Sometimes the truth can get twisted in this life. Blurred. Manipulated. Lines get crossed. Things once seen as black and white may start to appear grayer. It may seem harder to recognize what’s true or what’s false. What’s light and what’s dark?Many times the wolf disguised in sheep’s clothing knows the religion better than we thought, crafting and twisting it so much, we might even find ourselves feeling confused over what real truth is anymore. So how can we spot a wolf in sheep’s clothing and how can we see through their deception to protect ourselves?This WILL NOT be an easy conversation to have but it must be done…Join us as we welcome Author Kaleema Overton Ameen to the show! She is the author of “Hidden in Plain Sight.” This book exposes how the predator systematically grooms, deceives, and abuses while undetected by family and friends.

Staying in the Fight with The Muslim Boxer

Life was never intended to be a walk in the park. In fact, it is through life’s challenges where we identify our purpose.However, what does it take to stay in the fight and keep pushing? Our next podcast will dive deep into a very deep discussion with our brother - Muhsin Cason @themuslimboxerJoin us as we unpack boxing, divorce, healing, and fighting for what’s right in our next podcast - Staying in the Fight!

“Are you among the category of people saying, "I don't want to get married"? Or perhaps, you know someone who doesn't want to get married, and you're searching for possible reasons why anyone would make that decision. If your answer is yes, then this is the podcast for you!”

Join us on Wednesday, May 25th at 8:30 PM EST on FB & YouTube LIVE for an important conversation about one of the greatest issues facing our time - the refusal to get married! Set your calendars and tune in.

Trauma bonds look different in every relationship. In certain circles, trauma bonds are referred to as “codependent relationships;” however, the term “codependency” can lead to blaming the spouse and not recognizing the extent of the betrayal trauma he or she has endured.

Cheating and infidelity is common amongst individuals struggling with narcissism. This podcast breaks down WHY! 

Dealing with a man or woman who is not mature emotionally can be frustrating, and it can seem like it won’t ever end, but the truth is, it’s entirely possible to address and fix their behavior.

As mentioned before, through reinforcement and the principles of operant conditioning, negative behaviors are learned, but they can also be undone. This means that positive ones can also be taught as well.

Taking note of the specific ones that are problematic and understanding why they exist can be valuable information when trying to tackle these immature behaviors, especially when seeking help from a counselor or therapist. The more information they have, the better they can assist you and your partner.

Communication and trust are the cornerstones of a successful relationship. Mutual understanding comes from sharing thoughts and honest communication. If your partner is emotionally immature, trying to have a conversation with them can be draining. An emotionally immature person gets angry and disappointed easily and fails to control themselves. They often vent their anger on their partner, and this may create rifts in the relationship. Such a person avoids serious conversations and is unaware of their partner’s needs. In this podcast, we discuss signs of an emotionally immature person and how to deal with them.

In this LIVE 1:1 discussion with Host Sabria - she discusses the importance of taking accountability of your own pain and trauma when in relationships. Black Love can no longer be the scared space for pain and trauma. The cycle of this must stop and it begins with us!

The instability of relationships comes from the opaqueness of feelings. Half the time and energy expelled in a relationship revolves around trying to figure out how the other person feels. Partnerships take time, practice and complete trust. They are rarely formed because of people’s fleeting feelings and most partners understand that it takes time to get there.”

A purposeful partnership is one that allows you to seek out your own goals and grows towards them within a union. It involves consciously choosing a purpose driven partner and creating a life that helps to build an intentional social and economic structure.

Trust me..you don’t want to miss this episode! Join our next set of dope couples as they discuss Purposeful Partnership!

Join us for the first episode of The DOPE Black Muslim Love podcast series. We will speak to three amazing couples about what it takes to stay in love and longevity. 

Honest About Heartbreak Join your host - @sabriamills, as she dives deep into Series 1 (Heartbreak & Denial Podcast Series) with the phenomenal @villageauntie! You don’t want to miss this heart-to-heart discussion about love, sex, and heartbreak. In honor of our season opening, we are honored to welcome the beautiful and amazing @bibi_watts and @amiraunplugged to the stage to open and close our show with songs of impact and change.

“Love yourself!” is advice dished by many self-help books and easily quoted on pretty Instagram pictures. Loving yourself is not a destination. Loving yourself is a muscle you build. It’s a choice you make, every single day. Remember ~ You don’t have to dump your hubby or wife or wait to delay courting again until you arrive at the Destination: I Love Myself. Join Moses the Comic,  Hassan Faye, Khalidah Dubose, Zakiyyah A.Rahman, and Kenya Imani for a powerful discussion about the art of letting go!

Welcome to Season 7 of The DOPE Muslim Woman Podcast! We have been earnestly awaiting for this moment. The moment of truth. The moment of courage. The moment to put it all on the table! It's time...are you ready? Join us this Wednesday, November 15th for our SEASON OPENING...a raw, honest, and vulnerable conversation with Basheer Jones. Through the highs and lows, our brother is putting it all on the table.We are honored to welcome Therapist, Zainab Abdul-Rahim to open up our show the RIGHT WAY. Join us as we navigate our way back home.....We can't wait to meet you on the couch....

Marrying outside your own faith requires the two of you to be especially mature, respectful and compromising to have a successful long-term relationship. Muslim men have been at the forefront of the interfaith marriage discussion, as Muslim women grapple to understand the reasons why a Muslim man may choose to marry Outside of his faith. Join Mustafa Sulaiman, as he dives into an extremely candid and honest conversation about marrying a woman outside of his faith.

Featuring Imam Amin Muhammad, Sh. Sa'id Hunafa, and Mecca Islam.

It’s often hard to tell the difference between love and manipulation, which is why many of us end up with manipulators thinking what we have is love. Join Rashid Mahdi, Asiya Nasir Shaheed, Zarinah Raheem, and Khalil Pertikin for a powerful converstaion about manipulation, gaslighting, and the power of love. 

“The field of medicine has long skewed white and male. Only 2 percent of active physicians are Black women, and that comes with some very real consequences.” ********************************** Join TDMWP in their final DOPE vulnerability mini-episode with the amazing @drnoorjihan on Monday, March 29th at 8 PM EST. Tune into her inspirational story and be encouraged to be revolutionary in your pursuit of greatness.

istorically, Black American Muslims have prided themselves on having a strong sense of community. The conditions under which many Black American Muslims accepted and practiced Islam were adversarial and challenging and required a great deal of commitment, determination and faith. As a result, Black American Muslims have a great deal of resilience. But resilience alone does not treat mental health problems any more than it cures diabetes or high blood pressure.” ********************************** Join TDMWP Wednesday, March 24th at 8:00 PM EST for a necessary discussion about stabilizing and maintaining our mental health. Join us at the table for “I’m Not Crazy.”

“The saddest thing about hypocrisy and deceit is that it often doesn’t come from our enemies or people we don’t know, but rather from those close to us. As you’d expect, this hurts. A lot. When we are deceived, the worst thing about it isn’t the lie itself, but what the lie brings with it. When a feeling as important as trust is broken, something inside us dies. The lie calls thousands of truths into question, making us doubt even the experiences that we thought were the most honest.” Join TDMWP for their final episode - “When Love Hurts,” on Wednesday April 7th at 8:30 PM EST. Join Imam Abdul Malik, Imam Faheem, Jermaine Carey, Staci Lewis, and Stephanie Stewart in a honest and raw exchange about polygyny done in the dark, secret, and temporary marriages. You don’t want to miss this episode!!

Taming the Sexual Beast

“ O young men, those among you who can support a wife should marry, for it restrains eyes from casting (evil glances). and preserves one from immorality; but those who cannot should devote themselves to fasting for it is a means of controlling sexual desire. “ (Muslim, Kitab un-Nikah, 3231)

Join the DMWP as we host a BOLD and dynamic podcast episode with the amazing Village Auntie (Angelica Lindsey-Ali), Naeemah Khabir, Shaykh Kafani Ibrahim, and Tavasha Shannon.

"Vulnerability is a power tool in an emotionally intelligent leader’s toolkit. Courageous leaders leverage their “woundedness” into genuine connections, innovation and learning. They embrace moments of vulnerability by acknowledging their current state, taking responsibility for their emotions and asking for help."

Join TDMWP and the owner of Hijabified - Niddarah Winters for a powerful discussion about business, fashion, and the power of vulnerability.

Until forty or fifty years ago, almost all that was expected of a husband and a father was to protect and provide for his family. Today, most men realize that the cultural perceptions are changing: a good husband/father also communicates with those in his care, expresses love for them, and is involved in many aspects of their lives. While this is progress, the cultural perceptions for women are just as complex. According to recent studies, a large percentage of women are out-earning their spouses and contributing to household expenses. This shift in cultural perceptions has contributed to the breakdown in love and connection between our brothers and sisters.

In this podcast epiosde, we are joined with Imam Faheem, Zarinah Raheem, Roseline Louis, and Hamza ibn Askia.

Love’s Triumph

Marriage can be a tough gig these days. We live in a culture that almost expects marriages to fail and so it is more important than ever that we take steps to immunise our relationships against divorce. Sometimes we need to build our marital resilience.

Join TDMWP family and our dynamic guests (Elijah and Fatima)for a dynamic discussion about marriage, love, resiliency, and triumph!

In an exclusive interview with the Author of “The Muslim Narcissist,” TDMWP will take a deep dive into the warning signs of narcissism during the courting phase. Dr. Mona will tackle the truth behind dating apps, the specific traits of the Muslim who navigates these traits, traits of a NARCISSISTIC WIFE, and how to avoid the painful narcissistic cycle! This is the first interview featuring Dr. Mona in the United States, so tune in!

Selection Perfection with Naaila Clay

I hear people all the time say things like, "I'm not looking for 'perfect'."

They then state that they just want something where there's never any drama, they always feel happy with their choice of partner, and everything they want with a partner, they get.

In other words, they are looking for perfect.

Join TDMWP family in a dynamic special edition with That Clay Couple based upon their most recent book - “Selection Perfection.” In this episode we will breakdown common patterns we have when choosing partners, guiding questions and steps a person should go through to determine if they are meeting a good fit, determining compatibility, drawing a balance between “red” and “green” flags, and breaking down common relationship myths and misconceptions.

Love is Blind Neflix's latest reality series, Love Is Blind, may have brought its namesake concept into the zeitgeist, but it’s nothing new. The question of whether or not love is actually blind has come up time and time again, as there’s something eternally compelling about the idea that love is a force more powerful than something as skin-deep as beauty. While the idea of love being blind is certainly romantic, is it something that happens in the real world? Join TDMWP for a thought provoking conversation with the co-founder of “Eye Meets Soul” - Binta Kane for a conversation about looks, aesthetics, and soul connections!

“Sex , when done in an ethical and halal manner, can not only be connected to your spirituality, it can also be a spiritual boost. For far too long, people have associated religion and spirituality with caged sexuality and something shameful.”

Join TDMWP family for a special edition episode on sexuality in Islam with dope panelists - Khalil Ismail, Na’il Salahu-Din, Huda Ahmad, and Inshirah Jihad and expert guest - Dr. Shaakira Abdullah (Thr Halal Sexpert)

In love and in life, our vulnerability is one of our greatest strengths. We often believe that we risk too much by being vulnerable, but, in fact, the opposite is true. When we build a wall around us to protect ourselves from our big, bad fears, we miss out on so much.

Join TDMWP in a conversation with the amazing, Salima Suswell for another thought provoking dialogue about Love -- everyone wants to experience it, but no one wants to get hurt. Why? It’s because the true act of “love” can be scary, uncontrolled, and make us feel vulnerable.

Longing for Longevity

On average, the typical U.S. marriage that ends in divorce lasts just eight years. When you're caught up in the excitement of your wedding, it can be hard to imagine that you and your spouse might not live happily ever after. But sharing your life with another person can be a challenge, especially if you don’t have a lot of experience with relationships. Marriages take work, commitment, and love, but they also need respect to be truly happy and successful. Join Ndola and Ayyub Shakur (married for 15 years) in a candid discussion about longing for longevity. 

“He who does not trust enough will not be trusted." --Lao Tzu

Join TDMWP for a special edition two-part mini-series on Restoring Trust - A Raw Conversation Between Men and Women.

Part II will feature a phenomenal panel of guests who will speak the truth about what it will take to restore trust in one another again. Join Ameenah Muhammad, Amani Jabbar, Khaleef Long, and Ryan Hilliard for a dynamic conversation about restoring trust.

Special Edition: Restoring Trust Part I

“I trust you is a better compliment than I love you because you may not always trust the person you love but you can always love the person you trust.” – Anonymous

Join TDMWP for a special edition two-part mini-series on Restoring Trust - A Raw Conversation Between Men and Women.

Part I will feature a phenomenal panel of guests who will speak the truth about what’s holding us back from trusting one another. Join Ms. Latifa Ali, Naimah Abdullah, Na’il Salahuddin, and Bilal Mustafa in a dynamic discussion about trust!

Restoring the broken chain has so many layers for me. I often think about how unhealed generational trauma plays such a major role in some of our own familial bonds being broken. Now more than ever - we can recognize toxic patterns within our own families and our own lives and do something about it. Many of us aim to elevate beyond the shackles of brokenness to make a conscious choice to restore what was broken and taken from us.

..And remember beauties, if you are choosing Black love — really choosing it — you are committing to acting out of a limitless, uncompromising – uncompromised — forgiving place and making sacrifices for the sake of your future and your children.

Join us for the premier of Love & Restoration Series with Bibi Watts -The Resistance Blogger and Jonathon Iheanacho on The Dope Muslim Woman Podcast.

A broken heart is similar to a physical wound on your body such as a broken ankle or a second degree burn. Physical wounds must be treated, otherwise they can cause long term infections and other health problems. We must treat a broken heart very similar to a physical wound. We must give it a daily prescription and take it to get results.

Join us for a special edition culminating episode with The Divorced Muslimah Coach, Rayesa Gheewala

Heal Thyself from Domestic & Sexual Abuse

Heal Thyself, Heal Thy Community Podcast series will tackle an uncomfortable and difficult conversation on healing from domestic and sexual abuse on Wednesday, December 23rd at 8pm.

Embarrassed and ashamed of the bruises on her body, the mental torture from her spouse, and sexual acts he coerced her into doing, many women struggle to talk about what’s happening to them.

Welcome to the DOPE Muslim Single Experience.

We launch this week with an incredible and honest conversation with our expert - Coach Rakin.

Rakin Fetuga is a Relationship Life Coach who specializes in supporting couples who are having difficulties in their relationships.

He uses solution focused therapy which allows him to investigate the issues find out what they are and then move forward from there. In addition to his specialization in addressing relationship problems, he offers an incredible lens into how to adequately navigate the single and/or pre-marital journey.

Healing Generational Wounds

What is overwhelming and unnamable is passed on to those we are closest to. Our loved ones carry what we cannot. And we do the same.

Join us as we talk about how our generational wounds can be passed down to our children and what they look like in our relationships with Amond Jackson and Toyia Denise.

Breaking the Shackles of Silence Amongst Black Women launches December 9th at 8pm with Nia Malika Dixon and Malikah Shabazz. Starting as early as kindergarten and first grade, African American girls in school are punished for being too chatty, too loud, or too questioning. Their curiosity is seen as threatening, as disruption of the preferred [white] ideal of young girls as quiet, submissive, and well-behaved.

Surely the ultimate source of what masculinity means to Muslims, has to be the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) himself. Challenging what it means to be a man can lead to liberal, un-Islamic views on masculinity and femininity. However, the conservative views that many subscribe to were never Islamic views, but remnants of colonial influence.

Join us as we discuss this extremely important topic with our dear brothers - Saleh Clemons and Nasheed Jackson.

An Intimate Discussion Between Mothers: Co-parenting through Forgiveness

Healing involves gut wrenching honesty and owning your own personal forgiveness journey.

Join Fatima Cortez and Sabria Mills, as they dive into a deep discussion about the truth about co-parenting and parallel parenting. These mothers will also speak about choosing sisterhood over survival.

Taking the steps toward forgiveness, divorced co-parents Ziyadah Deen and Dawud Akbar will discuss and share advice on how co-parents can begin to mend those fences and set the stage so their kids can grow up with a solid foundation.

When we lose something we value — even if it’s a fantasy — we must grieve that loss. But first, we need to dispose of the anger, resentment, and shame we feel, even though those emotions are reasonable. Part I - Join Jaasmeen Hamed and Ras Kofi for an intimate conversation about forgiveness after their divorce.

Not Without My Faith

When we haven’t forgiven ourselves, we subconsciously project our hurt onto others. Our faith can truly be tested when we experience trauma, hurt, and loss. Join us as we discuss the power of choosing faith over fear with Halimah DeOliveira!

From Prison to Prayer with Shaheed Yasir

Systemic racism and inequality is intrinsic to law enforcement in the US, with mass incarceration riddled with racial disparities. From the thirteenth amendment loophole to the War on Drugs, Black communities have suffered exponentially under this facade of ‘justice’, with families torn apart as a result.

Join us as we embark on a journey of redemption with artist and entrepreneur, Shaheed Yasir.

Come to the Hills of Forgiveness with Drea D'Nur

When we hold on to hurt, we are emotionally and cognitively hobbled, and our relationships suffer. Forgiveness is a strong medicine for this. When life hits us hard, there is nothing as effective as forgiveness for healing deep wounds.

Links:

Website: http://www.officialdreadnur.com/

Welcome to Season 3, Series 2: Heal Thyself, Heal Thy Community

Spiritual abuse entails exerting power and control over a victim using religion as an excuse or explanation to abuse.

Join the Dope Muslim Woman Podcast team with the amazing, Latifa Ihsan Ali in an intimate discussion about healing from spiritual abuse!

“Hope is the catalyst and facilitator of strong mental and emotional health. Without it, our whole apparatus shuts down. If you don’t believe there’s a future after your heartbreak, that your life will improve in some way, that you’ll get better, you’ll die spiritually.”

For the first time in TDMWP history, we will speak with a mother and daughter about a story of hope. When our marriages breakdown, things can feel hopeless for the one experiencing it and their off springs. However, hope is always there to carry us through.

Being a Latina muslimah isn’t given the visibility that it deserves. Yeah, we’ve had a few articles written and some press once in a blue moon but nothing really that shows how normal and common it is to be Latina and muslim at the same time. Join Halleema Munoz for a candid conversation about the truth about being a Latina Muslim woman in America!

We all have different pathways to Islam but conversion to Islam among African-Americans is a significant feature of American Islamic life. Join Nina Blaylock, as she tackles a poignant discussion about her childhood trauma, abuse, and her journey to Islam.  Links: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Nina-One-Blaylock/dp/1517294312

After a traumatic event, we may feel stuck in neutral. We find it nearly impossible to move on and move forward with our lives. Getting one foot in front of the other is a lot easier said than done. After experiencing emotional trauma, a lot of us may dwell on that person, place, thing or situation. We often wonder if there was anything we could have done differently that would have led to a different result. We beat ourselves up over things that we may or may not have control over. Links: Website: https://www.tasleemjamila.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Wo1hz60NAtLfzk2p7VXiQ

Sexual abuse can happen to children of any race, socioeconomic group, religion or culture. There is no foolproof way to protect children from sexual abuse, but there are steps you can take to reduce this risk. Join Shariea Shoatz, founder of Buddy Speaks and Author of "My Voice is My Superpower," as she discusses a difficult but necessary topic of childhood sexual abuse.   Links: 1) Contact Shariea Shoatz directly to buy My Voice is MY Superpower.  *You may cashapp $buddyspeaks $17.99 for your copy of the book 2) Email: sharieashoatz@gmail.com 3) FB Shariea Shoatz 4) IG @shariea_shoatz

Slavery, racism, and White supremacy have had lasting negative effects on Black identity. The devaluation of African physical features, including hair, came as a result of being thrust into a cultural context where Blackness exists as the antithesis of beauty. Join Ziyadah Deen as she tackles a necessary conversation around beauty, black hair, and self-love.  Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hairbyziyadah/?hl=en Website: www.hairbyziyadah.com