Prophetic Habits: Daily Habits from the Prophetic Model for Optimum Living.

What does living a life of service look like? In this final episode, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explores how the various roles in one’s life can be spent in assistance, the concept of leadership, and how to manage them while aiding others. He details the Prophetic example of service and how it can improve one’s life […] The post 12 – Prophetic Habits – Service – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

What does seeking beneficial knowledge entail? In this podcast, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explores the pursuit of Sacred (and other valuable) knowledge. He dives into the proper adab of the one embarking on the journey of Sacred knowledge and how to make this essential Prophetic habit a part of one’s life. Tune in and discover how […] The post 11 – Prophetic Habits – Pursuing Sacred Knowledge – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

We interact with others daily, whether in our intimate relationships or while going about our daily activities. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick delves into Sura al Fatiha, explains human interconnectedness, and warns that the nature of this life tends to be self-centric. He explores the Prophetic habit of connection and analyzes the various social relationships that the […] The post 10 – Prophetic Habits – Connection – Nikah, Family, and Community – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Is it possible to be in perpetual slavehood to Allah Most High? In this episode, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explores how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) was constantly in a state of ibada. He shares essential details about prayer, regular supplication, communication with Allah Most High, and how to transform everyday acts into […] The post 09 – Perpetual Servitude – Prayer, Supplication, and Remembrance – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Many of us have heard of mindfulness and the alleged benefits one stands to gain through practicing it. In this episode, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the Prophetic model of Divine Mindfulness and how it differs from the Western concept of mindfulness. He elaborates on the ideas of Taqwa and Muraqaba from the Prophetic model and […] The post 08 – Prophetic Habits – Divine Mindfulness – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

What does having good character mean? Is it being pleasant in our interactions with creation? In this episode of Prophetic Habits, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains that good akhlaq (conduct) is more than being friendly. He illustrates what we can do to improve our character according to the Prophetic Model. Join us as we learn how […] The post 07 – Prophetic Habits – Guided Character – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

How did the Best of Creation manage his time, and what can we learn from it? In this episode, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick speaks to Sidi Jamaaludeen Khan, a SeekersGuidance family member, thought leader, and coach, about Time Management in Islam. We explore the reality of time management, how to regulate our days, prioritize and schedule […] The post 06 – Prophetic Habits – Time Management – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The Prophet (may Allah bless him and give him peace) and his Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) were naturally physically fit. Getting around meant covering long distances by foot, horseback, or camel. Society was predominantly agricultural, wherein men hunted and farmed food to survive. Unlike contemporary lifestyles, in the time of the Prophet […] The post 05 – Prophetic Habits – Staying Active – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

How does fasting (a physical act) lead to Taqwa (a spiritual act)? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick beautifully explains that in addition to being in a heightened spiritual state, fasting curbs physical and lower desires (nafs). He explores some worldly benefits of fasting, how Sacred Law fasting differs from Intermittent Fasting, and how to gain the benefits […] The post 04 – Prophetic Habits – Fasting – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

What are the Prophetic habits of eating? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick details three qualities of the nutritional habits of Allah’s Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him): 1) eating less and what it means, 2) eating better – more wholesome foods, and 3) in a state of remembrance of God (dhikr). He explains that, in addition […] The post 03 – Prophetic Habits – Eating Less, Better, and in the State of Dhikr – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick appeared first on SeekersGuidance.