We Rise with Aaliyah

In this heartfelt conversation, Mahmooda shares her profound journey of love, loss, and resilience after becoming a widow at a young age. She reflects on the deep bond she shared with her husband, the challenges of navigating life as a single mother, and the enduring nature of love that continues to guide her. 🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership dedicated to the education and empowerment of Muslim women: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood 🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective💫Want to go deeper? Get one-to-one coaching support www.we-rise.co.uk/coachingAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

In this episode, I talk with Nadia the Spiritual Psychologist, about the often-hidden struggles of being a daughter-in-law in South Asian families. We unpack the pressure of in-law dynamics, the weight of family expectations on women, and what it feels like to never fully belong in your own home. Nadia shares how blending spirituality and psychology can help women set boundaries, heal family patterns, and reclaim their joy.Follow Nadia on Instagram: @spiritual.psychologist Join her online Community for Daughter-in-laws: https://spiritualpsychologist.co.uk/we-married-the-familyYou can also catch her podcast, ‘We Married the Family’ on her Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiritual.psychologistABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah - in this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership dedicated to the education and empowerment of Muslim women: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood (Founding Member intro offer still available!) 🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide💫Want to go deeper? Get one-to-one coaching support www.we-rise.co.uk/coachingAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

I’ve been wanting to do this episode for ages and I’ve finally gotten around to it!! I actually had 10 myths about feminism that I wanted to debunk, but I only got through 5…so looks like there will be a Part 2 at some point!This podcast episode covers Five Top Myths about Feminism (especially for Muslim women):1. Feminism is contrary to Islamic principles2. Feminism is a Western invention and colonial imposition3. There is only one type of feminism: white liberal feminism4. Muslim women don’t need feminism because Islam gives women all their rights5. Feminism means women wanting to dominate menHappy listening, and please do like, share, and subscribe. It really helps get the message of empowerment out there to as many Muslim women as possible. You never know who you are helping!Love you ok bye ABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back. AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood (Founding Member intro offer still available!)🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguideAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

In this powerful and nourishing conversation, I sit down with Hannah to talk all things women’s health, with a deep focus on womb healing and the impact of societal conditioning on how we care for ourselves - or don’t. Hannah opens up about her journey as a womb healer, a Muslim revert, and why reconnecting with the womb is such a vital part of our overall wellbeing.We speak about the ways women are taught to neglect themselves in the name of duty, and how that impacts our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We dive into the importance of collective care (versus self-care), the beauty of women’s circles, and the gentle power of Mizan therapy. This conversation is an invitation to return to your body, your rhythm, and your sacred feminine centre — with the support of the Sisterhood.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation01:45 Hannah's Work and Impact on Women's Health06:02 The Importance of Womb Health and Connection09:47 Self-Care Challenges for Women13:56 Collective Care vs. Individualism in Wellbeing17:55 The Power of Women's Circles and Community22:02 Mizan Therapy and Its BenefitsABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back. AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/rising-sisterhood-membership (Founding Member intro offer still available for one more week till 1st June 2025)🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguideAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/And follow my channel for more inspiring and educational content https://www.youtube.com/@werisewithaaliyah

In this episode of WeRise with Aaliyah, I’m joined by Dr. Shehnaz Haqqani — professor of religion and Islamic feminist scholar — for a no-holds-barred conversation on faith, feminism, and fighting the patriarchy within Islamic spaces.We unpack:- How patriarchal interpretations of Islam have silenced women- Why so many Muslim women feel betrayed by their faith education- The role of intuition in Islamic spirituality- The concept of jihad as a personal journey to truth- How to reclaim your voice, your faith, and your power as a Muslim womanThis episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever asked: “Is this really what God wants for me?”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Islamic Feminism and Empowerment02:22 The Role of Knowledge in Discontent04:43 Experiential Authority and Feminist Scholarship07:12 Personal Journey to Islamic Feminism10:02 Redefining Piety and Personal Identity12:55 The Spectrum of Islam and Inclusivity22:39 Engaging with Diverse Perspectives25:02 The Role of Social Media in Challenging Norms26:55 Exploring the Concept of Patriarchy28:54 Navigating Women's Rights in Islam31:25 Finding Safe Spaces for Discussion33:50 Trusting Intuition in Spiritual Journeys37:16 The Meaning of Jihad in Modern Contexts39:45 The Intersection of Intuition and KnowledgeABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back. AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/rising-sisterhood-membership (Founding Member intro offer still available for one more week till 1st June 2025)🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguideAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/And follow my channel on YouTube for more videos and educational content: https://www.youtube.com/@werisewithaaliyah

In this conversation, I talk to bestie Kausar Mukhtar to explore the themes of empowerment, expression, and the journey of self-discovery for Muslim women. We discuss the importance of creating a safe space for women to express their feelings and experiences, particularly in relation to patriarchal narratives. Kausar shares her insights on the role of storytelling in understanding oneself and the world, and reflects on the significance of personal relationships with God. This conversation only emphasises the need for deeper discussions about women's experiences and challenges within our communities - unapologetically!Key Takeaways (according to AI!):Rising Sisterhood aims to empower Muslim women through expression.Women often feel silenced by patriarchal narratives.The journey of self-discovery is crucial for personal growth.Expression changes with age and life experiences.Storytelling is essential for understanding ourselves and others.Women need safe spaces to share their feelings without judgment.The relationship with God evolves over time and life stages.Empowerment involves challenging societal expectations and norms.Personal relationships with God are vital for spiritual fulfillment.Women should embrace their beauty and creativity as part of their identity.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rising Sisterhood04:26 What Makes Us Rise?11:07 The Journey of Expression18:02 The Role of Storytelling in Understanding24:44 The Importance of Female Expression30:32 Understanding Faith and Personal Growth