Muslim Life Hackers - Sumaiya Siddiqui: Understanding Self-Worth and Self-Respect

Sumaiya Siddiqui: Understanding Self-Worth and Self-Respect

07/07/24 • 40 min

In this episode, Mifrah Mahroof welcomes Sumaiya Siddiqui, a relationship and emotional coach, to delve into critical topics affecting our self-esteem and relationships. From understanding the roots of self-esteem issues to learning how to balance humility and self-respect, this conversation offers practical insights and advice for everyone, especially women. Sumaiya shares her experiences and wisdom, connecting everything back to the teachings of Islam, helping listeners build better self-awareness and relationships.
Timestamps:
01:53 Understanding Self Esteem and Its Impact
02:52 The Role of Self Concept and Self Image
04:13 Connecting Self Worth to Faith
08:59 Balancing Self Awareness and Humility
16:48 Accepting Yourself and Overcoming Low Self Esteem
21:31 Cultural Reflections on Family Dynamics
22:46 The Importance of Self-Respect
23:37 Navigating Boundaries in Relationships
26:59 Effective Communication Strategies
36:51 Learning from the Seerah
About Sumaiya Siddiqui:
Sumaiya Siddiqui is a Certified Life Coach from MUMKIN and AWARE ACADEMY (Australia). She is also the Founder and CEO of “Lead to Change” (Sydney). She has a Grad Dip Psychology (JCU, Australia) and is also pursuing a Master’s in Psychotherapy.
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Muslim Life Hackers - Sumaiya Siddiqui: Understanding Self-Worth and Self-Respect

Transcript

Sumaiya Siddiqui00:00:00.000

When you start talking about self respect, you're talking about boundaries. Self respect, like, I'm important and I should be at the dinner table as well, and you cannot start dinner without me.

Mifrah Mahroof00:00:10.615

As-salamu alaykum and welcome to the Muslim Life Hackers podcast. I'm your host Mifrah Mahroof, and this is the podcast where we get better every day. Through conversations with experts, le