Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
The Sudanese people continue to model what responding with faith and resilience looks like throughout the world's worst humanitarian crisis.
We recently hosted a healing circle for Sudan with Sudanese Filmmaker and Storyteller Brother Mamoun S. Hassan and Maristan Therapist Dannia Azzawi, exploring the history and character of Sudan as well as contextualizing the impacts of the current war through a mental health lens.
▶️Watch the inspiring discussion on our YouTube channel here: bit.ly/healingsudan
We've answered the call for resources to support the global cause of action, prayer, and unshakeable hope for peace in Sudan. Together with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab, we’ve written a short guidebook that starts with the rich and complex history of Sudan and outlines the impacts of this war on the mental health and wellbeing of the Sudanese people.
📕Download “Healing Sudan: A Community Guide to History, Faith, and Resilience" at maristan.org/resources. May Allah bless and heal the people of Sudan and lift their oppression.
رَبِّ اِنّي مَغْلُوبٌ فَانْتَصِرْ
My Lord, indeed I am overcome, so give victory. –Qur’an 54:10
#Maristan #MuslimMentalHealth #IslamicPsychology #Sudan #FreeSudan
The Sudanese people continue to model what responding with faith and resilience looks like throughout the world's worst humanitarian crisis.
We recently hosted a healing circle for Sudan with Sudanese Filmmaker and Storyteller Brother Mamoun S. Hassan and Maristan Therapist Dannia Azzawi, exploring the history and character of Sudan as well as contextualizing the impacts of the current war through a mental health lens.
▶️Watch the inspiring discussion on our YouTube channel here: bit.ly/healingsudan
We've answered the call for resources to support the global cause of action, prayer, and unshakeable hope for peace in Sudan. Together with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab, we’ve written a short guidebook that starts with the rich and complex history of Sudan and outlines the impacts of this war on the mental health and wellbeing of the Sudanese people.
📕Download “Healing Sudan: A Community Guide to History, Faith, and Resilience" at maristan.org/resources. May Allah bless and heal the people of Sudan and lift their oppression.
رَبِّ اِنّي مَغْلُوبٌ فَانْتَصِرْ
My Lord, indeed I am overcome, so give victory. –Qur’an 54:10
#Maristan #MuslimMentalHealth #IslamicPsychology #Sudan #FreeSudan








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Reflecting on success and failure in a contemplative context means seeing both as opportunities to deepen our understanding of Allah’s will. Success is not solely defined by worldly achievements or recognition; it is about fulfilling our purpose and living in accordance with Allah’s commands. Failure, on the other hand, is not a setback, but a lesson that Allah uses to purify us and draw us closer to Him.
In this episode, Dr. Rania Awaad explores the importance of tafakkur in shaping our perspective on moments of failure or difficulty. Rather than allowing these moments to hold us back, we should view them as opportunities for growth and ease, as promised by Allah when He tells us, for indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. Indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. (Quran, 94:5-6)
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Inspired by Malik Badri’s Contemplation: An Islamic Psychospiritual Study, this series delves into the art of contemplation, uncovering the essence of tafakkur, how to practice it, and its invaluable impact on our mental health, spiritual lives, and overall well being. Join Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad and Shaykh Mikaeel Ahmed Smith as we explore the power of introspection, faith, and mental well-being. Subscribe for more discussions on Islamic philosophy and spirituality.
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