Category Archives: Hayati

Three Ways to Have a More Meaningful Experience with The Quran During Ramadan — Hayati Magazine | EN

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Papatia

Bismillah, There is no telling that reading the Quran is healing and purifies the soul. Here is three ways you can connect better with the Quran daily and especially during the Sultan of hijri months. 1. Niyyah Make a realistic … Continue reading →

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The Forbidden Relationship: A Handbook on Love, Lust & Heartbreaks — A Review — Hayati Magazine

Posted on December 24, 2019 by Papatia

The Forbidden Relationship: A Handbook on Love, Lust & Heartbreaks by Mariam Yousaf is a self-help guide of 102 pages geared to any Muslim perusing the idea of dating the opposite sex outside of marriage. The book can also serve … Continue reading →

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Should You be an Intern or Work for Free? — Hayati Magazine

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Papatia

In this digital age, almost everyone wants to be seen and go viral, especially every business. To what end though? Is it related to narcissism to strike the ego or is it to actually to provide something that the audience … Continue reading →

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Personal Finance Tips Part 6

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Papatia

Bismillah, Mastering personal finance also has a lot to do with fostering good vibes, good manners, smelling nice and dressing well. Today, I have a small list for you. It will be short and sweet. 1. Pay attention to the … Continue reading →

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To Get a Marriage License or Not to Get One?

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Papatia

Bismillah, Many Muslim couples wonder if they should get a secular marriage license in addition to their Islamic marriage contract. To answer this question we need to realize that it’s a case by case issue. I have seen many scenarios … Continue reading →

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Meet barhoom Brand : The First Modest Styling Service For All Women — Hayati Magazine

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Papatia

OHIO – A new clothing company, barhoom Brand, becomes the first styling company to accommodate both the needs of Muslim and non-Muslim women who seek modest clothing. It’s ground breaking. barhoom Brand launched April 11th, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio. His … Continue reading →

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A GUIDE TO ASEXUAL MUSLIM WOMEN

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Papatia

Bismillah, We marry for different reasons; looks, money, deen, romantic attraction, physical attraction, sexual attraction, etc. While there are good and bad consequences to each of our choices, it’s important to note that some of the choices we make such … Continue reading →

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15 Beautiful Churches and Synagogues in Muslim Countries You Should Know About

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Papatia

From the time of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to his rightly guided Caliphs to the Ottoman empire, the tradition of coexistence with other faiths has been passed down from generation to generation to these days. The idea that non-Muslims living … Continue reading →

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Meet The Three Doctors Who Put Their Lives On The Line To Help In Syria — Hayati Magazine

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Papatia

The civil war in Syria is devastating but I have hope of a better tomorrow because History reassures me. Many other people have hope and they include three brave Doctors of Chicago; John Kahler, Zaher Sahloul, and Samer Attar. Recently … Continue reading →

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Illuminating the Blackness : Blacks and African Muslims in Brazil by Habeeb Akande — Hayati Magazine

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Papatia

Illuminating the Blackness : Blacks and African Muslims in Brazil by Habeeb Akande is an account from a British Historian from Nigerian descent who did an extensive research on the contribution of Africans in the spread of Islam amongst other … Continue reading →

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Your Relationship Needs The A²

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum, Please read my latest post at Hayati Magazine or here 🙂 insha’Allah. *** A good relationship needs The A² . What is The A²? It’s short for The Avenger and The Answerer. Nerdy right? I know! So, we … Continue reading →

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Are You Realistic About What A Real Relationship Is About?

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Papatia

Bismillah. Are you realistic about what a real relationship is about? You probably don’t know the answer so let me help you. A relationship isn’t supposed to be a nice breeze but why do many people think so? Nothing in life … Continue reading →

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Unreasonable Spouse? Try These Tips!

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum, http://hayatimagazine.com/relationship/marriage-relationship/unreasonable-spouse-try-these-tips/ Bismillah. Before we get into the tips, I need to define an unreasonable spouse. An unreasonable spouse is a spouse that makes everything difficult just because they get a kick out of it and because they can … Continue reading →

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In Honor of Black History Month

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Papatia

In honor of Black History Month, meet Mrs. Karimah Grayson. She is “… a Muslim American author. Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Karimah resides in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The love of water and the beautiful blue skies keeps her loving the Sunshine … Continue reading →

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Single & Searching? We Got You Covered!

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Papatia

Meet Zara J. She has cool tips that could help you find the one with two good questions you might be asking yourself in your quest for love at last. Read on!   I.CONSISTENT OR CONSISTENTLY INCONSISTENT? No one likes … Continue reading →

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Why Do We Decide To Forgive Our Spouses?

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Papatia

Jumah Mubarak! 🙂 http://hayatimagazine.com/relationship/why-do-we-forgive-our-spouses/ *** Bismillah, You know what’s ageless? A fight between a couple. It never gets old. You’ll always argue about something. After the hurtful words and deep wounds we inflict upon each other, we go through a … Continue reading →

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Love in Ramadan by Tohib Adejumo

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum wordpress family, NANO is kicking my butt so you see me less here. Insha’Allah, I’ll pull 50k words. Keep me in your prayers and good vibes, amiin. I’ll get on some of the awards you presented me with … Continue reading →

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I Had a Dream!

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Papatia

Originally posted on Between Sisters, SVP!:
? I Had a Dream! (Non-fiction Story-Personal Experience) ? In my family, the people that have premonitory dreams like in Normal Calm are my folks from my mother side. My sister and my mother also…

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Woman Announces Her Husband Is Taking Second Wife

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Papatia

Woman Announces Her Husband Is Taking Second Wife Source: Woman Announces Her Husband Is Taking Second Wife

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How I Came to Wear Hijab at Corporate America

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Papatia

Bismillah, http://hayatimagazine.com/faith/how-i-came-to-wear-hijab-at-corporate-america/ *** As a general rule, I know that everything in my life will be a challenge except for school. I understood everything the teachers explained on the first lesson when it came to education. But in real life, … Continue reading →

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