Coffee with Karim

Exploring the landscape of becoming man in familiar tradition and the gender tides of today. Some men feel left behind in the current society which has undermined the basis of sexuality, gender, masculine and feminine realities. Is there one way to be a man? Mr. Jordan Kohout joins me for 2 part conversation. BOOKS 1- Our Master Muhammad (Imam 'Abdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni) 3- Boys Adrift (Sax) 4- Rational Male (Tomassi) 5- Boy Crisis (Farrell-Grey) 6- The Illustrated Art of Manliness (Ted Slampyak) Support CWK www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Connect with Jordan @renewing-rujula www.instagram.com/renewing.rujula/

Some men feel left behind in the current society which has undermined the basis of sexuality, gender, masculine and feminine realities. Is there one way to be a man? Mr. Jordan Kohout joins me for part 1 conversation. Support CWK https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Connect with Jordan https://soundcloud.com/renewing-rujula https://www.instagram.com/renewing.rujula/ BOOKS 1- Our Master Muhammad (Imam 'Abdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni) 3- Boys Adrift (Sax) 4- Rational Male (Tomassi) 5- Boy Crisis (Farrell-Grey) 6- The Illustrated Art of Manliness (Ted Slampyak)

part 2 Author of Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam Review Book https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Divine-Love-Spiritual-Journey/dp/1734231203 Join us for a series of wonderful conversations on: Search for meaning and the true self. How many purposes do we have? Long distance relationships. Essence and form. Spirit and law. Principle and practice. Humility leads to love and wisdom. Intimacy and spirituality are intertwined.

Author of Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam Review Book https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Divine-Love-Spiritual-Journey/dp/1734231203 Join us for a series of wonderful conversations on: Search for meaning and the true self. How many purposes do we have? Long distance relationships. Essence and form. Spirit and law. Principle and practice. Humility leads to love and wisdom. Intimacy and spirituality are intertwined.

Scrupulosity in religion. Intimacy and sexuality impact by psychology and theology. Obsessive compulsive behaviors and perfectionism. How perception of the DIvine shapes our spiritual potential. https://www.reintegrativetherapy.com/ Group Support for SSA journey https://discord.com/invite/7FZMfWb

Men, sexuality, spirituality. Reflections on Muslim men with same sex attraction cases. Existential becoming of masculinity and faith in the Divine. https://www.reintegrativetherapy.com/ Group Support for SSA journey https://discord.com/invite/7FZMfWb

https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Levels of attack from the dark jinn. How jinn reality is intimately tied to your personal projections. Basic traps - mammal triggers. 7 cardinal - deadly sins Emotional and irrational ego schemes. Deception, fear, anger, fixation, delusion.

The Death clock ticker. What is a waste of time? 7 day time challenge. Laws of growth, consistency and discipline. Self-criticism versus self accountability. Learn with Me https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/learn PODCAST Membership - give and support https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Part 2 includes macro-cultural jinn manifestations; the Unseen realm, witchcraft/magic, occult, Quran power and how war could be a current jinn tactic. Support Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Join Live classes https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

What are they? What do we know about them? Are they only fiery legends of the past and folklore? Have the evil jinn always been aiming to destroy humanity? Perhaps the evil forces are using more innovative ways to do that today? Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Noor HC for spiritual psychology and relationship growth. https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

7 Benefits of homeschooling. Why learning at home might be a better choice for some families and how it works. Sponsr this podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Noor HC https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Photo by Gaelle Marcel on Unsplash

How youth to make an impact within our community using social media and fostering social change. *Image created by Catherine Cordasco. Submitted for United Nations Global Call Out To Creatives - help stop the spread of COVID-19. Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Learn more about IMPACT https://sites.google.com/view/impactglobally/meet-the-team?authuser=0

The harm of living in denial. What are defense mechanisms and the proper meaning of your shahadah. Sponsor the podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Jibreel Salaam & Mohamed Hassan of the Young and Muslim podcast explore common challenges of growing up Muslim in America. We explore sexual relations, partying and spirituality and religion as we ever evolve into better versions of ourselves. Contact https://www.instagram.com/youngnmuslim/ Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Heavy-hearted reflections in this strange yet familiar time. Calling out racism in my community of America and Muslims. Support this podcast. https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Our rich discussion continues. Signs of narcissism in marriage, people and society. Advice and reflections from the Quran and when boundaries are needed and when being hush hush is a crime.

What is unity? Valerie Payne, a therapist, and podcaster explores topics on faith, identity, and unity with Karim Serageldin who shares his own experiences growing up as a Muslim in the United States of America. Support CWK https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Tune in to Finding Unity podcast by Valerie Payne https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-unity/id1498082517

Defining a narcissist. What are the signs? Examining modern psychology and the wisdom of the Quran regarding this dangerous state of the self. 1- Defining the condition and its signs. 2- How narcissists destroy lives and crush the truth. 3- Pharaoh the archetype; flying monkeys and scapegoats 4- Iblis and the poverty illusion, envy and fear. Support this podcast. https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Karim at Noor HC noorhuman.com

What do we know and not know about the coronavirus? Should we freak out or not? What should we know and what can we do in these ambiguous and concerning times? Dr. Zeeshan Tayeb shares his insights and more. Visit this website to get vitamins and supplements to help. https://www.landrcenter.com/products-1 https://www.paincincinnati.com/nutritional-services

Reflections and feedback on harmful beliefs about the Divine that can systematically sabotage your growth and ability to make healthy meaning of life. Work with us at Noor https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support the podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Intro - 20 min Everything is a sign! All or Nothing. Business deals. PRT 2 (20 min -end) Mind Reading. Anthropomorphism Personification of Islam

Insights, stories, and tips to become a couple for paradise. How to improve your premarital and marital experience. Learn more about how love is an action. Support his podcast today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Megan at Wives of Jannah https://wivesofjannah.com/ Work with Karim and Noor team. https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

New Year 2020 special episode to improve sincerity with the Divine Reality. Work with Karim and his team https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Relationship with the Quran and how the Quran helps our relationships. Dr. Celene Ibrahim shares about her journey to Islam and more about treasures and tips to get more out of this book of Divine Text Messages! https://www.celeneibrahim.org/about Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

How can evil exist in the Most Merciful's world? If we have trust and certainty in the Divine Wisdom, how do we make meaning of evil for the purpose of good? Tune in now for more topics on atheism, existentialism and gratitude. Hamza Andreas Tzortzis -Purchase the Divine Reality https://www.hamzatzortzis.com/ -Free Islamic Education https://iera.org/ Support his Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

The Biz Story (ends 17min) Love Story 17:50min A story about patience, race and expanding minds and hearts plus she makes some of the best Knafeh out there. Listen to Fatima's story of love and entrepreneurship. https://www.knafehqueens.com/ Keep this podcast brewing at Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Key concepts and daily tools to help you overcome anxiety and stress. Learn about different coping strategies and how the human condition tends to transfer energy in healthy and unhealthy ways. Dr. Azadeh Weber has a doctorate in clinical psychology and is a provider at Noor Human Consulting. Join Noor Today https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

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My spouse has a sex addiction! We discuss the journey of pornography amongst spouses. What addicts should do and what spouses supporting addicts should do and what both need to know. Zeyad Ramadan is the founder of Purify Your Gaze which is dedicated to helping Muslims privately and safely recover from unwanted sexual behaviors. Live free from unwanted sexual behaviors today! >> SIGN UP NOW https://purifyyourgaze.com/ ___________________ Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

What is spiritual bypassing? How does it impact our psychology and religious practice? Dr. Azadeh Weber, a provider at Noor Human Consulting, joins me discuss examples and tips for self-awareness and personal development. Need Personal Support? https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support this podcast today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

A promise from 10 years ago reunites me with a former student Chafik Ziadeh. Chafik works in education today and we discuss Muslim youth in America, finding purpose and a healthy identity through all the growing pains. Music https://coffeewithkarim.com/music Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get personal, spiritual and relationship support! https://www.noorhuman.com

"I'm not religious, I'm spiritual!" What does this mean exactly? Is the distinction real or a result of a personal experience? Imam Jamaal Diwan, co-founder, and instructor at 'The Majlis' in Orange California joins me to discuss these questions and the heart as an organ of perception in Islam. Sponsor this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim The Majlis Web https://www.themajlis.us/ HeartMath Institute https://www.heartmath.org/science/ https://www.heartmath.org/resources/videos/

Michael Gasparro is a therapist and advocate for men with same-sex attraction that are not being heard or supported by the LGBTQ movement and circles of the professional psychological community. Websites https://www.catholictherapists.com/michael-gasparro-mft https://thebreakthroughclinic.com/ FREE TO LOVE - documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13NSt9ohgL4 Support his Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Noha is a licensed family and marriage therapist and shares great tips to improve family relations and communication (regardless of age) between parents and their children. Noha's Services http://www.sakinacounseling.com/ Parenting Book https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Parenting-Muslim-Home-Alshugairi/dp/0974295051 Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Dr. Omar shares with me his own amazing trauma story and how he found meaning, purpose, and healing as a person. Today he helps others untangle their trauma through community healing and therapy. Support Untangled Project https://projectuntangled.org/ Support this PODCAST https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get Support and Guidance at NOOR HC https://www.noorhuman.com

Meet the growing Noor HC team and learn more about their passion and service. Noor HC was founded by Karim Serageldin nearly 10 years ago to serve the unique personal, relationship and family needs of Muslims in the west. Think Brilliant. Feel Brighter. Do Better. Visite Noor HC and Get Custom Support Today https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support this podcast. Why not? https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Insights of human nature extracted from the Quran regarding the story of Adam. Mohamed Serageldin is a Quran teacher and Imam in Egypt and Gambia and a co-founder of Basmallah Beads, Arabicsquare, and Zawiya in Cairo. GREAT GIFT Ideas at Basamallah https://basmalabeads.com/

Dr. Zeeshan, a physician and member of Celebrate Mercy shares tips for healthier living, strengthening the soul and tells us more about Celebrate Mercy mission to exemplify the prophetic light, love and mercy to the world. Ramadan Reflections by Celebrate Mercy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6UL2b3bn_Q Support Celebrate Mercy https://celebratemercy.com/ Get Islamic Counseling noorhuman.com Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Get Custom Support Now https://www.lucidlane.com/getstarted The opioid and benzo epidemic is real! Dr. Ahmed shares with me the stats and struggle that many Americans face with medication dependence and the lack of resources to taper patients off meds after their treatment. Dr. Ahmed and his team founded Lucid Lane to solve this problem with health and recovery coaches, therapists, mindfulness experts and CBT specialists, all dedicated to provide comprehensive care that is proactive and daily. Sign UP and LEARN MORE today! https://www.lucidlane.com Support this Podcast Today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Why are people atheist? Andreas Hamza discusses with me his recent book, The Divine Reality, and provides guidance and knowledge to understand and reconcile the atheist worldview. Become a patron today and get exclusive content access like video interviews of my guests! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Check out Andreas Book and Website https://iera.org/ https://www.amazon.com/Divine-Reality-Islam-Mirage-Atheism-ebook/dp/B06WRV83F8 Work with Karim https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Are the terms consciousness and mind modern ways of referring to the spirit? Can we ever verify if the spirit/soul exists via science? How do first principles in our worldview influence our access to the truth of reality? Dr. Mohamed Ghilan and I unpack many dense themes in this deep discussion. Support our Podcasts Now! https://www.patreon.com/MohamedGhilan https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Join Ghilan's Live Book Club + More https://andalusonline.org/andalus-book-club/

Zainab, a Puerto Rican convert from New York, travels to aid and support Muslim converts in Latin America. She has a passion for providing care and education for convert sisters. We discuss themes of religious abuse, lack of religious and personal resources and what her team is doing about it! Support this podcast now! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Learn more about Zainab Project https://www.almaqasid.org/latin-america-outreach/ Follow Zainab and Support Her Adventures https://www.instagram.com/zainab_fitforallah/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/ZainabIsh Work with Karim Today noorhuman.com

My lovely wife joins me for a coffee in honor of Women's month to discuss her journey through family, feminism and Islam. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and discovering Islam in an unexpected way at an unprecedented time for Muslims in the world. This and more intimate ideas and gems with the woman "behind" the scene of Coffee with Karim. Support this Podcast NOW! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim WORK with KARIM TODAY! https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Famous tennis player, Martina Navratilova, says "transgender women are cheating" when they compete in women's leagues. Martina, herself a lesbian, felt the "tyranny" from lgbtq and major heat for voicing her opinions. I WANT MY GENDER BACK documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pxxBQm114k REFERENCES https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/martina-navratilova?CMP=ILC-refresh https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-47301007 https://www.wtatennis.com/sites/default/files/wta_gender_participation_policy.pdf Percentage of Men and Women in Professions https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/03/06/chart-the-percentage-women-and-men-each-profession/GBX22YsWl0XaeHghwXfE4H/story.html Older Young Dutch Man https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-46133262 Scandinavian Paradox Study http://www.epicenternetwork.eu/blog/the-swedish-gender-equality-paradox/ https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/voices/countries-with-less-gender-equity-have-more-women-in-stem-huh/ https://www.bbc.com/news/business-39900449 Pediatrics Against Transgender Policy https://www.acpeds.org/the-college-speaks/position-statements/gender-dysphoria-in-children Trans-Policy https://illinoisfamily.org/homosexuality/55-members-of-american-academy-of-pediatrics-devise-destructive-trans-policy/ https://www.acpeds.org/the-college-speaks/position-statements/sexuality-issues/gender-identity-issues-in-children-and-adolescents https://www.aap.org/en-us/about-the-aap/aap-press-room/Pages/AAP-Policy-Statement-Urges-Support-and-Care-of-Transgender-and-Gender-Diverse-Children-and-Adolescents.aspx Therapy Laws and Debate https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/Conversion-Therapy-LGBT-Youth-Jan-2018.pdf https://www.apa.org/pubs/videos/4310898 https://www.josephnicolosi.com/collection/psych-association-loses-credibility-say-insiders https://www.josephnicolosi.com/collection/2015/6/11/who-were-the-apa-task-force-members https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_U.S._jurisdictions_banning_conversion_therapy https://www.josephnicolosi.com/collection/2015/5/29/on-the-pedophilia-issue-what-the-apa-should-have-known https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Therapeutic_Fraud_Prevention_Act

Dr. Abdallah joins me again to approach theory and practice of Islamic psychology. Work with Karim and the Noor team https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ International Association of Islamic Psychology https://www.islamicpsychology.org/ Support CwK Podcast https://coffeewithkarim.com/

*Time is something you can't get back or buy more of. *Know yourself as a creature in need and reduce your pain in life. FIRST EPISODE OF 2019! TUNE IN NOW! 99 Names https://99namesofallah.name/ Support this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim CwK website https://coffeewithkarim.com/ Work with Karim noorhuman.com

Hakim Archuletta shares his wisdom on 'Islam as a medicine'. Sidi Hakim starts by telling us about his personal and professional journey to Islam and how he became a healer and teacher of natural medicine. He shares ideas and tips to improve health and spiritual traditions and homeopathy. He has over 30 years of experience as a homeopath, educator and counselor in the U.S.A. and internationally. Work with Hakim http://www.hakimarchuletta.com/ Keep this Podcast Brewing! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Karim Serageldin https://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Mohamed Serageldin joins me to discuss conscious remembrance of the Divine, known in Islam as Dhikra. We learn more about his journey to Egypt and the path he took after leaving a corporate job. He shares about his work to help people learn Arabic (Arabic Square) and his company Basmala Beads that provides uniquely crafted prayer bead collections. Please support dhikra of Allah today at Kickstarter! (ends 01/03/18) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/basmalabeads/basmalabraceletstm Get some Beads Now! https://basmalabeads.com/ Visit Arabic Square today to explore how you can learn Arabic. https://arabicsquare.com/

Sarwang Parikh joins me with some Chai to teach us more about the nature of trauma. We learn about his upbringing, Indian culture, the Vedic tradition and his therapeutic specialties. He is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and works with Seeds of Awareness. Sarwang incorporates mindfulness meditation in his work and provides a short exercise in the show. Sarwang's Work https://www.seeds-of-awareness.org Support this Podcast https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Karim noorhuman.com

In episode 39 Karim shares insights on pornography addiction in the Muslim community and the theme of intimacy and attachment disorders. What you will learn: 1) Definition of porn addicts and what they do. 2) Possible causes of porn addiction. 3) Why making Tauba (repentance) is not always enough. 4) Why intimacy and attachment disorders may be a common cause. 5) Demystification of the value of pornography. Support this podcast for as little as $1/month at: www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Work with Karim at Noor Human Consulting Noorhuman.com

Muslim musicians Muhammad and Meek join me to discuss their debut album Electric Diwan and more about their new band 7 Stations. They combine modern melodic rock with classical poetry that praises the prophet Muhammad and Allah. Get their album today! http://www.the7stations.com/ Check out 7 Stations first music video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63UnvncphGw Support his podcast for as little as $1/month at: https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Dr. Shadee expands on his responses from the article he coauthored with Dr. Johnathan A.C. Brown on LGBTQ and Islam Revisited. Later we get into topics of American Muslim social and religious priorities, parenting and the importance of knowing the Names of Allah. Dr. Shadee Elmasry is an American Muslim scholar, teacher and podcaster at Safina Society. He studied Arabic Maliki fiqh, usul, aqida and suluk. Dr. Elmasry has received a masters and PhD in religious studies, completing his masters thesis at George Washington University and his PhD at The University of London, SOAS on Da’wa in the Works of Imam Abd Allah bin Alawi al-Haddad. Support Coffee with Karim Podcast Today for as little as $1/month! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Safina Society https://www.safinasociety.org/ Article LGBTQ & Islam Revisited https://yaqeeninstitute.org/en/jonathan-brown/lgbtq-and-islam-revisited-the-days-of-the-donald/

Dr. Jonathan A. C. Brown is a Director of Research at Yaqeen Institute, and an Associate Professor and Chair of Islamic Civilization at Georgetown University. He is the editor in chief of the Oxford Encyclopedia of Islam and the Law, and the author of several books including Misquoting Muhammad: The Challenges and Choices of Interpreting the Prophet's Legacy. We begin our conversation with Karim's Five Fun Questions and topics of Islam law. At 27min: we discuss his article LGBTQ & Islam Revisited: Days of the Donald (link below) followed by answering questions from Coffee with Karim Patrons. Yaqeen Article https://yaqeeninstitute.org/en/jonathan-brown/lgbtq-and-islam-revisited-the-days-of-the-donald/ Support Coffee with Karim Podcast Today for as little as $1/month! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Zara Faris is a very empowered Muslim woman! She has debated feminism with former Green Party leader Natalie Bennett, journalist Julie Bindel, academic Ziba Mir-Hosseini, and Marina Mahathir (daughter of the former Malaysian Prime Minister). She has also debated ‘This House Believes Sharia Law is fairer than English law’, with an English Law Judge and QC. Zara and her colleague won the motion on vote change. She is currently writing her first book, “Women’s Rights Without Feminism”. Zara's Website https://zarafaris.com/ Support Coffee with Karim Podcast Today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Karim is interviewed by the Boys in the Cave Podcast to discuss the field of psychology, Islamic approaches to the self and unpacks notions and tips regarding happiness and depression. Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get personal support today. www.noorhumanconsulting.com/ Support Boys in the Cave! http://boysinthecave.libsyn.com/

The Mad Mamluks team joins me for a coffee to discuss their experiences as Muslim podcasters. We go through Karim's five fun questions to get a more personal side of the MM team followed by their reflections and sharing of profound themes from their 2017 guests. Support the Mad Mamluks today! http://themadmamluks.com/ Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get personal support today. www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Scott Fischer joins me to discuss several topics pertaining to male youth. Scott is a licensed therapist with a background in east-west psychology and somatic psychology. He specializes in social anxiety, cannabis dependence, ADHD and mentoring youth through life transitions. Scott is also a yoga practitioner and instructor in Berkeley California. Scott's page. http://www.sfmentor.com/ Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get personal support today. http://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Ramadan Mubarak! Karim shares reflections and insights to optimize Ramadan. He discusses the tension between spirit and body and how the ego (nafs) is a product of this duality and our choices. Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Dr. Abdallah Rothman is a Licensed Professional Counselor. His doctoral work is based on research and formulation of approaching counseling from within an Islamic paradigm that is grounded in the knowledge of the soul from the Islamic tradition. He shares how he traveled the world and sat with Gurus, Rabbi's, Monks and Rastafarians during his spiritual quest. Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Abdallah's Counseling Site http://www.shifaacounseling.com/ International Association of Islamic Psychology https://www.islamicpsychology.org/ Register for Islamic Psychology Course https://apply.izu.edu.tr/en_TR/courses/course/523-counselling-islamic-theoretical-orientation-certificate-program

Ustadh Joe Bradford is an American scholar of Islam, instructor, and ethical investments advisor. He regularly lectures on topics such as Islamic Finance, Shariah Law, legal theory, and financial ethics. This enlightening conversation discusses several pertinent themes including: Is there such thing as a "pure Islam?" How to differentiate between cultural, political and religious truths in Muslim experience. Is there such a thing as American Islam? The importance of seeking knowledge and being sincere in one's practice and preaching of Islam. Ustadh Joe's Website https://www.joebradford.net/ Please support this podcast. www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Need custom personal growth? noorhuman.com

Dr. Joseph Nicolosi Jr. is the son of one of the leading scholars and clinicians that formulated a therapy approach for individuals with unwanted same sex attraction and behaviors. We discuss the nature of this therapy and topics such as the difference between homosexuality and being gay, gender and sexual fluidity and how this approach has helped many clients. Furthermore we unpack some of the controversy that causes tension between science, society and political correctness. Dr. Joseph Jr Clinic https://thebreakthroughclinic.com Dr. Joseph Senior Website http://www.josephnicolosi.com/ Please support this podcast today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Other References http://www.apa.org/topics/lgbt/orientation.aspx https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/group/msm/index.html

Hanan Rasheed is a community builder, interfaith promoter and community activist with a passion for culture, connecting people and healing through food! She shares with me her latest projects and provides timeless wisdom and lessons about empowering women and raising a family. Support this Podcast Today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Hosai Mojaddidi is a public speaker, teacher, writer, spiritual counselor, mentor, and mental health advocate. She joins me to discuss observations of women in Islam, challenges in modernity and she provides helpful insights to improve family relations. Hosai's Website http://hosaimojaddidi.com/ Support this Podcast Today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

What does the word “veiling” mean to you? For some it is an emblem of piety, while others condemn it as a patriarchal tool of oppression. Love it or hate it, the veil is one of the most prevalent and misunderstood symbols of feminine identity and power today. Dr. Nausheen Pasha-Zaidi is the author of Mirror on the Veil, an anthology of personal essays from around the globe that demystifies the individual significance of the veil by taking you inside the hearts and minds of those who have experienced it first hand. Dr. Nausheen is currently a lecturer at the University of Houston-Downtown. She has worked as an educator and academic advisor in the United States and the United Arab Emirates. Her research explores culture, gender, and social justice in international systems, with an emphasis on Muslim populations. Book Link https://www.amazon.com/Mirror-Veil-Collection-Personal-International/dp/1905510519 Leave us a review on iTunes! Sponsor a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Imam Zaid Shakir is an American Muslim scholar, author and renowned speaker. A co-founder of Zaytuna College in Berkeley California and a professor of Arabic, Islamic law, history and spirituality. Imam Zaid joins me to discuss the importance of Black History Month and the power of our spiritual family as an Ummah. Leave us a review on iTunes! Sponsor a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Habeeb Akande is an author, historian and lecturer on Islam, race and sexuality. He has five published books, has appeared on the BBC and the Islam Channel, and is currently working on a documentary regarding Islam in Brazil. http://rabaah.com/afro-brazil-documentary-by-habeeb-akande.html http://rabaah.com/blacks--muslims-in-brazil.html PLEASE SUPPORT COFFEE with KARIM Leave us a review on iTunes! Sponsor a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Baba Ali is a comedian, actor, entrepreneur and game developer. He is known for Ummah Films, (Baba Ali Youtube channel) and the Half our Deen Muslim matrimonial website. Ali shares his very interesting journey to Islam, his efforts to give back to the Muslim community and offers great tips and advice for Muslim men and women on relationships and marriages. At the end of our conversation I got to ask Karim's 5 Fun Questions! Please support this podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Show Links https://www.halfourdeen.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/ummahfilms https://courses.halehbanani.com/p/join-laugh-and-learn

Dr. Heather Laird joins me to discuss her work and the upcoming conference in southern California: Moving Towards Defining an Islamic Psychology this February 2018. Dr. Heather is the Founder & Director at Center for Muslim Mental Health and Islamic Psychology. Conference https://nafshealertherapy.wixsite.com/defislamicpsychology https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherlaird/ Sponsor this Podcast Today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Peter Gould is a celebrated designer, creative entrepreneur and artist. His innovative, award-winning work is highly sought after globally and it has touched millions with positive, inspirational creative projects. He has won several awards, launched his own apps & games, created popular online platforms, teaches workshops internationally, has work published in several books and is followed by over 250,000 people weekly through social media. Learn more about Peter! http://peter-gould.com/ Pledge a Coffee Today to Support this Podcast! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Episode Photo by Peter Gould

Dr. Marwa Assar is a psychologist, educator, and writer dedicated to providing spiritual, mental, and emotional empowerment through psycho-spiritual education that is rooted in Islamic teachings. She has completed her doctoral degree (Psy.D) in Applied Clinical Psychology, and her Masters of Education (Ed.M) in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Marwa is the founder of the Heart Over Mind & Ego (H.O.M.E) approach to psycho-spiritual education and counseling, a methodology she conceptualized based upon the Islamic psychological principle that the heart is the king of our spiritual and psychological system. Website https://www.marwaassar.com/ Pledge a Coffee today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim

Happy New Year! As we roll into 2018 I wanted to share some tips and reflections for our growth this year. Pledge a coffee! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get custom personal development today! http://www.noorhumanconsulting.com/

Daniel Haqiqatjou (The Muslim Skeptic) joins for a discussion on Islam, science and evolution. Learn about natural selection, abiogenesis, and some hard problems in the discipline based on scientists. We discuss the creation of Adam and different positions in light of evolutionary biology. We close with the clash of civilizations idea and the importance of having the certainty of Abu Bakr As-Siddiq. https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Links https://muslimskeptic.com/ Dr. James Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lO6Dv7V_jUY Summary/Outline- (Intro to 45 min) Defining Evolutionary Biology. Abiogenesis. Natural Selection. Fine Tuning. Fossil records. Unanswered questions. (45min to 90min) Did God create evolution as a mechanism? Crisis in the discipline. Creation of Adam and evolution. Clash of civilizations? (90min to End) Science in the Islamic civilization. The certainty of Abu Bakr As-Siddiq.

Habeeb Akande is an author, historian and lecturer on Islam, race and sexuality. He has five published books, has appeared on the BBC and the Islam Channel, and is currently working on a documentary regarding Islam in Brazil. PLEASE BE ADVISED: In Ep 16 of Coffee with Karim we discuss his latest book "A Taste of Honey: Sexuality and Erotology in Islam." We explore several topics such as gender needs in the bedroom, sexual taboos, orgasms, masturbation, oral sex, temporary marriage and polygamy. Sponsor a coffee today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Guest Links http://rabaah.com/habeeb-akande-author.html Buy A Taste of Honey Now http://www.rabaah.com/store/ Ep 16 Summary (Intro to 15min) A taste of honey: sexuality and erotology in Islam. Men and women both have sexual rights in Islam. Early Muslim scholars works on sexuality. 15min to 30min Islam is a sex positive tradition. Pornography amongst Muslims. Islamic counsel for desiring zina. 30min to 45min Masturbation. Temporary marriage. Polygamy. 45min to End Polygamy: when it is good and bad. Anal, menstrual and oral sex. Improving our sexuality in marriage. Rewards in Paradise.

Dr. Carrie York Al-Karam is currently an adjunct in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Iowa. She is an author and the head of Al Karam Lab for Islamic psychology. We discuss the emerging discipline of Islamic psychology and its future consolidation and application. Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim www.linkedin.com/in/carrieyorkalkaram Outline Intro to 15min Is there a difference between religion and spirituality? Difference between Islamically integrated therapy and Islamic psychology. Early Muslim contributions to the field of psychology. What makes a subject “Islamic?” 15min-End Ruqya and Reiki. Explanatory models in psychology. Causation and correlation. Upcoming book on integrative Islamic therapy. CILE Conference in Qatar. Hard problems of an emerging discipline.

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Get tips and reflections to potentialize your daily prayer (Salah or Salat in Islam). Karim Serageldin provides the analogy of the shahada, wudu and salat as a proposal, engagement and marriage for a loving devotional relationship with the Divine. Visit Noor Human Consulting for more personal support today! www.noorhuman.com

Dr. Mohamed Ghilan has a PhD in neuroscience and is currently in medical school. He is an intellectual thinker and lecturer on Islam, science, philosophy and cosmology. We discuss the science of gender differences and the idea of the Yin and Yang as a biological, social and spiritual manifestation. Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim https://mohamedghilan.com/ https://soundcloud.com/mohamed-ghilan https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hope-relationships/201402/brain-differences-between-genders https://www.psychologytoday.com/collections/201410/are-men-and-women-different _______________________________ Summary/Outline Intro to 4:45 Why Dr. Mohamed is doing Med School after a PhD in Neuroscience. 4:45m - 20min Neuroscience research. Neural plasticity and malleability of our brains. How experiments are and are not always reliable. Understanding individual anecdotes versus population patterns. 20min- 29min Examples of male-female brain specialties and energy. Difference between correlation and causation in science. 30min- 40min “If I were to get you 50 women to mate with!” Biological reflections of men and women. Examples of some top needs of men and women in relationships. Polygamy, is there a biological basis? Sexuality and what is sacred. 40min-50min Does the brain make up its mind in the fetus? Testosterone and Estrogen roles in human development. Mercy as a default setting of earthly and heavenly bodies. The Divine Names as Masculine and Feminine (Jalali and Jamali) Last 10 min Humans as speaking animals. Women and men in the workplace. Equity or Equality. Yin and Yang potential in men and women.

Be sure to check out Part 1 of Ep 13 first! Dr. Mohamed Ghilan has a PhD in neuroscience and is currently in medical school. He is an intellectual thinker and lecturer on Islam, science, philosophy and cosmology. We discuss the science of gender differences and the idea of the Yin and Yang as a biological, social and spiritual manifestation. Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Links https://mohamedghilan.com/ https://soundcloud.com/mohamed-ghilan https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hope-relationships/201402/brain-differences-between-genders https://www.psychologytoday.com/collections/201410/are-men-and-women-different _______________________________ Part II Summary/Outline Intro-15min Yin and Yang potentiality in men and women. Variations and types of masculine and feminine traits. Karim’s Powerful P’s framework for men and women. Men and women both provide, produce, protect… 15min- 25min Men and women in school and work. Why do men have to pay for everything in marriage? Islamic guidance on certain roles and modern Muslim marriage. Liberal ideas, social roles and biological wiring don’t always get along. Media representation can change public perception in inaccurate ways. 25min- 35min Modern culture over values materialism. Humans have an inclination for greed. Give me a mountain of gold. Meeting homeless Muslims. Attitude Gratitude! 35min - 45min Harm of comparing yourself in material terms. Perfect equality can never exist. Yin and Yang energy manifesting in forms. Islamic cosmology insights. 45min to End Quranic sequence on yin and yang. Why do men like to stay up late? Complimentary forces in relationships. Dr. Ghilan and his Andalus book club.

Part II of Ep 12 American Mysticism . Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Part II Summary-Outline First 15min Terrorism in America. Are we God's favorite creature? The bloody elephant in the room. Cultures of competition and greed. 15-30min Universal moral truths. Idolatry of the faithful. Knowledge and mystery of the Divine. 30min to end. Challenges of American Muslims post 9-11 God knows the hearts. Faith is not a finish line.

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Embark on a rich interfaith discussion with Chris Garner, an old time friend, intellectual companion and interfaith lecturer. Chris and I share stories and challenge ideas about religion and attaining mature spirituality. What is the future of the faithful in America, especially Muslims? Why he thinks the core issues of humanity is greed and violence and what role does God consciousness play in our future society. First 15 min: What is wisdom? Pitfalls of youth on the path. Being a true servant of God. 15-30min Unseen realms. Grace and insignificance. Making meaning of human questions. Reaching our full potential. Cycles of violence and greed in society. Muslims and white nationalists. 30-45min What is the true religion? The Golden rule. Can we remove evil? Perspectives on the story of Adam. Terrorism in America.

Founder of Productive Muslim, Mohammed Faris, shares brilliant insights and tips on productivity. I got to ask him questions like "What is personal coaching all about?" "What advice do you have to people that think this world is cursed and do very little to get by?" "How does the Quran and Sunnah provide productivity and time management guidance?" Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Productive Muslim Websites http://productivemuslim.com/ http://productivemuslim.com/noor Productive Muslim Book! http://www.productivemuslimbook.com/

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Why are nearly 1/3 to 1/2 of Muslim marriages ending in divorce? I'm joined by Dr. Nafisa Sekandari, a clinical psychologist and the director and cofounder of Mental Health for Muslims (MH4M), a site aimed to educate and normalize therapy for the Muslim community. We first discuss how psychology and mental health is part of the Islamic tradition. 27:00 min- "Why Love is Not Enough." We reflect on important principles that all Muslims need to realize before and during marriage, such as self care, self awareness and healthy expectations. We talk about the differences between elder and younger generations and their views on what is important for relationships. What is the love delusion? Where do love narratives come from? The difference between chemistry and character and why it is not safe to marry "potential." Web http://mentalhealth4muslims.com http://mentalhealth4muslims.com/when-love-is-not-enough-reassessing-marriage-in-the-muslim-community/ Private Practice http://drsekandari.com/

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim I'm joined by Zeyad Ramadan, founder of Purify Your Gaze, to discuss sexuality and pornography addiction in the Muslim community. We share reflections on why the opposite of addiction is connection. How porn is a drug and what damage it causes the mind, heart and body. Lessons on human struggles and sins. Why pornography addiction happens and how it can lead the sincere to Paradise! We close our conversation with learning more about the cutting edge techniques of Purify Your Gaze and how it has helped many Muslims around the world. Website http://purifyyourgaze.com/ Resources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRJ_QfP2mhU http://www.dailyinfographic.com/the-stats-on-internet-pornography-infographic http://www.collective-evolution.com/2016/03/07/the-science-of-pornography-addiction-what-it-can-do-to-your-brain/

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Daniel Haqiqatjou AKA the Muslim Skeptic joins me to discuss his concerns and drive to address the Liberal storm swooping American society. Specifically its impact on American Muslim traditions, Islamic intellectual legacy and the future of Muslim faith. I got to ask him questions like: "What is a Muslim Skeptic?" "What is dogmatic Liberalism?" "Why are some liberal ideas a concern for future Muslim communities?" "How can Islam be rational if Muslims believe in things like the devil, angels and a hereafter?" References and Resources https://muslimskeptic.com/ http://thefederalist.com/2013/10/10/how-liberalism-destroyed-the-american-jew/ http://www.pewresearch.org/topics/muslim-americans/ http://muslimmatters.org/2017/02/20/the-muslim-response-to-islamophobia-is-destroying-us-from-within/ https://muslimskeptic.com/reading-list/ Anas bin Malik (radi Allahu anhu) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (sal Allahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “There shall come upon the people a time in which the one who is steadfast upon his religion will be like the one holding onto a burning ember.” (Hasan) [Chapters on Al-Fitan: Jami At-Tirmidhi; Sunan al-Tirmidhī 2260] Photo by Setu Anand

After years of relationship work with Muslims, Karim has noticed certain myths regarding love and expectations before (and during) marriage that can be harmful and unrealistic. Karim provides reflections and advice on myths vs. reality regarding love, personality, family, timing and Islamic practice. Some of the constructs he addresses include: "I want to fall in love" "I need to get married to have sex" "There is no one good out there" Pledge a coffee today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Check out our helpful resources below! https://coffeewithkarim.com/resources/ http://www.thefyi.org/marriage-research/ http://www.thefyi.org/infographics/pre-marriage-considerations-top-5-reasons-for-conflict-among-american-muslim-couples/ Photo by Brigitte Tohm

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Dr. Abdullah from Zaytuna College and Lamppost joins me in a conversation on race and Islam. I got to ask him questions like "What is racism?", "Are Muslims a race?", "If Islam was meant to remove racism why are there racist Muslims?" We also discuss the notions of Arab superiority, multicultural marriages, "white as good" and "black as evil." We close the conversation with advice and tips on what to do about racism. Lamppostproductions.com Zaytuna.edu

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim How can we make our soul smile? Gratitude! In this show Karim shares insights from the Quran and Sunnah and a few tips to help you grow your capacity for gratitude. Personal Support Visit noorhuman.com Suggested exercise in this show- Life Timeline templates at https://coffeewithkarim.com/resources

Pledge a coffee today! www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Karim begins by sharing a true story about fornication and reflects on the proper balance between quantity and quality of religious deeds and how acceptance of human imperfection leads to a type of spiritual liberation. Personal Support Visit noorhuman.com

Pledge a coffee today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim In this episode Karim shares some fun nerdy facts about the history of coffee and how Muslims shared this gift to the world and it's connection to Islamic spiritual paths (or Sufism)He ends the show by sharing some insights regarding the importance of Sufism as the heart of Islam, love of God in the Quran and how Sufism came to be an Islamic science. Personal Support Visit noorhuman.com

Karim introduces himself and shares a few tales of his experiences as an American Muslim during Ramadan. He also discusses the heroes of recent events in Portland, as well as the issue of terrorism. Pledge a coffee today! https://www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim