Ep 5: To Wear or Not to Wear Hijab

The hijab is a veil worn by Muslim women in public to cover their head down to their chest as a form of modesty and religious code. But nowadays, wearing a hijab has more connotations than simply religious observance.  This topic has always been a sensitive issue especially for hijab-wearing women, and we're going to try to unravel this topic today! Join us in this honest discussion about the hijab. Learn why some Muslim women opt to wear it despite the prejudice and racial comments of society and why some women choose not to. Should you wear the hijab? Whatever your decision may be, tune in as we talk about comfortability, sexism, and spirituality.   In this Episode, We Talk About: Should you wear a hijab or not? When Dr. Hussein started to wear the hijab and why she decided to wear it Obstacles hijabis are faced with How Dr. Hussein manages to get through the criticism of wearing a hijab How struggles and hardship can mold you into a better version of yourself  Being open and having an honest discussion with people Misconceptions people have when it comes to Muslims Dealing with sexism Being comfortable with yourself Wearing a hijab is a spiritual decision Advice for young women on wearing hijab   Want to hear more stories from amazing Muslim Women? Please subscribe on Apple Podcast, Stitcher or on your favorite podcast platform. Get notified so you never miss out! Join The Strategy Room inside Defiance Academy → The Strategy Room