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The Path We Choose
by Umer Farooque
Exploring who we become through the path we choose.
Episodes
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Why We’re So Afraid to Say “I Was Wrong” | Ep. 41
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque and Musa Waqas explore why we follow inherited beliefs, how society shapes our identity, and why admitting we are wrong takes courage. The conversation looks at how parents, teachers, and scholars influence our understanding of Islam and why...
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The Danger of Blindly Following Religious Teachings | Musa Waqas | Ep. 41
Many of us inherit our religious beliefs from our parents, teachers, communities, and scholars. But how often do we stop to question what we believe, where those beliefs come from, and whether they are actually rooted in the Quran and Sunnah?In Episode 41 of The Path We Choose, Musa Waqas joins…
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Why So Many Marriages Struggle After The Honeymoon Phase | Ep. 40
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque and Dr. Kanwal Kaisser explore what happens when the honeymoon phase ends and the realities of marriage begin to surface. The conversation looks at emotional maturity, communication, respect between husband and wife, and why unresolved…
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Why Muslim Couples Must Grow Together | Dr. Kanwal Kaisser Ep. 40
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooquee sits down with Dr. Kanwal Kaisser for a conversation about women in Islam, career aspirations, marriage, personal growth, and finding the right balance between our worldly responsibilities and our relationship with Allah.As a pediatrician,...
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How Do You Know If the Islam You Follow Is Authentic? | Ep. 39
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooquee explores a fundamental question every Muslim eventually has to confront: How do you know whether the Islam you are following is actually authentic?For many of us, religion begins with what we inherit. We learn from our parents, who learned…
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Are You Actually Living Islam Correctly? | Dr. Hammad Lakhvi Ep. 39
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooquee sits down with Dr. Hammad Lakhvi for a conversation about purpose, effort, Islamic knowledge, personal responsibility, and what it actually means to live as a Muslim. Dr. Hammad reflects on the unexpected direction of his own life and explains...
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What Muslim Parents Must Understand About Raising Children | Ep. 38
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque explores one of the most critical responsibilities in Islam: raising children with strong values, respect, and character in a world that constantly challenges those principles. The conversation addresses the stages of parenting and what parents...
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What Muslim Parents Must Understand First | Khalid Mehmood Abbasi Ep. 38
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Khalid Mehmood Abbasi for a conversation about Muslim parenting, marriage, family, discipline, and what it actually takes to raise good children. Parents often focus on finding the best school, the best tutor, or someone to teach...
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Why Pakistani Nationalism Is Destroying Our Islam | Ep. 37
What does it really mean to celebrate freedom? In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooquee sits down for a deeply reflective conversation about identity, nationalism, faith, and the uncomfortable truths about how we live as Muslims today. The conversation begins with a challenging...
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How We Turned Islam Into Empty Rituals | Tayyab Abid | Ep. 37
What does it actually mean to live as a Muslim? In this episode of ‘The Path We Choose’ Umer Farooque sits down with Tayyab Abid for a deep conversation about Islam, purpose, submission, character, identity, and what it truly means to live your faith beyond rituals. The conversation challenges…
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Is Islam Just About Worship? | Shujauddin Sheikh | Ep. 36
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Shujauddin Sheikh for a deep and thought-provoking conversation about the purpose of life, the Quran, Islam, and the way we understand success and responsibility as Muslims. Shujauddin Sheikh explores one of the most fundamental...
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The Truth About Modern Masculinity | Mazen Hamdanieh | Ep. 35
What happens when you stop living the life everyone expects from you? In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Mazen, entrepreneur, founder of Alpha, and advocate for men's self-improvement, for a deeply personal conversation about identity, masculinity, relationships,...
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Why Modern Muslims Feel Lost | Abu Ibrahim | Ep. 34
What does it actually mean to live your life for Islam? In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Abu Ibrahim for a challenging conversation about purpose, faith, sacrifice, and what it means to take Islam seriously beyond personal rituals. Abu Ibrahim shares his own...
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Your Comfort Is Holding You Back | Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui | Ep. 33
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar Siddiqui for a thought-provoking conversation about truth, ideology, and what it really takes to challenge the narratives we've been taught. Using the idea of "the red pill" from The Matrix as a starting…
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Heartbreak Led Me Back To Allah | Hassan | Ep. 32
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Hassan for an honest conversation about heartbreak, faith, and the life-changing decision to pursue Allah with conviction. Hassan shares how one of the lowest moments of his life became the turning point that brought him back to...
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The Beliefs That Quietly Control Us | Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui | Ep. 31
In this episode of The Path We Choose, Umer Farooque sits down with Dr. Sabrina to unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts of our time: identity. From religion and nationality to culture and social status, we explore how identity is formed, why people become attached to certain labels, and...
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Are We Just Roleplaying Being Muslim? | Akber Ali | Ep. 30
What does it actually mean to have a grounded identity? In this episode of The Path We Choose, host Umer Farooque sits down with Akber a young imam, hafiz, and digital creator to explore the thin line between cultural performance and authentic religious embodiment. Akber shares his fascinating...
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The Hidden Cost of Chasing Dunya | Khalid Mehmood Abbasi | Ep. 29
In this thought-provoking episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Khalid Sahib to explore how a true human purpose often diverges from societal expectations and traditional life cycles. Khalid Sahib dives deep into why most people follow corporate, marital, and...
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Is the Quran Not Enough? | Sheraz Butt | Ep. 28
Is the Quran enough on its own, or can it never be separated from the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ? In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Sheraz Butt for a deep conversation on faith, the Quran, Sunnah, social media da’wah, and the way Islam is...
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The 1% Who Change Generations | Sahil Adeem | Ep. 27
In this thought-provoking episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Sahil Adeem to explore how Allah’s chosen path for us often diverges from the world’s expectations. Sahil dives deep into why most people simply follow the crowd while the rare thinkers—less than...
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Why Faith Alone Can Change Everything | Episode 26 | Shahrez Hayder & Mohammed Al-Ubaidy
This episode is proudly presented by Ketkoot Iraqi Chargrilled Chicken! The go-to spot for bold Iraqi grilled chicken, whole chicken feasts, and delicious community meals in Mississauga and beyond. https://linktr.ee/ketkoot Apply for Shahrez's Inner Circle Mentorship Program:...
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The Immigrant Hustle That Built a Global Brand | Matt Preschern | Ep. 25
This episode is proudly presented by Ketkoot Iraqi Chargrilled Chicken! The go-to spot for bold Iraqi grilled chicken, whole chicken feasts, and delicious community meals in Mississauga and beyond. https://linktr.ee/ketkoot How do you go from starting with nothing in a new country to leading…
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The Truth About Mistakes, Accountability, and Allah | Shaykh Rasoul & Shahrez Hayder | Ep. 24
This episode is proudly presented by Ketkoot Iraqi Chargrilled Chicken! The go-to spot for bold Iraqi grilled chicken, whole chicken feasts, and delicious community meals in Mississauga and beyond. https://linktr.ee/ketkoot Apply for Shahrez's Inner Circle Mentorship Program:...
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What They Don’t Teach You About Success in School | Hussein Farhat & Shahrez Hayder | Ep. 23
Why do we spend years in school learning facts, but never learn the skills that actually lead to success? In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Hussein Farhat and Shahrez Hayder to explore the real lessons school never taught — about mindset, discipline,...
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How to Manifest Anything Through Faith | Muhammad Al-Ubaidy & Shahrez Hayder | Pt. 1
This episode is proudly presented by Ketkoot Iraqi Chargrilled Chicken! The go-to spot for bold Iraqi grilled chicken, whole chicken feasts, and delicious community meals in Mississauga and beyond. https://linktr.ee/ketkoot Why does working yourself to exhaustion sometimes keep you stuck in the...
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He Got Tired of Waiting, So He Fixed Montreal Himself | Saad Tekiout & Shahrez Hayder
He Got Tired of Waiting, So He Fixed Montreal Himself | Saad Tekiout & Shahrez Hayder In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Saad Tekiout and Shahrez Hayder to explore the story behind the Montreal man who went viral for fixing potholes across the city...
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Why "Knowing" Islam Isn’t Changing Your Life | Muhammad Al-Ubaidy & Shahrez Hayder
Why "Knowing" Islam Isn’t Changing Your Life | Muhammad Al-Ubaidy & Shahrez Hayder Why do so many people have faith and belief but still struggle to take action? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Muhammad Al-Ubaidy and Shahrez Hayder to…
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Why Women Test Men: Psychology, Attraction & Relationship Dynamics Explained | Shahrez Hayder
Shahrez Hayder on Women Psychology, Attraction & Relationship Dynamics Why do women test men in relationships and what does it really mean? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Shahrez Hayder to break down the psychology behind attraction,...
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Why Women Test Men: Psychology, Attraction & Relationship Dynamics Explained | Shahrez Hayder
Shahrez Hayder on Women Psychology, Attraction & Relationship Dynamics Why do women test men in relationships and what does it really mean? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Shahrez Hayder to break down the psychology behind attraction,...
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You’ve Been Programmed Since Birth | Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui
You’ve Been Programmed Since Birth | Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui Are your thoughts and behaviors shaped by subconscious programming you don’t even realize? In this episode, Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui explains how the mind is conditioned from an early age and how that programming influences...
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Shahrez Hayder on Islam as a System for Life
In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Shahrez Hayder to break down a truth most people misunderstand: Feeling stuck is not failure. It’s a test. This conversation dives into why people feel trapped in their careers, relationships, or personal...
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Hope Comes From Doing: Fighting Injustice Through Action | Ep16 Clip
What does it mean to truly stand up for justice, even when the world around you is changing in ways you never imagined? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Canadian lawyer, law professor, author, and international affairs commentator Faisal…
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Greater Isr*el, Ir*n & The Narrative You’re Fed | Faisal Kutty
Greater Isr*el, Ir*n & The Narrative You’re Fed | Faisal Kutty What really shapes global views on Greater Isr*el, Ir*n and Middle East politics, and how much of it comes from narrative framing and media bias? In this insightful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down…
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The Google Dream Job That Left Me Questioning Everything | Ep13 Clip
What if the dream job you've been chasing isn't the destination at all, but just another chapter in a much bigger story? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with former Google leader Kareem Elsayed for an intimate conversation about faith…
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The Car That Broke Down at Every Turn: Finding Meaning in Life's Chaos | EP15 Clip
What if life's greatest lessons aren't found in the destinations we plan, but in the breakdowns we never saw coming? In this powerful clip from The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque explores one of life's most profound truths: the gap between our plans and reality. Through a compelling...
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I Reinvented Myself 30 Times: The Art of Personal Transformation | David Herman | TPWC
I Reinvented Myself 30 Times: The Art of Personal Transformation | David Herman | TPWC What does it really take to reinvent yourself over and over again? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque speaks with entrepreneur and sales leader David Herman, also known as...
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The Green Lights Philosophy: Following Values Over Goals in Leadership | EP14 Clip
What if the biggest obstacle standing between you and your goals isn't external, it's you? In this powerful clip from The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque continues his conversation with Maleeha Shahid, Deputy Mayor of Whitby, Ontario, as she unpacks one of the most profound leadership...
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From Pakistani Immigrant to Canada’s Deputy Mayor: Maleeha Shahid’s Leadership Journey | TPWC
From Pakistani Immigrant to Canada’s Deputy Mayor: Maleeha Shahid’s Leadership Journey | TPWC How does a Pakistani immigrant rise to become a Deputy Mayor in Canada? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Maleeha Shahid, the Deputy Mayor of…
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Why Letting Go of the Wheel Totaled My Car | EP13 Clip
What if the key to overcoming life's biggest challenges isn't about controlling the outcome but mastering your response to it? In this powerful clip from The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque explores one of the most misunderstood concepts in personal growth: the balance between faith,...
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Why I Left Google: From Dream Tech Job to Finding Purpose | Kareem Elsayed
Why I Left Google: From Dream Tech Job to Finding Purpose | Kareem Elsayed Why would someone leave a high-paying job at Google? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), Umer Farooque speaks with former Google leader Kareem Elsayed about why he walked away from a dream tech career…
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How Body Language Reveals Everything About Character | EP12 Clip
What separates good coaches from truly great ones? It's not just strategy or tactics—it's the ability to listen, communicate, and see beyond the game. In this clip of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque continues his conversation with veteran soccer coach, broadcaster, and author Glenn...
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50 Years of Coaching Wisdom: Leadership, Football Strategy & Player Development | Glenn Crooks
50 Years of Coaching Wisdom: Leadership, Football Strategy & Player Development | Glenn Crooks What does 50 years of elite football coaching teach you about leadership, mindset, and building winning teams? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque speaks with…
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Why High Performers Burn Out More (And How to Recover) | EP11 Clip
In this clip of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with burnout recovery expert, speaker, and author Cait Donovan to unpack the growing burnout epidemic affecting professionals across North America. This conversation explores the real causes of burnout, how chronic workplace...
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The Burnout Epidemic Explained: Causes, Recovery & Workplace Mental Health | Cait Donovan
The Burnout Epidemic Explained: Causes, Recovery & Workplace Mental Health | Cait Donovan In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with burnout recovery expert, speaker, and author Cait Donovan to unpack the growing burnout epidemic affecting professionals across...
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Why You Don't Need a Gym to Stay Healthy | EP10 Clip
What if the fear holding you back isn't telling you to stop—it's telling you to pay attention? In this clip of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with somatic practitioner and wellness expert Rochelle Rice for a deeply insightful conversation about intuition, fear…
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The Body-Mind Connection Explained: Healing, Trauma & Emotional Wellbeing | Rochelle Rice
In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with somatic practitioner and wellness expert Rochelle Rice to explore the powerful body–mind connection and how healing, trauma, and emotional wellbeing are deeply interconnected. This conversation dives into how…
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The Confidence Exercise That Actually Works | EP09 Clip
What if the difference between success and struggle isn't talent, intelligence, or opportunity—but something far more fundamental? In this powerful episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque dives deep into the psychology of confidence, communication, and self-awareness with an…
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How to Build Unshakeable Confidence | Karol Ward | TPWC EP09
In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Karol Ward, TEDx speaker, author, and expert coach specializing in confidence, communication, and self-awareness. Karol is best known for her powerful TEDx talk “Finding Your Voice”, where she explores how authentic...
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The Hard Truth About Starting a Business | EP08 Clip
Is Your Product Really Enough to Succeed? In this eye-opening clip from The Path We Choose podcast, Rohail Hasan Siddiqui breaks down a crucial lesson that most founders overlook: products don’t sell themselves. The truth? No matter how amazing your product is, without the right sales strategy,...
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Pakistani Entrepreneur Builds a Global AI Business | Ahsan Mashkoor | TPWC EP08
In this episode of The Path We Choose (TPWC), host Umer Farooque sits down with Ahsan Mashkoor, the Pakistani entrepreneur who built WAI Industries, a global AI company, from scratch. From navigating challenges in starting a business with limited resources to innovating in the AI space, Ahsan...
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