When what you want starts to define you
A personal reflection on attachment, practical meditation exercises, and learning to trust Allah while continuing to take useful steps.
Articles & understanding
Reading notes and explanations from the live.
Search the siteWhen I think I know better than Allah
A personal reflection on wanting a particular outcome, asking for reassurance, and learning to trust Allah when I cannot see what comes next.
Repairing trust starts with what we do
What I learned about apologies, keeping our word, and becoming the kind of person we ask others to be.
Wanting marriage and trusting Allah with the outcome
My ongoing struggle with wanting marriage, releasing a specific outcome, and remembering Allah while I take the appropriate steps.
Preparing for marriage when the culture makes it difficult
My experience of wanting to marry young, preparing to be a good spouse, and facing expectations in the Arab American community.
Before you choose a major, read 80,000 Hours
Why I recommend the free 80,000 Hours career guide to young Muslims, and how I connect its advice to intention, good work, and giving.
About me
I'm Ayoub, a regular guy from Tampa, Florida. This is my story of finding my way back to Islam and continuing to learn and practice.
Why I started Islam with Ayoub
How watching religious debates on TikTok led me to read the Quran live, share resources, and take my own learning more seriously.