The start of the new year usually triggers a lot of reflection across the board. Whether you intend to or not, businesses, celebrities, and even your friends are posting end-of-year recaps and New Year resolutions all over social media - and at some point, you will likely find your thoughts in the same space.

The tragic death of Sahra Bulle hit many of us hard. At Sakeenah we know these situations all too well, and we want to help. If you find yourself in a situation where you recognize a friend is experiencing abuse, remember that there are ways to offer support while prioritizing everyone’s safety.

Religion and spirituality have a huge impact on our physical, emotional and mental state. From the movements of how we pray to the teachings of the Quran—everything in Islam is designed to promote inner peace and tranquility for the Believer.

It’s hard to talk to your children about death, it’s hard to talk about it as an adult. We’ve put together a small fact sheet on how to talk to children based on their age.

Changes in our mental health can affect how we think, feel and act in our daily lives. When our mental health isn’t taken into account, often our abilities to make decisions, build relationships and exist in the world we live in can be impacted.