Naptime Is Sacred

Cyber Monday Caught between a rock and a hard place. It's hard to pass on good deals, but when do we draw the line at overconsumption. I read in an article from CBS News that "Cyber Monday 2018 hit $7.9 billion in sales across all retailers, making it the biggest online shopping day yet, according to an estimate from Adobe." You've got Target, Walmart trying to outperform Amazon this year so likely the number will be higher than 7.9 Billion.  No, don't get me wrong I love a good deal just like everyone else but at what expense to the environment and society. According to the economist, "China produces about 80% of the world's air-conditioners, 70% of its mobile phones, and 60% of its shoes. The white heat of China's ascent has forged supply chains that reach deep into South-East Asia. This "Factory Asia" now makes almost half the world's goods." Over the years, China has been oppressing the Uyghur people who are a minority. We've only recently learned of the atrocities that our brothers and sisters are facing

Hi guys, welcome back I hope you guys have had a great thanksgiving break whether you celebrate it or not. Ours was great; we had a burger night with the family at our house instead of doing turkey because well, we're not turkey ppl, and it turned out fun. Speaking of fun this December 2019, I'll be uploading a new episode every day. I hope to share some great stories of Muslim women and the work they do but also touch on some other topics and even share more about myself with you guys. Today's episode about the latter, I'll be sharing all about the jobs I've had over the years. Now y'all these are not fabulous jobs and careers. I'm talking about pocket change like a teenager and living money that OSAP (student loans didn't cover) I was blessed to live at home during college, but my job included my spending money. I would love to hear about all the jobs you guys have had over the years, shoot me an email at naptimeissacred@gmail.com or DM on Instagram. That's it for today's episode, come back tomorrow for an

We have come to the last episode of the Professional Muslim women series, in the previous episodes, we spoke with Deqa Gelle and HR professional and recruiter who shared her tips for finding a job. We also talked to Khadija Khatun from Muslim Women Connect, a networking organization based in London. Then in episode 58, we chatted with Sofia Haq, Founder of Muslim women Professionals in California.  They each discussed the purpose behind their organizations and how they help to empower and inspire young professionals in their community.  In this last episode, we spoke with Samira Hamana, Who is an HR professional in Canada, a life coach, a new author of the book "Challenging the bully'" she is also a mother of 3. This episode covers your rights during the interview and hiring process How to speak with your boss about your religious obligations during working hours. Samira's tips for a part of the workplace culture What rights do you have as an employee Whats a mothers rights when it comes to maternit

We are back with another episode of the Naptime Is Sacred Podcast. I hope you benefit from this episode, don't forget to subscribe in Apple Podcasts or Google Podcast and leave a review. Our guest Sofia Haq graduated from UCLA in 2015 Sofia founded Muslim Women Professionals, which is what we will be talking about today. Muslim Women Professionals is an organization that strives to elevate, empower, and mobilize a global network of Muslim women. And the organization itself strives to build resources from Muslim women to excel in their careers. Aside from MWP, Haq also works with at-risk youth at Pathway Travels where she provides experiential learning to help students excel academically. We discussed topics like building allies in the workplace. She explains about creating spaces for Muslim women to network and build strong relationships within the community overall and build connections and a sisterhood. MWP is all about networking and creating resources for Muslim Women to thrive in their workplaces. Many t

We have with us Khadijah Khatun director of communications for Muslim Woman Connect. Muslim Women Connect is a London based nonprofit organization, comprised of dedicated professionals who saw a need for these services and decided to deliver. The sole purpose is to aid the growth and development of our sisters. Khadijah talks to us about the services of MWC bringing together Muslim women from a broad range of careers and different walks of life in order to network, connect with and nurture the next generation of Muslim women.   Contact MWC Website  www.muslimwomenconnect.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/muslimwomenconnect/ Twitter @ muslimwomenc Instagram @muslimwomenconnect.  

Yasin is an award-winning Toronto-based photographer and visual storyteller who specializes in capturing evocative images of the living world. Raised in Regent Park (Toronto, Canada), Osman began to take photos to document his rapidly changing neighborhood. In 2015, Osman founded [ShootForPeace](http://yescene.com/shootforpeace), a photo mentorship program in Regent Park, blending his background in early childhood education and passions for youth empowerment and photography. The program has received sponsorship from CANON and media coverage from Upworthy, American Photo Mag and CNN. Osman uses photography to showcase stories of perseverance, resilience, and community. In 2017 he traveled to Somalia to collaborate with LoveArmy, a humanitarian organization founded by Jerome Jarre, Casey Neistat, Ben Stiller & Chaka. During Osman’s time in Somalia, he collaborated with world-renowned artist JR and Osman’s photos were pasted onto multiple water trucks all over the country. Additionally, he has worked with UN

Fuad Saif is a Cyber Security Consultant by day and by night an aspiring writer looking to illustrate his life stories and experiences through writing and film. Having grown up in Egypt, Kenya, and the US, his travels have helped shaped his outlook on life and encouraged him to put his observant nature into action. Dealing with life’s many struggles can be quite hectic, and when he’s not at work halting cyber threats, he is building his craft and uses writing as a much needed therapeutic outlet. It’s provided him with a newfound hobby that can inspire others to rekindle the love for literature and the worlds original form of entertainment in today’s ultra-tech word. His pen name is Homegrown Immigrant and his pieces currently attract tens of thousands of visitors monthly. FUAD SAIF Full Part 1 https://medium.com/@homegrownimmigrant/surviving-the-cycle-part-1-pilot-758a193a37f9 https://medium.com/@homegrownimmigrant SNABPI https://www.facebook.com/snabpi/ https://www.instagram.com/snabpi/?hl=en https://twit

Multi-faceted and on a mission, Journalist, Fashion Designer and Writer, Eman Idil Bare, aims to change the world through fashion. Her brand, Eman Idil, debuted at the New York Fashion Week. Eman Idil is an ethical fashion brand, that brings together storytelling and ethical fashion. Each piece is handmade by women from all over the world and comes with their story. In three years, the young brand has worked with women in Nepal, Bangladesh, Somalia, Morocco, Malaysia, New York and throughout Canada. Eman Idil believes that people can change the world through fashion. You just need to try. Eman currently juggles fashion, journalism (Vogue) and law school, Eman Bare seeks to break a 'concrete ceiling'. Eman shared how she became a multifaceted woman from humble beginnings in Saskatchewan, Canada to Journalism, showing in New York fashion week and Law school and let's not forget her Public relations business. One thing that really stood out for me during are speech that cleared up how she can be so successful i

In this session Sh. Kariye spoke about the need for us to use our blessing and leave a legacy in your community.   Sh. Abdirahman Kariye was born in Somalia & came to Seattle, WA at a very young age. Growing up he was never exposed to active community organizations that catered to youth with an emphasis on East African youth; a luxury he didn't grow up with but continues to ensure it blossoms for the generations to come. Abdirahman Kariye began studying the sacred sciences of Islam after his high school graduation when he traveled to Egypt, for the next 3 1/2 years he went on to study the Islamic sciences which include Arabic, Tafsir, Hadith, Aqidah, and Fiqh. He graduated with an Arabic Diploma from Al-Kalima Institute and earned an Islamic diploma in Sharia from Al-Furqaan. Having studied under senior ulama from Egypt and Somalia and receiving ijazah from them, he went on to teach at various Islamic centers in the Seattle surrounding area. Abdirahman is a significant mentor to the youth and community at

< A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the Somali North American Business and Professionals National Conference. The purpose of the conference is to bring together a variety of industry experts from the Somali Diaspora to share their experiences and tell their stories. About SNABPI and the event SNABPI (Somali North American Business and Professionals Inc) is a member of SomaliPN (SPN), a worldwide professional platform with branches in Australia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Eastern Africa, Europe, and North America with branches in Australia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, East Africa, Europe and North America. The SNABPI National Conference is the #1 Leading Entrepreneurship & Innovation Conference within the Somali Diaspora. SNABPI brings industry experts in the Somali Diaspora including entrepreneurs, investors, consultants, ecosystem supporters, bankers, and up-and-coming startups to share their experiences and expertise in developing the entrepreneurship ecosystem in our Somali Diaspora Co

Today we have a very interesting and eye-opening episode with Deqa Gelle.  Gelle is the founder and owner of One Stone HR and has 10 years of professional experience working in the Recruitment and HR industry and has worked for corporations in London UK, Toronto, and Hong Kong. In this episode, Deqa shares with us very important ideas and tips on job seeking and business startup. Deqa specializes in the hiring process and by connecting all the missing dots in the résumé and most importantly, giving training that will help each person find the missing link in their interviewing skills so that they get the job offer of their dreams and giving them an edge in the already overcrowded labor market. Show notes and Transcription http://naptimeissacred.com/   Deqa Gelle Website: www.OneStoneHR.com  https://www.deqagelle.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deqa-gelle

Eid Memories Past and Present Multiple guests discuss the importance of Eid and creating memories. Guests Diverse Author Rahma Roodah https://www.instagram.com/rahmarodaah/ The host of the Book Nomad Podcast Amina https://apple.co/2xfQMqA https://www.instagram.com/booknomadpodcast/ Muslim Digital Marketer Kulsum https://www.instagram.com/beingmuslimwoman/ The host of The Rogue Muslim Podcast Samiyyah https://apple.co/2ZKU2q3 https://www.instagram.com/p/BZbnrCjDtQk/ Omar Usman https://www.ibnabeeomar.com/        

In this interesting episode we have with us Ustadha Fatima Lette. Fatima  is a graduate from Kennesaw State University with a BA in Psychology. Fatima talks in depth about the importance of the last 10 nights of Ramadan and how to prepare and get to that stage easier. She touches on the importance of making Duas for ourselves as well as for others and shares some warm Duas. She also talks to us about her experience at Qalam Insititute and how it makes her a better person. She is currently an Alimiyah student at the Qalam Seminary. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Fatima has been involved with the community organizing and executing a plethora of youth programs in her hometown. Currently Fatima serves as a Teacher assistant as well as a Student coordinator for Qalam Institute. She also serves as the Youth Director at East Plano Islamic Center . She hopes to combine her Alimiyah studies with her studies in Psychology to provide educational, spiritual, and personal growth for the youth in the community. In this e

Ramadan Mubarak everyone, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ustadha Aatifa Shareef from Qalam Insitute, Ustadha Aatifa just finished her Masters in clinical psychology from the University of Dallas as well as an Alimiyah student at the Qalam Seminary. Born and raised in Columbus, OH, she graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Religious Studies. She is working to combine her two fields of study by understanding psychology in an Islamic context and providing counseling for the Muslim community in America. She currently works as Director of Admissions and Student Affairs at the Qalam Seminary as well as an instructor and Executive Assistant for the Qalam Institute. You may reach her at aatifa@qalaminstitute.org. It was so great to speak with Ustadha Aatifa, she shared some great tips and advice for Muslims who can’t face during Ramadan or miss some fasts. The framework for this episode was based on the hadith of Aisha Radi-Allahu anha  Narrated Al-Qasim`Aisha said, "We se

Ramadan Mubarak Joining us today is Zakiya Master. Zakiya was a bio major interested in experiments before she became a spice enthusiast, recipe developer, food stylist and lover of all things food. Zakiya uses her bio chemistry knowledge to combine her East meets West fusions, where mixing her Pakistani heritage with her birth and upbringing in the States gives a fusion of what would normally not be paired.  She talks to us about what led her to a food specialist, shares prepping tips for food during Ramadan , touches on her food recipes and gives mom tips and lets moms know that Some of the topics we discussed in this episode ●      Ramadan and food ●      Keeping Ramadan food nutritious, healthy, simple but also tasty ●      Free your time by prepping and freezing foods, making meals ahead of time ●      Nutritious foods to keep you going through Ramadan ●      Planning tips for Ramadan ●      How did Zakiya turn to cooking and recipes ●      Using the knowledge of science with food ●      Combin

Today we talk with Afra. Afra is a Blogger, a Birth Postpartum Doula and soon to be Breastfeeding Educator. She has 3 children 5 and under and is based in California. She loves everything birth, breastfeeding and baby wearing and is a huge advocate for supporting women (especially mothers) and making sure they are supported through their journeys. Whether it’s advice on preparation for baby during pregnancy, to postpartum issues, or just general mental health advice, Afra loves to be there. She is soon launching her Virtual Doula Services and Educational Workshops so do look out for that.   Afra talks to us about how Doulas can support women through birth stages and why she became a Doula. She touches on important things needed for consideration during birth stages and gives very helpful tips for women who want to become a Doula and also start blogging.   In this episode   ●      How Afra got in to blogging ●      How and why Afra’s blog helps and inspires he followers ●      Afra’s tips for those wanting

Joining us today from Houston, Texas is Sabah Chaudhry co-founder of the organization Moms Matter. A support group that caters moms and helps them in various aspects of motherhood. Sabah grew up in northern New Jersey and got her BS in Engineering from Rutgers University has. She has been an educator and a stay at home mom and talks to us in detail of the support Moms Matter offers and touches on various daily issues moms can have and how to get through them with support groups like MomsMatter. In this episode.   Finding the way to talk about deep things that are considered taboo. Women’s reactions and feedback to groups like Moms Matter Moms Matter groups growth and help towards community Moms Matter activities Tips on starting a group like Moms Matter or Motherly. How to start and Help yourself be a great mom by taking time, selfcare and overcoming the guilt of  feeling like your not doing enough as a mom Going from momlife to working mom life Untie yourself and also do things you like and love   Contact

In today's episode we are glad to talk with Sudduf Wyne. Sudduf has an MBA and is now a successful business coach and brand strategist. Sudduf I helps Muslim mom entrepreneurs achieve financial independence so that they can lead a happy and fulfilling life, while pleasing God, raising good children and helping community. She talks to us about her journey from a store owner to what she is now and shares tips on marketing, learning strategies and how to move forward towards our goals.   How Sudduf shifted from a store owner to a business strategist and coach How Sudduf inspires and motivates Muslim women succeed in their businesses Move forward by knowing your strengths and what you are good at The power of networking Sudduf’s Ramadan Market Women’s mindset and thinking from a financial perspective and investing in themselves and in their business to support their family and community. The importance of learning from people who already know. Sudduf’s go to people for advice Creating email lists for marketing c

Our guest today is Ayan Hassan. Ayan has a professional background in finance but is also a certified Holistic health and wellness coach who is passionate about helping women focus on their health and well being. Ayan talks to us about how she naturally reversed her hypothyroidism and touches on important aspects on health and wellness giving us eye opening information. Ayan’s passion and enthusiasm to help others started about 8 years ago when she was able to naturally reverse and cure her hypothyroidism. After years of medication, she was able to do that by simply changing her diet and lifestyle.   In this episode   ●      Important things someone can learn when diving in to research on health and wellness ●      Ayan answers to food/diet myths ●      The importance of mindset and mental state on health and wellness ●      Exercise and stress relief ●      Ayan’s Stress Buster techniques ●      Guided breathing meditation benefits ●      Ayan’s advice and tips for a healthier holistic lifestyle           ● 

Coach Ola is a ACE certified personal trainer and fitness specialist. Ola shares with how she went through hard times and got through mental health problems while trying to fit in to the community starting when she moved from Syria to the US. She explains how she overcame those issues and shares valuable tips on self help, exercise and talks to us about her  fitness program that helps bring purpose to life. She also touches on her Ramadan Challenge.   Coach Ola is graduated from George Mason University with B.S in Biology and Health Promotion minor. She is a host of her podcast show Purposeful Fitness with Coach Ola. She started BeFit4Akhirah as an initiative in 2014 and officially launched her first ever program in 2018 with Ramadan Prep package. She is passionate about bridging the gap between faith and fitness from an Islamic perspective, and she is looking to bring more awareness on how we can be fit for akhirah through fitness and living a healthy lifestyle with a purpose! Her favorite hobbies and workou