The journey inward w/ Samona

Episódios

• You don't have to be perfect.. to move forward! 04.07.2026 10min

  Whether it's work, people, hobbies, or even your relationship with Allah.. when we fall into self disappointment, we tend to shut everything down. We isolate ourselves, stay in bed, and feel unable to move forward.But what if, after you sin or make a mistake, what you need isn't more shame?What if all that's needed is to inwardly forgive yourself, show yourself compassion, and have the courage to keep showing up despite the heaviness within?
• What If Allah Isn't Number One in Your Heart? | A Gentle Redirection, Not Judgment 27.06.2026 11min

  The things you think about most, run to first, and struggle to put down may be revealing what your heart loves most. This is not an episode to shame you, but help you get into the moment of deep reflection:"am I consuming myself too much in something?""is there something or someone I am giving all my focus too?""what do I need to do to recenter my heart so Allah swt can be the source, so He can be #1 in my heart?"
• The Shayṭān Is Translating This Wrong to You: Maybe the Heaviness Isn't Distance From Allah 20.06.2026 18min

  Deeper reflection for the previous ep!Know that the heaviness you're feeling in worship may not be proof that Allah is far from you. It may simply be the discomfort of a heart returning to Him, while Shaytaan whispers that the struggle you're having in ibadah in this moment means you're failing...Continue the worship, continue the good actions even if it's difficult, do not let the shaydaan win!
• "Its so hard to reconnect back with Allah after I stepped away" 13.06.2026 8min

  Ever feel like your heart is just weirdly off when you're trying to reconnect with Allah after being away? Maybe all it requires is for us to just try our best in doing the khair actions instead of inwardly managing "what is going wrong".Maybe doing your dhikir even if it feels off is the answer instead of knitpicking "why doesn't my dhikir feel meaningful right now"Maybe that weird feeling is just temporary. Maybe the Ibadah feels heavy because you're just in the stage of returning. Maybe with sincere presence and patience... you can feel that same sakinah once againMINI PREVIEW!!! {InshAllah full episode reflection will be posted on the 19th. Stay tuned}
• Even After What You Did | Don't let the sin hold you down 30.05.2026 6min

  To the one sitting after a sin, feeling ashamed and heavy inside…Feeling distant from Allah. Feeling weak. Feeling empty. Feeling like you’ve let yourself down again.Here is a message for you:Don’t let this moment make you think you are far from Allah’s mercy.That sadness you feel is not nothing, it is a sign that your heart still knows right from wrong.Turn back to Him, even in this state of impurity.Allah is not waiting for you to be perfect.. He never was!He is calling you to return back to Him.
• Islamic Coping Without Self-Destruction | Finding Yourself the Healthy Way 14.05.2026 32min

  We are often programmed to turn to distractions and unhealthy coping mechanisms to heal our hearts and minds during times of weakness. In the moments we truly need to turn to Allah SWT, we are taught to seek relief from everyone and everything but Him.In this episode, I share 5 practical steps that can help you find inner peace, reconnect with Allah swt, seek His guidance and support, and avoid losing yourself to the habits you usually fall back into when those emotions and states arise.May Allah swt accept this and allow benefit to reach you through it. Remember, you are human, and it’s okay to make mistakes.. that does not mean it’s over. That habit you keep falling into? You are more than capable of leaving it behind. I know it can feel disappointing, and I know you may often feel discouraged, but I am proud of you for continuing to try.May Allah make it easy for you, keep you grounded, and protect you from losing yourself again. Allahumma Ameen
• The Weight of Watching Others Win 11.05.2026 18min

  When your exposed to everyones blessings and start to feel this internal burden.. know that your time is soonYou are EXACTLY where you are meant to be right now. You have EXACTLY what you are meant to have right now. Your not behind nor are you late.Trust the timing of Allah swt & start building these healthy mindsets to ground yourself for it all starts within...
• "Ya Allah, whats in my decree?" 05.05.2026 14min

  To the one who may be feeling worryful in something Allah sent their way. & mini message to the one who is awaiting duas to come to be:Allah swt has not forgotten you. Sometimes making dua consistently to Allah and not seeing anything in front of you may be hard to sit with. But the beauty? Wallahi Allah always makes a way! Hold on tight to those duas of yours, keep the rope with Allah and stick with the positive healthy thoughts "indeed Allahs help is near", "Indeed Allah has a plan for me", "Indeed Allah did not abandon me"We all have our own kitabs. Our own books of whats decreed and to me? Thats heartwarming to think of for indeed Allah swt is the best of gifters and I will focus on the gifts that He has written for me. #StayOptimistic #Hope
• “that’s so true.. I’m always complaining” | listen to adopt a new way of thinking! 02.05.2026 7min

  ever feel like your in constant complaining in your day to day life? Unable to see the benefits in challenges, pain and fatigue that Allah swt sends your way? Inward peace and gratitude all starts with this hidden key. The key in perspective.. the key in mindset switches. It truly all starts from within- from the way you think, from the way you choose to see things May Allah swt allow us to see the wisdom in every single moment in our lives, no matter how small or big the event is & may each event be a means and doorway to being a grateful servant Allahuma Ameen
• "I just feel so stuck. Im really loosing myself" 30.04.2026 23min

  To the one who is feeling stuck in flaws, feeling unproductive, became comfortable with negative actions and inwardly upset with themselves.. know that YOU ARE CAPABLE of returning to the way of life you are proud of; the life away from bad habits, exhaustion and fatigue.Its all a process - one including self forgivness, dua, support and systems put into place. A process that requires you to focus 1 day at a time!
• your chasing everyone but You... 28.04.2026 18min

  Have you ever felt exhausted, burdened, and annoyed by your own actions of being constantly available to other people? There is a reason why!Your life changes when you make the decision to pause, take a step back, and choose yourself... even if it is just for 1 day.
• when your bad habits hold you down | know that Allah does not judge you 23.04.2026 6min

  Allah does not judge you. Allah does not shame you. Allah sees your efforts, even if it is little, even if you can't make good decisions in that moment -> Allah knows the intention & desire to do better in your heartSo know that the most important thing is to keep trying and trying and trying, no matter how many times you mess up.This bad habit of yours with Allah swt help CAN come to an end and be managed, for it is easy for Allah!
• finding the calm in the rush of this dunya 21.04.2026 19min

  The GO-GO-GO mentality is draining us all. With so much to do and so much noise surrounding us, it’s hard to find time to truly show up for ourselves and our relationship with Allah swt.But what if the solution isn’t as complicated as we think? What if it’s simply a choice to rest? What if the little moments of rest are exactly where our hearts reconnect with Allah?What if the peace you feel in that stillness is your heart drawing closer to Him?What if the tranquility you experience in rest is your mind detoxing finding clarity, and returning to peace again?
• stop feeling sad for yourself | You are worthy of the duas your making 18.04.2026 6min

  Have you ever felt like all you're doing is making dua, but have this feeling inwardly it may not work for you? Have you ever felt like all you do is make dua, but you cannot see how it will fall into place for you?Conviction Allah will answer + inward hope/confidence = the beautiful future you dreamed of and more!
• the guilt that pushed you away from Allah 16.04.2026 5min

  If Allah showed you grace, if Allah forgave you, if Allah gave you another chance.. why can't you forgive yourself?
• The Emptiness Isn’t Random: When Your Heart Is Calling You Back to Allah 14.04.2026 7min

  It only takes one step, one choice, one decision to pause. Listen to your heart because it’s pleading for help; for a way back to its Lord.
• "Me getting close to Allah? Thats unlikely :/” 03.04.2026 9min

  Belief: "I can never be close to Allah or become a friend of His because He probably sees I am not worthy". Istiqfar + Hope + dua/communication with Allah = closeness with your RabbYou ARE worthy! All it takes is a single step, a single choice, and a single decision to start showing up to Allah SWT.
• "Allah won’t accept me… I keep failing Him" 02.04.2026 5min

  Belief #3: "Allah won’t ever guide me.. He sees how bad I am""Allah won’t accept me… I keep failing Him"Don't sit overthinking about what you have done/messed up in and if Allah will forgive you or not, but push forward and take the steps RIGHT AFTER sinning to seek His forgiveness and have the conviction that you are forgiven There's no secret to it, there's no life hack. It's merely having the inward belief that your Lord forgave you, pardoned you, and guided you.. after you returned to Him post-sinning.Istiqfar + conviction + positive thoughts of Allah = ability to move forward, ability to do better actions, ability to feel inner peace.
• "Allah won't forgive me.. I am destined for doom" 01.04.2026 3min

  Belief #2"Allah won't forgive me.. I am destined for doom."Allah swt is the Most Forgiving.. no sin is too much for Him to forgive. Take the shame and regret to Him and run towards His forgiveness rather than drowning in your post-feelings alone/with the shaydaan. Allah loves to forgive!
• "Allah is blessing everyone but me" 31.03.2026 3min

  Debunking series where we talk about negative mindsets people have of Allah & talk through it to develop more healthy/positive ways of thinking.Episodes where we debunk negative mindsets, understand it more clearly and at the same time work towards a stronger relationship with Allah swt!Belief #1"Allah never opens the doors for my life.. He keeps closing them""Allah always blesses other people and never blesses me with my wants"