The Illuminated Heart Podcast
Asalaamu alaykum Beautiful Soul! My name is Ahlam Riyashy. I am a certified Spiritual Life Coach empowering Muslim empaths to break free from codependency so they can build a healthier and happier sense of self. If you are a soul that is seeking to find holistic healing and becoming a better version of yourself, this is the podcast for you. We will be exploring topics on mental health combined with Islamic spirituality as well as incorporating tips on self-love, healing, empowerment, positive mindset and more. I’d love to stay connected with you on my Instagram page: @CoachingwithAhlam Visit my website for details on my one to one coaching programme. www.ahlamriyashy.co.uk New episodes released every other week on Friday 7pm GMT. Music credit: Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy
Episodes
![Ep 11 - Rewiring your inner voice from self-criticism to self-compassion](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Ep 11 - Rewiring your inner voice from self-criticism to self-compassion
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
How we speak to ourselves impacts our experiences, mental well-being and the quality of our lives. Many of us grew up in environments that lead us to develop a harsh critical inner voice, but we don't have to live the rest of our lives that way. We can choose to rewire it and develop self-compassion instead, which promotes peace, happiness and health.
In this episode I share with you 3 key steps in rewiring your inner voice from self-criticism to self-compassion.
If you're struggling and need guidance on how to have self-compassion towards yourself, I would love to help you. Send me a message on my Instagram page @TheIlluminatedHeart.
#SelfLove #Selfcompassion
![Ep 10 - Tafseer of Surah Hadid (Part 2)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Ep 10 - Tafseer of Surah Hadid (Part 2)
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Within this episode we learn about the Decree of Allah and I talk about the important lesson of how accepting Divine Decree helps us deal with grief and releases pain.
![Ep 9 - Tafseer of Surah Hadid (Part 1)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Mar 11, 2022
Ep 9 - Tafseer of Surah Hadid (Part 1)
Friday Mar 11, 2022
Friday Mar 11, 2022
In this episode I uncover the tafseer (translation) of the first 15 aayahs of Surah Al-Hadid. We explore the names and attributes of Allah, how we can apply them in our lives and get a better understanding about the light that is within us and how it will guide us on The Day of Judgement.
![Quran recitation (female) - Suratul Hadid](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Quran recitation (female) - Suratul Hadid
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Friday Feb 25, 2022
This Quran recitation will follow a 2 part series based on the translation of this surah. I have selected this chapter as it beautifully educates us about Allah and His Beautiful Attributes. Knowing Allah for me is the source of healing, enlightenment and true richness. Once you know who Allah is, your heart and mind finds peace in only Him. He becomes your Source of everything.
My intention of this recitation is for you to find healing in these beautiful words of Allah, to inspire you to recite this chapter for yourself too and study its translation along with me. For the best impact, use headphones and relax in a quiet room.
![Ep 8 - Priming our hearts for Ramadhan](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Ep 8 - Priming our hearts for Ramadhan
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
What comes to your mind when you hear the word "primer"? And what is the relationship between a primer and preparing for Ramadhan? In this episode I share a funny analogy that links these two together. I also discuss the importance of priming our hearts for Ramadhan in order to experience a spiritually impactful month.
![Ep 7 - Muslim men, mental health and suffering in silence](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Ep 7 - Muslim men, mental health and suffering in silence
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
In this episode, I address the growing issue of #MuslimMen suffering in silence. Muslim men struggling with their #mentalhealth as well as the hidden reality of #MaleAbuseVictims. This is an issue that needs to be addressed.
Muslim Counsellor and Psychotherapist Network (MCAPN): www.mcapn.co.uk
Inspirited Minds: www.inspiritedminds.org.uk
Muslim Youth Helpline: www.myh.org.uk
Sakoon Counselling: www.sakoon.co.uk
![Ep 6 - Gratitude: A matter of the heart](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Ep 6 - Gratitude: A matter of the heart
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Studies have shown that practicing gratitude has many amazing benefits on our psychological well-being, physical well-being, our relationships, and our careers. In this episode I share with you those benefits, I draw parallels between the grateful and ungrateful, I discuss what Allah (SWT) teaches us about gratitude and even how it links with the law of attraction! This is an episode you don't want to miss!
![Ep 5 - Depression as a Muslim](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Ep 5 - Depression as a Muslim
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Friday Jan 28, 2022
#Depression is the most common mental health illness and almost all of us have suffered from it. But what does it mean to be Muslim and to suffer from depression? I dismiss the myths that exist in our community about depression and I also share a snippet on the amazing Islamic physicians and scholars who were advanced in understanding and treating mental health illnesses. This is an episode you can't miss!
#MuslimMentalHealth #IslamicPsychology
Please share and let's raise awareness!
![Ep 4 - The deception of ”religious” men](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Ep 4 - The deception of ”religious” men
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Friday Jan 21, 2022
We live in a world today where religious deception is extremely prevalent and is destroying the souls of many. Raising awareness and educating ourselves and our children about this topic is gravely important. I talk about individuals who appear to be "religious" but lack true God-consciousness in their hearts. I also touch on #narcissism and the impact of #spiritualabuse.
Use the hashtag #ReligiousDeception and share this podcast far and wide so that we may raise awareness and perhaps help others out of these traps.
https://www.facetogether.org/
![Ep 3 - Lessons of 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/13211132/Podcast_1600_x_1600_px_1__pv5wt8_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Ep 3 - Lessons of 2021
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Friday Jan 14, 2022
In this episode I share the top 10 lessons I learnt in 2021.
I'd love to know what you learnt from your experiences in 2021 too.
To book a talk therapy session with me: www.theilluminatedheart.com
My amazing coach: @Mindfully_muslimah_coaching
Find a Muslim counsellor: Muslim Counsellor and Psychotherapist Network