What would you ask for if you had a guaranteed yes? In this short episode, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) gives us a space to pause and reflect on the power of asking - not from people, but from the One who never turns you away. It’s about preparing your heart for that sacred moment when the doors are open… and what you choose to say when you step through. It’s a reminder of who you’re standing in front of - and how much that one moment can shape your destiny. Listen in. You might just change wh...
Jun 27, 2025•5 min
Ever feel like you’re spiritually stuck? You’re doing the worship. Saying the right words. But deep down, it feels like something’s off - like your heart is buffering. In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) explores what it means to experience a true spiritual hard reset . Just like a device overloaded with too many apps, we build habits - some helpful, many harmful - that eventually slow us down or shut us off completely. This is about breaking the patterns that are quietly draining yo...
Jun 20, 2025•9 min
The world has completely shifted. Industries that seemed unshakeable have crumbled overnight, leaving millions scrambling for what's next. But within this chaos lies the greatest opportunity of our lifetime. A WOW idea is the kind of concept that makes people stop mid-conversation and say "I've never heard anything like that before." These are the ideas that serve people in ways that align perfectly with Islamic principles of benefit and justice. The most successful Muslim entrepreneurs understa...
Jun 13, 2025•47 min
Ever wondered what those overwhelming emotions are when you first see the Kaabah? This podcast by Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) breaks down the eight most common feelings Hajjis experience during their first Umrah - from confusion and awe to tiredness and even frustration with your travel companions. Drawing from decades of Hajj and Umrah experience, this discussion addresses the emotional journey that often gets overlooked in typical "how-to" guides. You'll know why feeling confused when you f...
May 23, 2025•21 min
In this episode, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) dives deep into something many Muslims struggle with - making Dua for years without seeing results and wondering "maybe Allah doesn't want this for me." He shares his personal journey with trying to pray Fajr in the masjid for 30+ years while battling insomnia. The breakthrough came when he realized it wasn't about Allah rejecting his dua - it was about his strategy. That's the good news he wants to share: those Duas you thought would never be answ...
May 16, 2025•26 min
Have you ever felt guilty for asking Allah for a good life? As if dreaming big or wanting to thrive in the Dunya somehow makes a person less pious? This podcast addresses a limiting belief that holds many Muslims back - the idea that seeking success in this world contradicts spirituality. It challenges the misconception that comfort, abundance, or a fulfilled life is something to be ashamed of. Instead, it brings attention to clear Qur’anic verses where Allah promises blessings in the dunya to t...
May 09, 2025•13 min
You know those heated arguments in the masjid about moon sighting, or the tension when someone corrects another's prayer? In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shows us how the Companions had passionate disagreements but never let them destroy their brotherhood. Shaykh (rA) didn’t just tell us to "be nice" - he gave real strategies for dealing with conflicts, showing how to give advice without humiliating people, and explaining why some of our well-intentioned dawah efforts actually pu...
Apr 25, 2025•47 min
Allah tells us this single night is better than a thousand months - that’s over 83 years of worship. A few hours of sincere prayer on this night outweighs a lifetime of normal worship. The angels descend in numbers we can’t comprehend, filling the earth with peace until dawn breaks. It’s the night when destinies are decreed, when prayers are especially powerful. This is why we must make haste in seeking this night out in the last ten nights of Ramadan....
Mar 21, 2025•5 min
Why do hardships come even after choosing the path of Islam? Shouldn’t life become easier when you're on the truth? In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares a powerful reflection on trials, struggles, and the reality of faith. Allah makes it clear in the Quran: “Do you think you will enter Paradise while such [trials] have not yet come to you as came to those who passed on before you?” (Quran 2:214). Every believer will be tested, just as those before us were. Wealth, health, and p...
Mar 14, 2025•5 min
Ramadan is almost here, are…you…ready? It’s a period for spiritual renewal, where we must break through our daily mandate habits and realign our focus with the teachings of Allah (swt). Through intentionality (Nia) and repentance (Toba)… Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) always emphasized setting achievable spiritual goals during Ramadan. Because if we try to do everything, we’ll end up burning out and wasting this precious gift. So, know that it’s okay to fall short, as long as you’re consistent....
Feb 28, 2025•10 min
Ever wondered why you're exhausted despite sleeping 8 hours? The answer might lie in a 1400-year-old tradition that's more relevant today than ever. When Muslim soldiers won the Battle of Al-Qadisiyah despite being outnumbered 7-to-1, it wasn't just strategy - it was their mastery of sleep. In this eye-opening lecture, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) uncovers the sleeping habits that gave them this extraordinary edge. Your phone's blue light isn't the only thing ruining your sleep. The Shaykh rev...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 5 min
When do you turn to Allah (swt) the most - during hardship or in moments of gratitude? Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) reflects on the two types of Dua: those made from pain and those made from thankfulness. Through powerful Quranic examples and personal reflections, he uncovers a crucial lesson: if we only call upon Allah in times of distress, what does that mean for our relationship with Him? In this podcast, he shares how shifting our mindset to make Dua out of gratitude can entirely change sp...
Feb 07, 2025•30 min
Ever feel like you’re carrying a weight you can’t quite put down? That constant buzzing in your mind—things you haven’t done, things you should do, and the fear that maybe you’re just not doing enough. Anxiety doesn’t just show up unannounced; it’s tied to the pressure we put on ourselves. The guilt. The overwhelm. And when stress keeps piling on, you either shut down or burn out. It’s not laziness—it’s the heart and soul crying out for relief. But how often do we actually stop and reflect? How ...
Jan 24, 2025•17 min
Have you ever poured your heart out in dua, only to feel like nothing is changing? It’s a question so many of us wrestle with: “Why are my Duas not working?” In this heartfelt session, you’ll uncover the truth about what’s holding your Duas back. Through a profound analogy of a young boy skipping “leg day,” the speaker reveals how often we focus on our goals but forget to build the foundation needed to support them. You’ll hear the wisdom of the Prophet (ﷺ) in the story of tying the camel—a time...
Jan 17, 2025•27 min
Do you prioritize your eternal home above your worldly desires? In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef sheds light on the topic of "Adarul Akhara,"... …which refers to the Hereafter or the Final Abode. We, as Muslims, need to put Allah and the Akhra in the equation of our goals… …to intensify our devotion to Allah SWT and make the pursuit of desires worship in itself. In this 30-minute journey, you’ll get to hear: Thought-Provoking Tales Where desires collide with destiny; and The pursuit of...
Jan 10, 2025•25 min
Each name of Allah is a manifestation of His perfection. His (swt) attributes are beyond human comprehension. When we invoke Allah using His names in our Duas… We’re not merely uttering words but tapping into the essence of His attributes. Whether we call upon Him as Al-Rahman (the Most Merciful) or Al-Qadir (the All-Powerful), we’re acknowledging His sovereignty over all creation and seeking His aid with humility and reverence. In it, we beseech Allah by His beautiful names. Who better to call ...
Jan 03, 2025•9 min
One of the most powerful yet underrated Dua we’ve ever received. And that is… "Guide us to the straight path." - Surah Al-Fatiha In this episode, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) breaks down the essence of this verse. It’s not just a Dua, but a call to Hidayah. Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) also focuses on the two dimensions of Hidayah - seeing the clear path and accepting the truth. Consider these dimensions as gateways to Allah (swt)… Because once we’re through… We can find,...
Dec 20, 2024•20 min
In this heartfelt huddle, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shared a profound lesson on navigating life's losses with patience and faith. He highlights the transformative power of a special dua taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: "Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. Allahumma ajirni fi musibati wakhluf li khayran minha." ( "To Allah we belong, and to Him we return. O Allah, reward me for my calamity and replace it with something better." ) Key Topics Discussed: The significance of patience ( sabr ) ...
Dec 13, 2024•11 min
Every decision that you make in your life, every action that you take...depends on how much you care about your Akhirah. It shows whether or not you've been thinking about the 'Dar-ul-akhirah' - the final abode. A believer's choices come out of their love for the Creator, the yearning to be near Him in the Jannah, and the fear of being placed in Jahanum. Look… The actions you’re taking are leading you somewhere, right? So, if you’re not finding a desire in your heart to be close to Allah, feel h...
Dec 06, 2024•26 min
Do you often find yourself wondering why your prayers seem to hit a roadblock? In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) breaks down the whole dilemma of doors not swinging open and manifestations playing hard to get. We may fear, at times, that our prayers may not be answered at all… But this is exactly where we need to have Tawakkul in Allah (swt). There’s no place for doubt for a believer. The road may seem blurry and uncertainty may rob us of our peace, but if we don’t learn ...
Nov 29, 2024•27 min
Gone are the days of Salah & Dua where you wish you knew what the Imam was saying. In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares glimpses of the Quran … …so you too can contemplate and soak in the essence of the words of Allah (swt) . He also talks about what balance means in the context of a believer and debunks misconceptions people have about our Deen . No matter where you belong, at the end of the day… Islam is all about balance, dedication, and discipline....
Nov 22, 2024•5 min
It's okay to aim high when we talk to Allah. We don't have to be afraid of being disappointed if we dream big. Instead, we should believe that Allah can make amazing things happen when we ask Him for stuff. Feeling bad about our mistakes shouldn't stop us from praying for big things. We should always hope for good things and ask Allah for help, no matter what. Forget about being "realistic,". Think outside the box and dream a little bigger. So you can learn how to make your Duas super powerful a...
Nov 15, 2024•27 min
Do you often find yourself wondering why your prayers seem to hit a roadblock? In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) breaks down the whole dilemma of doors not swinging open and manifestations playing hard to get. We may fear, at times, that our prayers may not be answered at all… But this is exactly where we need to have Tawakkul in Allah (swt). There’s no place for doubt for a believer. The road may seem blurry and uncertainty may rob us of our peace, but if we don’t learn ...
Nov 08, 2024•27 min
If you want to know how to approach your Duas with an open heart and full faith, then listen to this podcast by Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA)… …as he talks about the mental hurdles we face in making Duas. Sometimes, we hesitate, not fully believing our prayer can be answered. But remember, even Shaytan made Du’a, and Allah answered it. When we reflect on this, we realize that Allah’s doors of mercy and acceptance are always open for anyone who calls upon Him. Shaytan, despite being misguided, p...
Oct 31, 2024•10 min
Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares 5 techniques to help combat laziness, boost your energy, and stay focused on worshiping Allah. From fighting off yawns and following the Prophet's (PBUH) advice on moderation in eating to surrounding yourself with the right company, these tips are rooted in the wisdom of our Deen. He also talks about the importance of seeking Allah’s protection from laziness, being truthful with yourself, and striving to push beyond excuses when it comes to fulfilling your d...
Oct 11, 2024•6 min
It’s crucial more than ever to be united as a nation, as an Ummah of the Prophet (SAW). In this podcast, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares a personal story about how reading science fiction helped him shape his views on anti-racism and unity. Through this analogy, he emphasized how, as humans, we should come together against a common threat, regardless of race, color, or background. Just like how the world united against the fight against the coronavirus pandemic and how, for the first time ...
Oct 04, 2024•14 min
In this talk, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) shares personal insights and practical advice on how to raise Huffadh — children who memorize the entire Quran. As a young boy sent to an Islamic boarding school to memorize the Quran, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) was one of the few who became a Huffadh in his early childhood. His personal story highlights the deep, lifelong attachment that comes from spending intimate hours with the Quran. He emphasizes the importance of raising the standard within...
Sep 27, 2024•39 min
A dad is a daughter's first love and a son's first superhero. A father is the unsung hero taken for granted… Who’s not allowed to cry when things get hard, who’s supposed to stay strong and lift everyone up. Who’s judged, not for who you are, but for how much love and money you put on the table . We’re culturally not conditioned to ask the same questions we usually ask mothers: “How are you doing?” “Is something bothering you?” We've painted fathers as the villains who believe in tough love… …as...
Sep 20, 2024•59 min
Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) talks about one of the most inspiring stories from the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ… …focusing on the transformative power of his words and how they touched the hearts of those who came into contact with him, even his adversaries. The difference between praising Allah (alhamdulillah) and expressing thanks (shukr) goes deeper than just textbook definitions. It’s about understanding the depth and significance behind these expressions that we often use in our daily lives. ...
Sep 13, 2024•34 min
As Muslims, our identity is deeply intertwined with our faith, our values, and our actions. We’re those who consciously submit to the one God, without associating partners with Him. Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rA) also talked about ""sheep mentality"" - an innate tendency to seek commonality with others and to follow the crowd. But if we're not careful, we may find ourselves following the wrong influences, straying from the path of righteousness. Sadly, youngsters are easy victims of blind follow...
Sep 06, 2024•25 min
