In this essential episode, Aalimah Sarah Ahmed breaks down the fiqh of menstruationwith clarity and compassion. From understanding the rulings on prayer and fasting to navigating the spiritual questions that come up each month, we explore how these rulings impact real Muslim women’s lives. We also tackle common misconceptions, cultural taboos, and the emotional toll of being disconnected from worship.

Whether you're learning for the first time or revisiting what you thought you knew, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to approach this topic with dignity and devotion.

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In this essential episode, Aalimah Sarah Ahmed breaks down the fiqh of menstruation with clarity and compassion. From understanding the rulings on prayer and fasting to navigating the spiritual questions that come up each month, we explore how these rulings impact real Muslim women’s lives. We also tackle common misconceptions, cultural taboos, and the emotional toll of being disconnected from worship.

Whether you're learning for the first time or revisiting what you thought you knew, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to approach this topic with dignity and devotion.

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If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and share! To help us continue this important work, become a sustainer at www.empowherhealth.org

What does it mean to live fully when half your deen still feels out of reach? In this episode, we’re joined once again by therapist Bayanne Elkhatib for a raw, reflective conversation on what it’s really like to be single—especially during wedding season. We talk about the quiet grief, the societal pressure, the spiritual questions, and the kind of fulfillment that isn’t waiting on a ring. Whether you’re in this season or walking beside someone who is, this is a conversation about dignity, purpose, and healing.

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