FamilyConnections Podcast

Racism is like an invisible gas that we all breathe. Whether we benefit from it or internalize messages that harm us, racism shapes our thinking and actions, often unconsciously, even if we don’t want it to. The...

Many of us have been struggling with too much togetherness in our families during the lockdown. The stress of changes around us, the anxiety of the unknown and the fact that everyone is struggling are making it more...

In this short presentation, we outline three simple and practical ways to manage family relationships during the lockdown To access lots of free resources on relationships and personal growth, please sign up for...

As parents we are busy taking care of our families and can sometimes feel that we are running on empty. When we feel like we are running on empty, it can impact the emotional climate of the home and that is a big...

We all know the saying “First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage.” But what happens after that? The transition from “married” to “married with children” can be tough. Suddenly...

In this episode we discuss Self-Compassion, What it is and why it matters. We also discuss the common misconceptions about self compassion, we explore the difference between guiding with compassion and guiding with...

In this episode, we covered the following points: Introduction – the Islamic foundation What is attachment – difference between bonding and attachment Why is it important – the lifelong effects of attachment on the...

What are the differences between Religion and Spirituality? While many parents focus on teaching children the basics of religious practice, it is important to also focus on fostering a spiritual outlook to life. There...

How to raise an emotionally intelligent child.  What it means to be emotionally literate, why we need to focus on this and how parents can nurture emotional intelligence in their children To join our free Facebook...

A recording of a live session at a milad for a wedding. Please excuse the sounds of the toddler who really wanted to be heard :) In this session we cover a necessary ingredient for a Muslim home - that of sukun or...

What is the new reality for parents and how does this impact family wellbeing and happiness? Parents today are trying harder than ever to be good parents and create a family culture that is peaceful and happy. And...