In this episode of the RWPodcast, I bare out some of my thoughts on the topic of Self Care. I talk about : the common misconceptions we have about self care the blocks we have when we have to self care what self care really is the characteristics / elements of a suitable self care activity the benefits a good self care activity should give you how to realistically incorporate self care into your routine I hope this episode gives you a different view on self care and how you can implement it in y...
Sep 13, 2024•40 min
In this episode of "Nisabaah - The Radiant Woman Podcast," we dive deep into the common challenges Muslim women face in their spiritual daily practices. Join me, as we explore the root causes of these struggles and how they often stem from the spiritual state of our hearts. Drawing from Islamic teachings, we'll discuss the diseases of the heart—like envy, showing off, and heedlessness—and how these can hinder our spiritual growth. If you’ve ever felt frustrated or overwhelmed by your spiritual j...
Aug 16, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 21
In this episode of The Radiant Woman Podcast, we delve into the heartfelt concerns of parenting in today's world, where moral decadence and societal challenges often conflict with Islamic values and teachings. Many parents consider relocating to more Islamic environments, seeking refuge from these issues. While migrating can offer benefits, our primary motivation shouldn't be rooted in fear. Join me as I discuss: The fears and challenges parents face in raising children amidst today's societal i...
Aug 02, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Welcome to Season 3 of The Radiant Woman Podcast! I'm excited to kick off this season with a deep dive into the "Seasons of Life"—spring, summer, autumn, and winter. These metaphorical seasons represent various phases of growth, challenges, and transitions that shape our personal journeys. Inspired by personal experiences and listener feedback, I explore how to embrace each season, navigate its unique challenges, and grow through it. From the new beginnings and opportunities of spring to the int...
Jul 19, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 19
In this light hearted episode, I share some gist from the free Seerah umrah trip I won in November of 2022. I went on this trip in March 2023 and it was absolutely beautiful!! Enjoy the reflections! My heartfelt gratitude goes to the sponsors: Qalam tours , the legacy institute and Dar Es Salam Islamic World travels. Interested in going on a trip with them? You can reach out to them on Instagram @qalamtours
May 25, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 18
On the podcast today, I have the amazing Raimat Ali with me and she has instructed me to introduce her as the lady that likes to talk. Honestly if I was to describe sis Raimat in brief, I would describe her as a down to earth soul who is on a journey to becoming a better servant of Allah. She’s not afraid of sharing her truth, her thoughts and experiences as much as she’s comfortable to the world in a way that can in shaa Allah be beneficial . She is isn’t scared of being vulnerable and I love t...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 37 min
If you are in a position where the gifts and ideas that have been bestowed upon you by Allah is giving you sleepless nights and confusion on what to do with them, then this podcast episode should in shaa Allah give you pointers on where to start from. In this episode, I sit down with Mrs Sherifat Olaogun a business coach, corporate trainer and NLP practitioner to discuss how we can turn our gifts , our strengths into a business and brand. It was an amazing conversation and I do pray you benefit ...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this episode I discussed Autism with Fatimah Giwa Abdulrahman and her personal journey with caring for her son, Khalil. Fatty Giwa is an Autism parent coach, a parent advocate for children with autism and special needs and a certified Autism and Applied Behaviour specialist. She is a writer, passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with the world. A wife and a dedicated mom of 3. After being a stay at home mom for over 10 years, she finds her voice through her love for writing an...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 15
This episode was a struggle to edit but I and my guest, Maryam decided to release it anyway. Imperfections and all. In this episode, We talk about her childhood, education, marriage and divorce experiences have shaped her in this episode titled - Evolving to Emerge! Maryam is the founder of Women in leadership initiative ( Wili africa), an organisation founded in 2016 on a mission to fight for justice, equality and empowerment of women and youth. She is also a trauma therapist, a nurse and entre...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 14
As Muslims, we know that our faith is one of our greatest gifts. We also know that with is comes great struggles and beauty. On this second episode of season 2 of the radiant woman podcast, I bring my big sis, Omodara Adediran who I have learnt so much from to share her some of her experiences on her journey towards striving to be a better servant of Allah. My conversations with Omodara are always Golden, I do hope it blesses you. Ameen. Follow us on IG @nisabaah or Instagram.com/nisabaah Join o...
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Hello gorgeous! Welcome to season 2 of the Radiant Woman Podcast!!!!💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼 In this introductory episode, I share what it means to be a Radiant woman using the ASSET framework with the hope that you get a better sense of what this community is about and you are able to link back the purpose of this podcast to every episode shared. Most importantly, I hope you see that you are and can indeed be radiant! I have shared a cheat sheet of the 5 pillars to being a radiant woman below which...
Sep 21, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Talks around self awareness is not new to this podcast because I strongly believe it is an essential tool in every human’s arsenal. It is a characteristic needed to live a wholesome life. At least one study including that of Cornell University concluded that, “A high self-awareness score was the strongest predictor of overall success” Even though the process of self discovery is a life long process, it is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. A question for you; if you were to describ...
Jul 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Hiiii If you have been following this podcast, you might already know that my career is something I have struggled with in terms of finding work that fulfils me and gives me energy. . It’s been a long process of discovering myself and I am definitely still on that journey but I have made significant progress. Alhamdulilah! . In this episode, I talk about some steps that I have used in bringing me to this point in my life where I feel content with the different ways I contribute to the world. Tun...
Jun 23, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This episode is all about Habits! It’s post Ramadan and I figured this is a good topic to speak on, plus I had written about it in 2020 anyway. Talk about repurposing content! 😁 . . In this episode, I share 7 tips that I have used in building habits that propel me forward and help me sustain momentum. If you are struggling with getting started or being consistent, this episode will definitely shed some light into key insights that may help you. It is also sure to imprint on your mindset, becaus...
May 27, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Success means different things to different people aka it is highly subjective . But there is a definition that holds true for everyone who is a believer in Allah; which is attaining Aljannah. In this episode I speak about how to prioritise well-being for success; true success. I share my internalized learnings of core concepts from the book : Re-inventing the wheel: how top leaders leverage well-being for success by Meghan McNealy. This book is a great book and showed up at such perfect timing ...
Apr 18, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This episode is all about Ramadan and the tactics I intend to utilize in order to maximize the holy month as a servant, mom, wife, employer and employee.
Mar 21, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This is 30 yo!!! Alhamdulilah rabil Alamin! . In this episode, I share some of my private thoughts with you on some of my experiences from the past decade. It feels like a form of release for me, a way that I close the chapter on a season in my life . A way for me to really embrace the new season I know I am stepping into. So, I hear there are a lot of goodness that the 30s usher in, I am so ready for it! . Xx Sekinat
Mar 21, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Follow us on Instagram @nisabaah Subscribe to my bi-weekly radiant letters where I share my personal reflections HERE It’s a new season and I believe this topic is so apt. To live to the fullest, dreams need to be dreamt, plans need to be made, and action needs to happen! All these can only take place when our lives are assessed and designed to the best of our ability. Basically, we do our part and allow Allah do his magic too! A lovely resource for planning for the year is the year planner by @...
Feb 10, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Change rarely happens overnight and neither is it the easiest thing to activate. In this episode, I speak to Rukayat Adeosun, the powerhouse behind the modest fashion brand….PEARLS BY RAY 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏽 on her encounter with radical change in her life, what and who she attributes the changes to and how she’s been navigating and building up on it. Enjoy! . Books mentioned: 1. Don't be sad by Aaidh ibn Abdullah al-Qarni 2. You can be the happiest woman in the world by Aaidh ibn Abdullah al-Qarni...
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this thought provoking episode, I invite Aisha Mai , a neurolinguistic programming practitioner and coach to delve into limiting beliefs. She talks about her personal story to identifying and gradually overcoming blocks in her life. . We talk about where these beliefs come from, how they show up in everyday life; how to identify them and practical steps to contain them. Personally, I resonated deeply with what she shared and it brought back so many memories. What it also did though, was help ...
Dec 30, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 3
There is no consistency without Repetition - Sekinat Alao . In my debut solo episode , I talk about about Repetition which had been heavy on my mind for weeks; how it’s so powerful and why it’s essential we embrace it. I also shared some practical examples that you are sure to resonate with. Forever rooting for you. Xoxo
Dec 14, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Our first episode drops at 5pm ( yes, it’s OUR podcast) ... set your alarms! . In this episode , I speak to Ms. Lateefah Oyefeso Adetoro, a finance professional on the five pillars of building wealth the halal way. We touch on some limiting beliefs we have as Muslims, where our mindsets should be at, some tools to keep overwhelm at bay and other experiences. Enjoy! . Books mentioned: 1. Five Pillars of Prosperity: Essentials of Faith-Based Wealth Building by M. Yakub Mirza 2. The Psychology of M...
Nov 21, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 1
