The Barakah Effect

In this discussion, Asrif Yusoff, an accomplished author and oil and gas professional, shares his insights on balancing the demanding roles of work, parenting, and part-time study. He provides practical strategies for managing time effectively and emphasizes prioritizing progress over perfection. Asrif recounts personal challenges, including academic pressures and the emotional toll of juggling multiple responsibilities. He advocates for a growth mindset, fostering curiosity, and embracing failure as stepping stones to success.

News headlines both locally and worldwide - are constantly headlines of corruption, money laundering, bribes. From world leaders, management teams, all the way down to the working level staff in a company, corruption has become more rampant and widespread, and it’s easy to see why the topic of integrity has recently been given so much emphasis and taking up much more of a spotlight in the corporate world and mainstream media But what IS integrity? People always talk about “what you do when nobody is watching” - but is there more to it? Is integrity merely about “not taking bribes”? Or is there something deeper? In this episode, the team at The Barakah Effect podcast have a conversation about one of the most important characteristic of our lives, where we discuss: ✅ Why discuss this subject? What is the impact of corruption, bribery? What are some personal stories and experience you can relate to why you feel we should talk about this? ✅ Definitions: what IS integrity - from the contemporary perspective, and how do we contrast that to the way Islam views integrity, from the lens of faith and iman? ✅ Importance of integrity, multiple aspects of integrity (which are often neglected) ✅ How: Practical strategies for combating corruption and reinforcing integrity May Allah make all of us to be people of integrity!

Dive into the fascinating world of emotional intelligence as it intersects with Islamic teachings. Discover how self-awareness and leadership can foster personal growth. Explore the contrast between divine morality and subjective values, and the impact of modern challenges on youth. The importance of sacrifice and resilience is highlighted through inspiring narratives from Islamic history. Learn about the role of parents in nurturing emotional intelligence in children and the significance of community support for personal development.

Since October 2023, the world has witnessed the horrors of the gen0cide and mass murders taking place in Pale$tine, specifically in G@za. As we speak, isr@el has killed more than 37,000 civilians - mostly women and children - in addition to over 80,000 severely injured. In an unprecedented act of violence, isr@el has dropped over 70,000 tons of bombs on the strip, exceeding World War 2 bombings in Dresden, Hamburg and London combined. Despite gaining notorious attention from all over the world, with international communities negatively labelling isr@el’s actions as ethnic cleansing & gen0cide, and multiple peaceful attempts at a ceasefire, there seems to be no end in sight for the atrocities being committed against the people of Pale$tine, including civilians in the West B@nk, which is particularly painful for us Muslims, as we witness the crimes perpetrated on the holy ground of Al-Aqsa. With these horrific acts, many around the world are forced to watch in horror. Some questioning God, wondering “where is the Help of Allah”? Why is He allowing these to take place? Why aren’t the nations stepping up to stop this violence? And after 8 months of non-stop horror, some have lost hope, or even start to feel jaded as if they can no longer be bothered. In this episode of the Barakah Effect, join us as we discuss: What should we do, as Muslims? What is our attitude in facing this situation, as we helplessly watch our brothers and sisters being massacred in these holy lands? What role do we have to play, and how do we understand this in the right perspective to see it from the Wisdom of Allah?

Pernahkah anda terfikir: Bagaimana caranya menjadi sahabat sejati Al-Quran? Apa yang bezakan seseorang yang hanya membaca Al-Quran dengan yang benar-benar menghidupkannya dan hidup bersamanya setiap hari? Pada episod kali ini, kita bersama Ustaz Syazani Jemy yang akan berkongsi tentang perjalanan luar biasanya. 1. Mengenali Ustaz Syazani - Ketahui bagaimana beliau memulakan perjalanan sebagai seorang hafiz yang luar biasa. Segmen ini sangat berguna untuk ibu bapa yang ingin anak-anak mereka mendalami hafalan Al-Quran. 2. Memahami dan Menghayati Al-Quran - Perbincangan yang lebih mendalam di mana kami akan meneroka ilmu qiraat dan harf yang jarang diketahui orang ramai 3. Tips Praktikal untuk Dekat dengan Al-Quran - Ustaz Syazani akan memberikan langkah-langkah mudah yang boleh kita ambil untuk menjadikan Al-Quran sebahagian daripada hidup kita. Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk mendengar episod penuh ilmu dan inspirasi ini. Semoga apa yang kami kongsikan memberi manfaat kepada anda. Barakallahu fikum, dan selamat mendengar!

Discussing post-Ramadan challenges: maintaining momentum and avoiding distractions. Strategies for sustaining faith include self-awareness, beneficial triggers, and community support. Emphasizing the importance of seeking steadfastness through prayer and seeking signs of accepted deeds post-Ramadan

For our final episode in our series on Treasures from Quran this Ramadan, join us as we hear brother Syahmi share his reflections from Surah Ad-Duha: How Allah comforts the Prophet ﷺ in his times of sadness, reassuring him that He has not neglected him. Join us at TBE as we finish off these final, most blessed nights of Ramadan, and find assurance and confidence in our hearts through the words of our Lord, just as how it did to our Prophet ﷺ. See you there! BarakAllahu fikum

An old man once asked the Prophet ﷺ to teach him to recite the Quran. Encountering initial difficulty in reciting, the old man requested the Prophet ﷺ to teach him a comprehensive surah, to which the Prophet ﷺ then taught him surah Al-Zalzalah. What amazing virtues Surah Al-Zalzalah contain; a short yet comprehensive surah. It was reported Abu Bakar r.a cried upon hearing these verses when it was revealed. A Surah that addresses important events after each blowing of the trumpet on Judgement Day. It also contains two particular verses deemed by Ibn Mas'ud r.a as the most comprehensive and concise ayat in the Quran. Want to explore more? Join us as we share our brief reflection of this beautiful surah. BarakAllahu fikum

Join Aziz, an expert in Quranic studies, as he unravels the secrets of Surah Al-Kawthar in this podcast. Discover the profound meanings behind the Surah, the description of Al-Kawthar in Paradise, the connection to the Day of Judgement, and the select few who will drink from the pool. A journey filled with spiritual gems awaits!

Islamic scholar Faisal delves into the ethics of successful communities through Surah Al-Hujurat, highlighting social psychology, conflict resolution, diversity, and inclusion. He emphasizes the importance of following ethical codes, navigating hypocrisy, leadership lessons, effective communication, seeking forgiveness, verifying sources, and adhering to Sharia for collective success.