9 episodes
The Muslim Mental Health Podcast Project Taqwa
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- Health & Fitness
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5.0 • 4 Ratings
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Mental health is an idea often shunned by Muslims, with many brushing it off as a sign of weak faith. The Muslim Mental Health Podcast by Project Taqwa aims to tackle topics that we are often afraid to discuss in our communities, such as therapy, mental illnesses, substance abuse, and many more.
Join Imaan Ahmed, LPC, Qasim Qavi, Aleena Qazi, and expert guest speakers every month for conversations about all things Muslim mental health!
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Website: https://projecttaqwa.org
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Ep 9 | Post-Ramadan Blues
In today's episode Sumaiyah, Hiba, Aleena, & Qasim will discuss some struggles when facing post Ramadan blues. Join us as we explore ways we can strive for steadfastness in faith, remain present & intentional, and how we can rely on one another as a community.
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Ep 8 | Processing the Genocide in Gaza
In today's episode Imaan, Mayce, & Qasim will discuss the ongoing genocide in Gaza and the toll that has been taken on the community. Join us as we discuss ways to process, reflect, & continue to advocate for our brothers and sisters in Palestine.
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Ep 7 | Exploring the Mental Health Impacts of Social Media
Aleena, Qasim, & Imaan are back to discuss the world of social media & its impacts on our mental health. They will touch on the positives & negatives social media can present, as well as how we can build boundaries and maintain a balance. The episode closes off with some ways we can use social media as a healthy & beneficial tool in our daily lives!
(1:27) - Discussing the Positives & Negatives of Social Media
(16:42) - Building Boundaries & Balance
(31:10) - Utilizing Social Media as a Healthy Tool
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Ep 6 | What Makes Therapy Healing? with Dr. Shoaib Memon
Aleena & Qasim return for Episode 6 and are joined by Dr. Shoaib Memon! Dr. Shoaib Memon is a board-certified psychiatrist & psychotherapist serving patients for more than 14 years throughout Illinois from his practice located in downtown Chicago. Throughout the episode they will define psychotherapy, discuss the different aspects that make therapy healing, & touch on some milestones and developments individuals can experience as they progress through therapy!
(0:57) - Dr. Shoaib Memon Introduction
(5:58) - How Can We Define Psychotherapy?
(8:51) - What Mechanisms & Principles Underlie Psychotherapy?
(13:52) - Advice for Individuals Seeking Psychotherapy
(18:17) - Navigating Medication & Therapy
(25:14) - Addressing Symptoms & Moving Towards Long-Term Change
(31:51) - What to Expect When First Starting Psychotherapy
(38:03) - Personal Milestones & Developments
(42:40) - Dr. Shoaib’s Takeaway
(45:07) - Teasing our Upcoming Episode with Dr. Shoaib: Group Therapy
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Ep 5 | Implementing Mental Health Programming on Campus with Spartan Shifa
Aleena & Qasim are back for Episode 5 & joined by our first ever guest Salman Pervez, founder of Spartan Shifa at Michigan State University! Aleena, Qasim, & Salman will share their unique experiences starting mental health programming at UIUC & MSU. Throughout the episode they will touch on the dynamic with the MSA & community, formulating an event structure, as well as facing vulnerable moments as a facilitator, among much more.
(1:15) - Salman Pervez & Spartan Shifa Background
(3:20) - Aleena & Qasim First Introduction to Project Taqwa
(5:38) - Catering Spartan Shifa to the MSA Community
(11:07) - Facing Pushback from Community Members
(13:50) - Balancing Topics & Structure
(18:20) - Amplifying the Resources at Our Disposal & Thinking Long Term
(26:30) - Initial Event Ideas & Getting Started
(29:55) - Facing Vulnerable Moments as a Facilitator & It’s OK to Say You Don’t Know!
(35:50) - What If I Don’t Have a Vast Amount of Resources?
(38:26) - Utilizing the Context of the School Year & Your Community (Ramadan, etc.)
(42:20) - Reach Out to Project Taqwa & Spartan Shifa!
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Ep 4 | A Lens Into Therapy
Aleena, Qasim, and Imaan return to give you a glimpse into the world of therapy. Join the conversation as they discuss the client-therapist relationship, the various boundaries that shape the therapeutic journey, and tackle some myths and stereotypes surrounding therapy. This episode will also address our first-ever Listener Q&A!
(0:40) - Episode Begins
(1:23) - Initial Perspective from Imaan
(2:39) - How is Therapy Different from Talking to a Family Member or Friend?
(4:43) - Boundaries Between Client & Therapist
(6:10) - What if it’s Hard to Open Up to My Therapist?
(10:30) - What if I Lack a Connection with My Therapist?
(16:50) - Debunking Common Stereotypes about Therapy
(17:02) - “Do Therapists Solve All of My Problems?”
(19:35) - “Is Therapy Just Lying on the Couch & Venting?”
(24:24) - “You’re too Dependent on Your Therapist”
(26:57) - “If You Go to Therapy You Will Receive Medication”
(30:03) - Key Takeaways
(31:07) - Listener Q&A
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Connect with Us!
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/projecttaqwa
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/project.taqwa/?hl=en
Website: https://projecttaqwa.org/
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