Serenity, Sleep & Emotions
Stress, anxiety, insomnia, anger, sadness, waswas: finding serenity again with prophetic remedies, calming herbs and Islamic psychology. 41 articles in English.
Remedies for low dopamine
Low dopamine linked to neurological issues can be addressed with a mushroom called lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus).…
Promoting hair regrowth after trichotillomania
Some people are affected by a condition called trichotillomania, a disorder characterized by the compulsive pulling out…
Alternatives to antidepressants
For anyone wishing to reduce their antidepressant dose, the first step is to speak with a doctor, preferably one who is…
Remedies for the urge to do nothing
To address the urge to do nothing, we should always first seek what benefits us, as our Prophet taught us in…
Is griffonia more effective than St. John's wort?
Among remedies for depression is St. John's wort, often taken as capsules or tablets. Is griffonia truly more…
Remedies for OCD
For OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), the professor first recommends talbina, a prophetic remedy that helps fight…
Remedies for nervousness
In the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ we find an effective remedy for calming nervous people: talbina. Olive oil and honey are…
Remedies for insomnia
To treat insomnia, valerian—paired with hawthorn—is often recommended first, as it is known for calming anxiety and…
How to avoid snacking between meals
To avoid snacking, meals should have a low glycemic index, with enough protein, carbohydrates, and fiber. You should…
My husband is hospitalized with Covid-19 on a ventilator and overcome with anguish: how can I help him?
Advise him to place his full trust in Allah; healing comes from Allah, so let him make many supplications. Have him say…
Sleep during Ramadan
Ibn al-Qayyim devoted a chapter to sleep and wakefulness in Prophetic Medicine, urging reflection on the sleep of the…
Hops
Hops, a bitter-tasting plant, is known for its hypnotic and sedative effects, thanks to the bitter compound it contains.