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Psych in Islam

Religion & Spirituality

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Religion & Spirituality

Frequency: 1 episode/26d. Total Eps: 4

Knowledge in Islam is like an endless ocean — and Psych in Islam is a journey into its depths. Each week, we'll explore the intersection of psychology and faith, uncovering insights about the mind, the soul, and the human experience. Whether you're Muslim or simply curious, you're welcome here.

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Psych in Islam - PART ONE: The Creator, the Created and the Purpose of Our Existence

Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Duration 13:57

In this episode, moderator Robert Andaluz is joined by co-host Aida Maravilla for a rich conversation exploring what Islam says about human identity, purpose, and daily living. Drawing from Dr. Utz's book Psychology Through an Islamic Lens, they dive deeper into the first chapter and examine four powerful Quranic verses that frame Allah as the Creator, Sustainer, and the One in whose hand is all dominion.

In This Episode You'll Hear About:

The Islamic vs. secular understanding of human nature and psychology
What it means that Allah created us and everything we do
A clarifying note on divine attributes — why Allah's "hand" is not to be taken literally
How remembering our place in creation leads to humility and purpose
Why worship in Islam goes far beyond ritual prayer
Living with tawakkul — trusting Allah's plan while still doing your best

Ruh Report — Islamic Psychology in the News

Qatar's Ministry of Public Health released a new booklet: Hajj: A School of Psychology and Behavioral Development, focused on mental well-being, patience, humility, and self-control during pilgrimage. Download that booklet here.
Researchers are proposing a new framework blending Islamic psychology with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), aiming to make faith-sensitive therapy more accessible within mainstream healthcare systems like the NHS. Read that story here.
Scholars are pushing to expand Islamic psychology beyond one-on-one therapy into schools, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers, serving younger and older populations. Read a research paper from Alkaram Institute on that here.
If you'd like to follow along with us as we go through Utz's book, get a free pdf copy here.

Quranic Verses Referenced

Quran 39:62-63 — Allah is the Creator of all things and the Maintainer of everything
Quran 67:1 — Blessed is He in Whose Hand is the Dominion, and He is over all things competent
Quran 23:88 — In Whose Hand is the realm of all things, and He protects while none can protect against Him
Quran 37:96 — Allah created you and that which you do

Key Takeaways

We are part of something far greater than ourselves — recognizing this is the beginning of humility.
Having a soul, free will, and moral discernment is a gift, not a given.
Doing things for Allah's sake transforms ordinary actions into acts of worship.
We exist to praise Allah — not only in prayer, but in every choice, intention, and effort.
Life is an adventure; we plan and strive, but ultimate power belongs to Allah alone.

Connect & Follow If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their Creator.

AND YOUTUBE! @psychinislam

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Psych in Islam - Loneliness, Slowing Down and Faith Anchoring

Sunday, April 26, 2026 • Duration 13:44

What does the Quran have to say about mental health — and how can its verses bring real peace to the overwhelmed, the lonely, and the searching? In this episode of Psych in Islam, Robert Andaluz and Abdul Rahman Salaam open with the latest news in Islamic psychology, then dive deep into a conversation grounded in Dr. Aisha Utz's Psychology from an Islamic Lens.

Drawing from Surah Az-Zumar (39:41), the hosts explore how Islam offers a holistic model for mental well-being — one that nourishes the spiritual, emotional, psychological, and social dimensions of the human being. Abdul Rahman shares candidly about navigating loneliness on the graveyard shift, being separated from family, and how Quranic reflection became his anchor. Robert reflects on the simple but profound peace he found by making it to the masjid after a long day of work.

Together, they remind us: it's not about racing through pages — it's about letting one ayah truly land.

In This Episode Here Are Some Key Takeaways...

Islamic psychology is growing — new conferences, clinical research, and an AI mental health chatbot (Yaqin) built for Muslim women in the UK
The mosque offers community, comfort, and grounding
The Quran can serve as a companion — not just a book to finish
From caterpillar to butterfly: sitting with just one ayat/verse, can be a source transformation, instead of rushing past it
Look at the example of Umar (RA) — 10 years on Surah Al-Baqarah, 10 ayat at a time

Key Verse "Indeed, We sent down to you the Book for the people in truth. So whoever is guided — it is for the benefit of his soul." — Quran 39:41

As-salamu alaykum — peace be upon you.

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Psych in Islam - Dr. Utz's Findings, Generational Religiosity, and Death

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 11:10

In this first episode of Psych in Islam, we explore the connection between psychology and spirituality through an Islamic lens.

Host Robert is joined by Fareed as they discuss insights from Psychology from the Islamic Perspective by Dr. Aisha Utz—highlighting the limitations of secular psychology and the importance of incorporating faith into understanding human nature.

Together, they dive into:

Why modern psychology can feel incomplete without spirituality
The role of Islam in shaping identity, purpose, and mental well-being
Personal reflections on growing up Muslim in the West
The importance of seeking knowledge and self-understanding
How concepts like death and the Hereafter can bring clarity and peace

Also, here is a free pdf copy of the book if you'd like to tag along with us as we go through it.

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/my-drive

Here is the post Robert refers to.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14324463/God-comeback-Gen-Z-atheists-parents.html

And according to Claude.ai, the statistics cited are real, but the article presents a narrow finding as a sweeping religious revival. It's worth treating the framing with skepticism and seeking out more nuanced sources (like Pew Research or academic surveys) for the full picture.

And the Al Fatiha (Opening) Tasfir mentioned by Fareed can be found below.

https://quran.com/1:1/tafsirs/en-tafisr-ibn-kathir

Psych in Islam Trailer - Psychology in Islam

Season 1 · Episode 1

Friday, February 27, 2026 • Duration 02:00

In this introductory episode of Psych in Islam, we share the vision behind a podcast exploring psychology through an Islamic lens. As a young convert and intending to be the podcast's moderator, Robert Andaluz reflects on discovering the depth and beauty of Islam beyond media narratives and cultural assumptions. With fellow brothers, join us to embark on a thoughtful journey to explore life’s fundamental questions like: Who are we? Why are we here? And how can we cultivate healthy minds and become our best selves? Whether Muslim or not, we invite all types of listeners to explore faith, psychology, and personal growth.

Connect & Follow If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their Creator.

AND YOUTUBE! @psychinislam

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