Some people say it's pessimistic of me to think that. In fact, I think it's the opposite. I think people who think about dying are the most optimistic people on earth. I think, it's only when you think of death and what comes next will you then know … Continue reading To Know Death is to Know Life
Seeking Seoulace
My trip to South Korea was a personal treat of sorts. I wanted to celebrate turning a year older in a foreign land for the first time, I wanted to mark the end of my temporary stint and the start of something new (I will share my post-graduation struggles in a later post), and I … Continue reading Seeking Seoulace
Burdened with The Ability to Battle
I sat across her and smiled. Tired eyes hiding a thousand stories. Stormy seas passively contained within. We carry these heavy things. But somewhere along the way we learn to keep them from flooding. Gradually, we peeled our masks and smoothed the creases of our worries, much like laying out rolled up clothes from our luggage. We laid them … Continue reading Burdened with The Ability to Battle
‘Amazed by The Quran’ Excerpts
Just a few days after the passing of my beloved ma, I attended the 'Amazed by The Qur'an' conference by these three amazing speakers: Nouman Ali Khan, Omar Suleiman, and Abdul Nasir Jangda. To say it was one of the most memorable talks I've ever attended would be an understatement, simply because I was moved to … Continue reading ‘Amazed by The Quran’ Excerpts
Growing Up Too Fast
Last night, I had a conversation with my friend about life, in general. We talked about our plans in the near future, our current lives, wondering what our mutual friends are doing and whether they’re still the same since the last time we saw them. And where else can we receive the latest updates about … Continue reading Growing Up Too Fast
The Art of Stillness… In Islam
Wrote this piece with a friend for Eleven Magazine's 7th issue last year. Just some thoughts we gathered after reading The Art of Stillness by Pico Iyer. -- Slow living in a fast-paced life – Humairah and Sumaiyah share with us how and why the art of seeking stillness in Islam transcends all ways and time. In … Continue reading The Art of Stillness… In Islam
Women – Not Just a Spare Rib
Attended a talk by NTU Muslimah Empowerment Series (yay girls!) last night titled 'Not Just A Spare Rib'. It addresses the issue of love & relationships in Islam. I wish this talk had happened earlier in my life, but alhamdulillah for the opportunity to attend this much-needed talk. It was an insightful, informative, and truly relevant session … Continue reading Women – Not Just a Spare Rib
