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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 18 MIN

How to Reclaim a healthy ego

from Islamic Life Coach School Podcast · host Kanwal Akhtar

What if the key to spiritual growth isn't destroying your ego, but reclaiming it? Drawing from Islamic wisdom and modern psychology, this episode explores how microscopic shifts in daily habits can transform your relationship with yourself and others.We often swing between two extremes...completely erasing ourselves or defensively overcompensating. Neither serves us well. Through practical examples, I share how small acts of self-honoring can initiate profound healing: sitting down to eat when hungry rather than waiting for everyone else, leaving draining group conversations without drama, acknowledging exhaustion instead of pushing through another to-do list, or simply waiting to respond to messages until you're truly ready.These seemingly minor moments signal to your nervous system that you matter, that your needs are valid. When practiced consistently, they create a foundation for balanced self-expression that feels neither selfish nor self-sacrificing. You'll discover why suppressed desires eventually emerge as irritability or emotional shutdown, how constant overgiving trains others to bypass your boundaries, and why deferring to others' judgments weakens your ability to trust yourself.Ready to reclaim your healthy ego through practice and guidance? Join me in my coaching programs where we develop these skills through real-life application, helping you recognize yourself again while deepening your spiritual connection.I invite you to join The Ummi Collective. It is a weekly coaching program for Muslim mothers raising children on the autism spectrum.Inside, you learn how to support your child’s development in a way that builds independence, confidence, and long-term success... without losing yourself in the process.Apply for a Commitment Rate todayhttps://www.islamiclifecoachschool.com/offers/RRn2EBEC/chec

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What if the key to spiritual growth isn't destroying your ego, but reclaiming it? Drawing from Islamic wisdom and modern psychology, this episode explores how microscopic shifts in daily habits can transform your relationship with yourself and others. We often swing between two extremes...completely erasing ourselves or defensively overcompensating. Neither serves us well. Through practical examples, I share how small acts of self-honoring can initiate profound healing: sitting down to eat w...

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