Life Matters Academy in Bankstown, New South Wales | Community organisation

Life Matters Academy

Locality: Bankstown, New South Wales

Phone: +61 421 427 317

Address: 2/69 The Mall 2200 Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.lifemattersacademy.com.au

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25.01.2022 It’s finally here! The Khadijah online course details dropping tonight at 8:30pm in sha Allah! ... The one woman that I often think about whenever I’m going through challenges or successes; is our beloved mother Khadijah (ra). I believe with certainty that she is the epitome of what it means to live a full life and succeed in both worlds... Studying and learning almost every detail about her life through numerous sources was a dream of mine that took almost two years (as it wasn’t easy to find the right and authentic sources always); and the fruits of that was a course on her life (and our lives in contrast) that will never do her justice! Yet it’s essential for her daughters to know as she sets the highest of standards for women till the end of times... so to *really* know her and live our lives on the footsteps of her legacy is a must! Tune in tonight at 8:30pm for more information and registration details in sha Allah!

19.01.2022 There’s no travel these holidays and no travelling this year... until further notice... Many people are feeling stuck and some said they feel suffocated just thinking we can’t go anywhere... Travelling is really nice... but the BEST type of travel, honestly, is travelling within you!... Travelling back to yourself... Exploring who you are, where you’ve been so far in your life, assessing what you have done in your years and thinking about where you would like to go as person in terms of relationship with Allah, personality and character is a must destination... Yet it is a destination few travel to... In Elizabeth Gilbert’s book Eat, Pray, Love; I remember reading a powerful story about her time in India... she travelled there to disconnect from the world and to meditate for a few weeks... she said that she couldn’t do the mediation... it was so hard to manage her thoughts and sit the stillness, so she decided to just leave the place... it was too much and too confronting... she went to ask for permission from the main teacher to leave, and was worried, because they were meant to stay for the entire duration of their meditation retreat... he simply told her, OK, leave!... she was surprised that it was this easy... she thought he will talk her into staying... so she told him that’s it... I can just leave... to which he replied yeah you can just leave but there’s no where else to go...you’ll always feel lost until you return back to yourself... We can sometimes run away, escape, try to go places to feel better, etc but in reality; there’s no where else to go expect back to ourselves... You will always be with you wherever you go...so *getting comfortable with you* (your throughts, yourself, your life) is the most important task to do and place to go... In this pandemic; travel within peeps...I know many of you have been (some forced to, others by choice)... and take it easy on yourself on this beautiful journey of inner discovery

19.01.2022 Had a lovely client who was gifted the session by her bestfriend, who benefited from the session she had with me, and that friend also had the session gifted to her by her sister! Yes.. a cycle of love, support and kindness mashallah! What is also interesting is that these 3 ladies did not come to their sessions because they had problems to resolve (not that there’s anything wrong with seeking help for problems when they arise) but they wanted to *grow* more in the differe...nt areas they were already doing really well in mashallah I love that and truly wish more people sought guidance not just when something is wrong... It’s unfortunate that when when we think about seeking help we think that we need to have a problem that needs to be fixed... life doesn’t always work this way...it’s not in our deen atleast... personal improvement and constantly striving for good is a must on everyone... that was the sahabas approach... and every single one of us has the potential to be living at a much higher level in various areas in their life than they already are; no matter how high their level is... there’s always a step up... always room to improve until our last breath on earth... If you’ve been feeling like you need to speak to someone about your personal growth from an Islamic perspective, in need of powerful strategies to manage or require some guidance to help you re-align your priorities to serve you at a maximum level; would love to help you do that in sha Allah before 2020 is over... I have 7 more 1:1 sessions available only as I will be taking a leave from 10/12 till early February 2021 in sha Allah; so don’t miss out and contact us on +61 421 427 317 for more info and to book a session

19.01.2022 Forgiveness does not mean lack of accountability and lack of boundaries! Ideally, we need to forgive those who hurt us because it’s better *for us*... better for our mind, body, soul, heart... Allah (swt) says so in the Qur’an: And if you forgive; it’s closer to taqwa... (Al-Baqarah, 237)....Continue reading

18.01.2022 Where are we going?! They asked... The path will show as you go through it!, I replied... trying to be the wise old lady Often we want to see the destination in our life before we get there...but that’s not how things work... trust the One Who has put you on this journey... and Know with certainty that He will guide you as you go... you just need to continue on moving... the path will become clear as you cross it; not before... ... Be patient and enjoy the ride

18.01.2022 Exactly one year ago today; we invited the amazing Yasmin Mogahed to Life Matters for a personal Q&A session... which was a very beneficial Alhamdulilah for all who attended... One of the stories she shared, that I won’t forget, was when a sister asked her how her parents raised her and all her siblings to become practicing Muslims and effective members in the community? - as they are all mashallah as wonderful as Yasmin! And she replied that her parents were the typical... Egyptian parents; education was so important... they moved from Egypt to The States in the 1970s to continue their degrees (both her parents hold PhDs) and for their children’s future...... they prayed and fasted like most Muslim Households... and she said there was nothing so special or different about the way they were raised except that they were so careful to fall into Riba when they were living in the West... She said that my parents refused to purchase a house using bank loan like most of their friends did at the time, when houses were super cheap and people were settling... she said they often emphasised we want our money and everything to be fully halal for our KIDS... Allah’s guidance comes in different ways Ofcourse; but Halal income and avoiding Riba is one powerful way... Really miss our live LM events... These scenes look like something from another era... people sitting side by side lol Alhamdulilah... only good comes from Allah (swt)

18.01.2022 Registration for the Khadijah online 3-week course is now open here: https://www.trybooking.com/BLWUY ... If you’re looking to deepen your knowledge on the life of one of the best of women ever created, in need of inspiration and transformational content that will fulfil both your heart and mind; then this is the course for you... This Khadijah course will be about the life of the mother of believers; but it will be also about your life in light of her story as a standard and measure to re-align your focus with... Over the 3-week online course; we will cover: 1. Khadijah’s life in detail (before and after Islam) 2. Khadijah’s mindset and values 3. Divine connection and guidance 4. Her intellect, love for knowledge and goals 5. Detailed reflection on the numerous life challenges that she not only survived; but thrived with! 6. Her marriage to the prophet (s); the most beautiful, successful and blessed of marriages to ever exist with a focus on the prophet’s love for her and loyalty 7. How she established her harmonious home; focusing on her main roles as a wife, mother, leader, business woman and activist 8. Her strengths and character 9. Khadijah’s example in upholding justice, spreading Islam, supporting the early Muslims and advising for the truth 10. Khadijah’s return to her Creator and the special Jannah Home built for her And so much more in between.. all of the above will be discussed in light of the attendees reflection on their own life in the different areas they lead in.. Details: 3-week online course so you can attend from the comfort of your own home anywhere in the world Dates: Monday 26th October, Monday 2nd November and Monday 9th November (all three sessions will be from 10-11:30am) All classes will be LIVE (nothing is pre-recorded) so attendees don’t miss out on the interaction and connection with the facilitator and other attendees, also if you miss any class you will be sent the recording I will be opening up for Q&A after each class to take all attendees questions and reflections Investment $97 pp (includes the three LIVE sessions and workbooks) This is the course we all need in 2020... you’ll be looking forward to each week (like other attendees did in the past; many called the class their boost and the best they’ve ever done!)... So Don’t miss out on this unique course that will not only teach you about the life of one of the ultimate heroes in Islam; but will teach you so much about yourself as well and inspire to live your life to your fullest potential in sha Allah To register please go to https://www.trybooking.com/BLWUY

18.01.2022 10 suggestions to connect with our children... The deeper the connection > the less challenging and more effective the tarbiyah will be in sha Allah

15.01.2022 My assistant sent me this beautiful feedback from a brother (which is cool because we get lots of amazing feedback from sisters 99% of the time) who came to see me with his was wife last week for a marriage consultation... such results are so heartwarming... It actually saddens me to know that many married couples can struggle for years over things that can be easily resolved and overcome with the right tools and strategies... There’s no shame or wrong in seeking help in th...e areas we are struggling with; the shame and wrong should be felt when we choose to ignore the wrong or avoid it (which is never a good approach) If you’re struggling in your marriage; I would love to help you in the healing of your relationship in sha Allah contact my lovely assistant Mary on +61 421 427 317 and she will give you more details in sha Allah...

14.01.2022 Ever wonder how did our beautiful Prophet pbuh handle criticisms, negativity and insults so elegantly and perfectly? By having a clearly articulated and internalised mission and vision of his life's purpose as that of being a 'mercy to mankind', to each and every individual he encountered. (Ie. it's easy to be nice when someone is nice, but being nice when someone isn't, is where this was his opportunity to shine in his unconditional merciful thoughts, intentions, values and skill. Where to start? Dua. Ask Allah, Al-Fattah (The Opener), to take your current mercy and compassion to new heights in situations that challenge you, then record the guidance and insights you experience and make a simple plan for practicing them. ~ Aisha

14.01.2022 Went to the bookstore today to get The book of Athkar by Imam Nawawi, as I’m planning in sha Allah to start Halaqah again in the near future and cover this phenomenal book, which is about all aspects of the life of a Muslim... a must for everyone... young and old... it’s like a manual for life! My heart has been drawn to reading Ibn Al Qayyim’s works lately... so soothing and powerful... there’s something so unique about the depth and healing content of his writings, may Allah reward him and have mercy on his soul, that makes his works so relevant in the times we are living in... I haven’t read these ones yet (in pic), also purchased today... but they’re on the list in sha Allah

14.01.2022 Quality time for the family members on a daily and/or weekly basis is essential for the wellbeing of each individual in the family and *ideally* should look something like this: 1. Mother solo time 2. Father solo time 3. Husband and wife time together (without the kids)... 4. Parents and kids time (all the family) 5. Kids solo time (in separate areas without their siblings or parents) See more

13.01.2022 To the married woman who told me she doesn’t feel good enough for her husband... the one who thinks she’s fat, ugly and too dumb for him (and to all her sisters who may share some of these sadly common sentiments) Let me tell you something... and I truly wish you can take these words and put them inside of your heart and mind forever: You are enough. ...Continue reading

13.01.2022 Developing and safeguarding a child’s aqeedah in a secular society is *the most important* (& most challenging) role we have as parents, teachers and caregivers... We speak to our children about cleaning their rooms more than we speak to them about aqeedah and Tawhid! We invest money and effort sending them to sports, buying them brand clothes and gadgets to keep them entertained more than we invest in their Islamic education and Qur’an studies......Continue reading

12.01.2022 The best way to get ready for Ramadan in Sha’ban is to prepare your heart; as the heart is the soil for the seeds we plant in Ramadan... so they grow into Taqwa trees that benefit us throughout the remaining 11 months in the year... if the soil is not good; no seeds and no amount of care will matter... May Allah reward the amazing UMA Sisterhood for hosting the Ramadan Ready event today... without a premises and especially with Ramadan approaching; I feel like a refugee lol b...ut a privileged one because so many wonderful people in our community have reached out and offered their spaces Alhamdulilah... The sisters at UMA made me feel like I’m in my home today may Allah bless and reward them all in both worlds... And due to this in sha Allah; we will be running our regular LM Ramadan events but in different centers around Sydney in sha Allah... I’m going to be running our annual Ramadan Masterclasses (which run weekly on Mondays from 10-11:30am) and the qiams but in different spaces in sha Allah... My intention is to run the Ramadan events through different community organisations and mosques to reinforce the importance of working together for Allah’s sake... and to encourage others to do the same in sha Allah... unity and working together (with others who are trying to do what we are trying to do) is something I wholeheartedly believe in and we need as individuals and collectively put more effort in... for the sake of our hearts and hearts of our young people who are watching us... Stay tuned for our Ramadan planner for these events in sha Allah... may Allah accept from us all and grant us sound and big hearts to embrace all other hearts

11.01.2022 OK we can all imagine the possibilities with this suggestion (post in pic below)... A lot if not most of one’s issues can be traced back to childhood (not always)... but dysfunctional parenting can contribute to lifelong struggles for children as they become adults... But... Know that you are not responsible for the programming you recieved as a result in your childhood, but as an adult now, you are responsible for fixing it... to the best of your ability...... So imagine if *you* go to therapy before having kids, during having the kids and after! I’m a massive advocate for seeking help... because we cannot are own blind spot! And as one of my dear friends says there are two types of people, those who go to therapy and those who don’t think they need it, and they are often the ones who need it the most! Do the work if you want different results and you want to stop whatever vicious cycle that’s been taking place... Doing the work and refining the self is a life long project we should all endorse, support, be part of and be proud about #mentalhealthawareness #MentalHealthMonth

11.01.2022 Here is a website about practicing positive psychology in your lifestyle, check it out amazing content.... https://positivepsychology.com/ I discovered a number of scientific research based amazing educational programs based on this field which I'm overjoyed at towards offering in the community at end of the year when I'm finished my masters degree in this field.(Aisha)

09.01.2022 If you want to watch something so good this long weekend; watch this...4.5 million views in 5 days Excellent life lessons by one of my all time favourite authors Dr Brené Brown on the Red Table Talk https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/videos/1413137392209660/?vh=e&extid=0&d=n

09.01.2022 You’ll never have to chase after the rizq that’s written for you: this includes the people who love you, the work, the money, etc Hustling with pre-destined rizq is like hustling with the amount of rain that will fall it’s just going to take place in the amount written by Allah (swt) no matter what we think... Get busy in doing what’s right; and the results will *always* be good no matter the rizq type or amount!... It’s Friday alhamdulilah Increase your salutations on the prophet Allah and His angels send blessings on the Prophet: O ye that believe! Send ye blessings on him, and salute him with all respect.

09.01.2022 ... Today’s beauty... subhanallah ( * ) ~ : 90- 91... Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and the day are signs for those of understanding. Those who remember Allah (always, and in prayers) standing, sitting, and lying down on their sides, and think deeply about the creation of the heavens and the earth, (saying): Our Lord! You have not created (all) this without purpose, glory to You! (Exalted be You above all that they associate with You as partners). Give us salvation from the torment of the Fire ~ Al-imran, 90-91

09.01.2022 Assalamu Alaykum sisters! Join us tomorrow LIVE *Saturday September 26th @ 7pm* for a live discussion via Zoom* to discuss this SUPER IMPORTANT TOPIC: *The Importance of Developing Aqeedah in our Children*... Will be having a conversation about this topic with Sr Atika Latifi hosted by Sr Reem Allouche. Meeting details below: *Sisters Only *Topic*: The importance of Developing Aqeedah in our Children *Time: Sep 26, 2020 06:45 PM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney There will be time at the end to ask questions in sha Allah... Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94270416625 Meeting ID: 942 7041 6625 Passcode: 965798

08.01.2022 If *Qur’an time* is not on the to do list for the day; what a sad and empty day it will be... no matter what else is done!

08.01.2022 Tawakul is required always but most in transitional times; when we don’t see the other side and are too scared to go there... Tawakul is to take a step forward and maybe going empty handed; but to do so knowing that Allah will take you safely through... Tawakul is when you don’t necessarily see, but in your heart *you know* with certainty...and this knowing becomes the light you see by... the light that Allah (swt) puts in your heart from embracing the state of Tawakul... and this light will guide you through the darkness of uncertainty...

08.01.2022 A couple of weeks ago I made myself this badge The hustle life sometimes requires drastic measures Will not share further details lol but a mama is gotta do what a mama is gotta do for pockets of quiet in the day and peace of mind

07.01.2022 { } When shipping off a package with glass; the mail people put a sticker on it saying fragile, handle with care... The choice of words our beloved peace be upon him used to describe how men should treat women was in referring to them as vases that can be broken...so dealing with the maximum care and gentleness with them is *the only way*...... I don’t think many men understand this (the few that do; are actually the happiest) they think women are like them in nature... the same event that can break a woman can actually make a man stronger because men thrive on challenge... women are emotional beings with so many feelings that a man will never understand because he doesn’t have those layers and levels of emotions... these emotions are not a weakness; but rather a strength that compliments his nature and vice versa...this powerhouse of emotions allows a woman to give birth and care for life amongst other life essentials... So be gentle with your mother, daughter, your wife, your sister or any woman you come across in real life or online... amongst the top needs a women wants to feel is *safety*; if she doesn’t feel this way with you then you have not fulfilled your duty towards her...but if she feels you constantly break her in your words and actions; a part of her dies that changes her forever... Don’t return to Allah and you have in your book of deeds that you were the one who broke a woman, she may never mend... take responsibility for Allah’s sake, and your sake in this Dunia and akhirah... Repent....Make it right... because you don’t guarantee your next breath...

04.01.2022 Zainab Al- Ghazali (1917-2005)... A preacher, activist, teacher, leader and a pioneer who faced oppression and torture... sacrificing so much of her life for the revival of the Ummah... To give you an idea of her influence; it’s recorded that her weekly lectures in the 1960s held in Cairo, attracted audiences of 3-5 thousand people... these were massive numbers in such times where there was no social media or other media channels to help her reach people... ... I read her memoir, Return of The Pharaoh, when I was 16 years old and I remember reading that when she married her husband, she put in the marriage contract as a condition that he will not be an obstacle for her daw’ah work and if he was; their marriage contract is to be nullified... Apart from the torture stories of what she had to endure as a prisoner in Gamal Abdel Naser’s time; this was the one thing I remember vividly from the book as it really resonated with me and I sad this as a brave act my 16 year old brain couldn’t comprehend how she would be willing to let go of her husband for her daw’ah! Isn’t marriage and kids the ultimate happily ever after for a woman? I found myself asking... and she challenged that false belief in me from a young age and helped me reflect... Some may think of this as an extreme thing to request, but when you know who you are and what you want; you don’t compromise on your values and you unapologetically ask for what’s important to your purpose, contentment and fulfilment... May Allah have mercy on the soul of this legendary human

03.01.2022 Divorced? These *facts* are a reminder to show compassion for yourself: 1. Your divorce is not the end; but the beginning in sha Allah ... 2. The meaning you make about your divorce is entirely up to you 3. And the meaning you *choose* to make for what happened; will determine how you feel and live! (Because meaning = emotion!) 4. Don’t let your future pay for your past (you don’t deserve that!!) 5. Don’t settle and lower the bar when seeking marriage again; you know better now 6. Keep working on yourself (spiritually, mentally, physically) that’s where your energy and focus need to be; not on who will? And when will it happen..? you focus on what’s in your control and leave what’s not in your control to the One in Control of all! 7. Know that you’re whole and complete with or without a spouse, with or without kids, with or without money, with or without anything materialistic 8. Make du’a for healing from past experiences (and know that you are not defined by your past status) 9. Trust the process and timing of everything 10. Forgive yourself for decisions you made in the past 11. Don’t become hostage of your anger and release whoever wronged you from your heart space to taste freedom and to have more space for love! 12. Your ex- was and will always be one of your best life teachers (hold on to the lessons; but not the events >>> so you are better, stronger and wiser) 13. Love yourself enough first; because you’ll never find true love (from someone else / others) if you don’t love yourself 14. Marriage and finding the one is Rizq like anything else; it’s already written for you before you were even born! So don’t struggle unnecessarily with over thinking and worrying about what’s in ilm al Ghayb (the knowledge of the Unseen)... ask Allah (swt) for what and who you need! 15. Fill your heart with tawakul (reliance), reda (acceptance) and husn zann (thinking good thoughts) and you’ll be content and at peace!

02.01.2022 Honoured to be standing in the shadow of giants mashallah... Sisters who paved the way for all of us and continue to inspire us and lead... I love these pioneering women who have done so much for our community and Ummah... my teachers and mentors may Allah bless and protect them... Hajeh Maha Abdo , ustatha Maffaz and Ustatha Abla ... IWWA - Islamic Women's Welfare Association - Islamic Women's Welfare Association - 20 year anniversary celebration... congratulations and may Allah accept all the superb work you have done with sincerity