Sisters on the Path

The episode discusses the challenges of time management for mothers and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing and managing time intentionally. It highlights the concept of time as an amanah (trust) from Allah and provides practical tools for effective time management, including SMART goals, the Eisenhower matrix, and time blocking. The conversation also delves into the significance of non-negotiables, self-care, and embracing the chaos of motherhood. The conversation covers various aspects of time management, including the importance of flexibility, the impact of external systems, the concept of barakah, and the significance of saying no. It also emphasizes the need for consistency, trial and error, and the prioritization of obligations.TakeawaysTime management for mothers requires intentional prioritization and understanding of the season of life they are in.SMART goals, the Eisenhower matrix, and time blocking are effective tools for managing time intentionally.Non-negotiables, self-care, and embracing the chaos of motherhood are essential aspects of effective time management for mothers. Flexibility in time management is essential for accommodating unexpected events and maintaining balance.Saying no is a crucial aspect of time management, allowing individuals to prioritize and focus on essential tasks.Consistency in time management does not mean every day is identical, but rather repeating important tasks and finding a method that works for each individual.Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Challenge of Time Management for Mothers02:11 The Significance of Time as an Amanah24:00 Tools for Effective Time Management23:02 Embracing the Chaos of Motherhood31:14 Flexibility and Time Management32:03 External Systems and Time Management40:11 Impact of Barakah52:08 The Significance of Saying No

Resource mentioned: ;plphttps://lauravanderkam.com/2017/09/welcome-168-hours-time-tracking-challenge/

The conversation delves into the relationship with prayer, its establishment, challenges, impact on daily life, and the role of the masjid in prayer. We discuss prayer as a constant care, the importance of planning and preparation, and teaching our children about prayer from a young age. It emphasizes the significance of sincerity in prayer and the importance of du'a.Chapters00:00 The Relationship with Prayer02:57 Challenges in Prayer08:10 The Impact of Prayer on Daily Life13:06 The Role of the Masjid in Prayer18:06 Prayer as a Constant Care25:09 The Importance of Planning and Preparation for Prayer31:54 Teaching Children About Prayer

Everyone prepares for Ramadan. But what about the ten days Allah swears by in Surah Al-Fajr?In this episode, Yasmin and Foziya open up about growing up with Dhul Hijjah as a cultural blind spot — where Eid al-Adha meant the sacrifice and special meals, but the sacredness of the days themselves passed by unnoticed. They share how discovering the "Pilgrims at Home" challenge by Anse Dr. Tamara Gray of Ribaat changed everything, and how to treat these blessed days like a mini Ramadan — even when no one around you is.We talk about: 🌙 Why Dhul Hijjah gets overlooked (and memories from childhood) 🕌 The Pilgrims at Home challenge — Surah Baqarah, Salat al-Duha, Salat al-Hajah & more 😮‍💨 Fighting the post-Ramadan slump when Shaytan isn't locked up 📅 Practical planning: clearing your calendar, fasting the nine days, knocking out missed Ramadan fasts 💗 Approaching Allah without shame — a personal story about Salat al-Hajah 📈 Why consistency beats intensity, and how tracking transforms your worshipYour challenge from this episode: Pick ONE habit — praying within 15–30 minutes, daily dhikr, tahajjud, or making up missed fasts — and start tracking it. Pen and paper is enough.⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Dhul Hijjah: our cultural blind spot 01:21 – Childhood memories of Eid al-Adha & the Udhiya 03:12 – Discovering Ribaat & Anse Dr. Tamara Gray 04:30 – The Pilgrims at Home challenge 06:17 – The post-Ramadan slump 14:00 – Treating it like a mini Ramadan 15:34 – Pick one thing: practical tips for busy women 17:49 – Salat al-Hajah & going to Allah without shame 24:45 – Consistency over intensity (the hadith that says it all) 25:51 – Tracking your ibadah 29:26 – Your one-habit challenge 32:31 – Closing dua🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss our upcoming episode on time management and treating time as an amanah.#DhulHijjah #MuslimPodcast #MuslimWomen #IslamicReminder #PilgrimsAtHome #Ramadan #EidAlAdha #Rabata

Welcome to the very first episode of the Shelf Sisters Podcast.In this episode, we share our personal journeys back to Allah—what it felt like to become distant from faith, the people and experiences Allah placed in our lives, and why tawbah (returning to Allah) is never reserved for "perfect" Muslims.We talk about:🌿 Why perfectionism keeps us stuck🌿 Building consistency in salah instead of chasing perfection🌿 The power of women's Islamic spaces🌿 Motherhood and the mental load of worship🌿 Practical ways to begin again—todayWhether you've been practicing for years or you're taking your very first step back to Allah, we pray this conversation reminds you that His door is always open."Do not despair of the mercy of Allah."(Qur'an 39:53)Resources mentioned in this episode• Omar Suleiman's Sahaba series on Yaqeen Institute, specifically the Asma Bint Yazid episode.• Rabata / Rabata University• Dr. Rania Awaad• Dr. Tamara GrayDon't forget to subscribe for future conversations on faith, motherhood, books, and becoming women who seek Allah with sincerity—one small step at a time.