Laura El Alam For those new to Islam, observing Ramadan for the first time can inspire a host of different emotions. Many converts are well-informed and supported and feel excited to dive right into the holiest month. Others find themselves alone and uncertain and might feel apprehensive or [...]
By Laura El Alam Islam greatly stresses the importance of maintaining family ties, and converts with non-Muslim relatives are no exception to this rule. We are encouraged to have a positive relationship with our family members even if our beliefs differ. For those whose loved ones try to support [...]
By Laura El Alam One of the most confusing and challenging topics for converts to Islam (as well as more established Muslims) is music. Many of us grew up considering music a major, positive part of our life. We may have played instruments, sung in a choir or band, [...]
By Laura El Alam For those of us who are converts to Islam, the death of a non-Muslim loved one can be a multi-layered trauma. We experience the typical grief of losing someone who is dear to us, but we also grapple with additional emotions, worries, and questions. In [...]
By Shaylene Haswarey Recently, I was at a restaurant with my Muslim friends when a convert remarked, "That smells so good! I remember drinking that drink at gatherings, and I miss it." A waiter had walked by carrying alcoholic drinks. My convert friend added, "There's simply no replacement for [...]
By: Carissa Mire Congratulations! You’ve converted to Islam, you may or may not have learned to pray, you may even have adopted a new way of life and you’re already starting to practice the basics. Welcome to the fold! Now that you're here, have you considered the full scope of [...]
By: Shaylene Haswarey My interest in comparing Mormonism and Islam started during my senior year of high school in 1998, but my journey learning about my Mormon roots started much earlier. Journal Entry, Saturday, July 16, 1994, age 13: I had one of the best days of my life [...]
An Interview with Laura El Alam, Author of “Made from the Same Dough” In this article, where we had the pleasure of interviewing author, Laura El Alam, to discuss her children's book titled "Made from the Same Dough." In this interview, we explore the inspiration behind this heartwarming tale [...]
By: Meena Malik How to Worship Allah in Everyday Life Islam has a holistic definition of worship, including sacred rituals and also mundane everyday actions. Muslims are encouraged to seek the pleasure of Allah in all aspects of their lives. Believe it or not,Islam does not command Muslims to [...]
By: Laura El Alam Are You Feeling Drawn to Islam? Here's What You Need to Know Sometimes people feel their hearts are drawn to Islam, but they hesitate to call themselves a Muslim. Perhaps they are afraid that they don’t know enough about the faith yet, or that they’re [...]
