Reclaim Your Heart | Book Review

Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening,

Hope your day is going exceptionally well. 

So as I stated in a recent post, I got Yasmin Mogahed's book 'Reclaim Your Heart' and oh my days...it is incredible! I literally limited myself to the number of pages I could read a day because I didn't want to finish it too quickly! Every chapter, page and paragraph got to me; some parts making me both emotional and hopeful.

This book is Yasmin's perspective on her struggles in life - with a spiritual (religious) approach. It explains why and how we should react to issues like loss, sadness and even things that aren't as bad as that! The book opens with a number of comments from readers, thanking Mogahed for her continuous wisdom and way of interpreting what happens in this life. She expresses herself and sends her message to readers in such a graceful way - with beautiful metaphors being used as well as using nature as a way to symbolise human beings and our behaviours. 

I would highly recommend anyone with struggles (let's face it - we all have our issues) read it. It'd also be an excellent read for anyone wanting to convert/revert to Islam; as it shows some true dedication to Islam, no matter what troubles one may will face. 

If you have read this brilliant book, or plan to, let me know what you think! 

P.S. I have a video up with me talking about the book too! 

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Do Something You Love

"I want to release the words that flow so easily - like the River Nile - without the fear of being deducted - like the victim of a crime, who is pitied. I want my words to erupt like a volcano, having an eloquent impact."

I'm not sure if I've mentioned this before but I have a love/hate relationship with my poetry and writing. I love it! However I don't feel like I'm very good at it. Despite this, I'm trying to do it regardless!

Therefore, I want to suggest that you do what you love, even if you don't feel too good at it! Practice, practice and practice. You don't need to perfect everything you do.

Tip of the day: Do something you love (providing it's not self-destructive!) - even if you've been put down for it before.

Hana :) x