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Who is Imam Mahdi? Who is the Dajjal? Is the Dajjal a person, or just TV and mobile? A deep Hindi/urdu conversation on the signs of Qiyamah, Hazrat Isa (AS)'s return and how to prepare.In this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, host Silawath Irshad sits down again with Shaykh Habib Ahmed Al Huseni to discuss what the hadith and classical sources say about Imam Mahdi (Mehdi), the Dajjal (Dajjaal) and the end times, and what Muslims should be doing today.What you will learn:• Why Hadith al-Thaqalayn (the Quran and Ahl al-Bayt) and Ghadeer Khum matter to this topic• Sunni and Shia views on Imam Mahdi, and where they meet• Why a very long life is not a logical objection, according to the guest• Minor vs major signs of Qiyamah, and why the guest says anyone claiming to be Mahdi without the major signs is false• Who the Dajjal is, how technology and media could serve him, and whether TV and mobile are the Dajjal• Prophet Isa (AS)'s descent, Masjid al-Aqsa, the Sufyani, Yemen and Sham• What life under Imam Mahdi could look like: a Madinah-style state of justice?• Why the guest tells Muslim youth to prepare in health, skills, finance and faith, and to be producers, not consumersCHAPTERS:00:00 Why Imam Mahdi matters?00:42 Ghadeer Khum and Hadith al-Thaqalayn: the Quran and Ahl al-Bayt05:18 The rightly guided successors and the twelve caliphs hadith08:33 Wilayat: Ali as the opener, Imam Mahdi as the seal13:53 Quran and Sunnah vs Quran and Ahl al-Bayt: why the two reports differ17:34 Sunni vs Shia: is Imam Mahdi already born?22:35 The long-life question: Prophet Nuh and Khidr26:12 "I don't know": scholarly humility28:37 Signs of Qiyamah: minor and major signs32:34 Major signs of Qiyamah36:12 Imam Mahdi: name, lineage, age and the pledge at the Kaaba41:24 Should we just wait? Why preparation matters44:04 The Dajjal's world: power, politics and the guest's view50:50 Who is the Dajjal? Where he rises and where his power sits55:59 Are TV, internet and mobile the Dajjal?57:13 Prophet Isa (AS)'s return and the shift of world power59:06 How weak will the Muslim world become?60:17 The Dajjal's "donkey": technology, centralised media64:11 The Dajjal's eyes and illusion: VR as a warning66:28 The 30 false claimants and the cities he cannot enter68:20 Why Imam Mahdi moves to Masjid al-Aqsa71:46 Isa (AS) descends at Fajr: who leads the prayer?73:29 The Sufyani, Yemen and Sham: the final battle77:30 Most of the Dajjal's followers women?82:12 Life under Imam Mahdi: justice for everyone?86:12 What should we do today? Health, skills, finance, faith92:54 Closing and book recommendationBooks mentioned: Built By Islam: Your Deen Was Never Meant to Hold You Back by Silawath Irshad.Buy here - https://store.pothi.com/book/silawath-irshad-yaseen-built-by-islam/Al-Qawl al-Mu'tabar fi al-Imam al-Muntazar by Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri (English: The Awaited Imam Mahdi).Buy here - https://www.minhajbooks.com/english/book/249/The-Awaited-Imam/Disclaimer: This is a conversation. The views expressed are the scholar's own reading of hadith and classical sources, not a fatwa. Please consult qualified scholars for rulings.Stay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZYKAhvHgcM0xaSB65hoecYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Shaykh Habib Ahmed Al Huseni:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahmedalhuseni/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ahmedalhuseniFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/habibahmedalhuseni/#imammahdi #dajjal #endtimes #muslim #islam

What should you do when a Jahez (dahej) list arrives? Allama Ahmed Naqshbandi Sahab from Hyderabad answers directly, and explains what Islam asks of Muslim families when it comes to mehr, the walima, and wedding spending.In this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, he addresses a problem many Muslim families face: a Nikah that takes about 10 minutes, wrapped in days of celebration, rented halls and expensive rituals. He shares why Nikah is a Sunnah and an act of worship, and why he says marriage has been turned into a trade and a show. He also covers the mehr, which he describes as the wife's right and a central part of the Nikah, and the role of effort and trust in Allah when a family is waiting for a marriage to happen. He closes with a practical answer to the question every bride's family dreads: what do you say when the groom's side hands you a list?What You'll Learn:Why Allama Ahmed Naqshbandi calls Nikah a Sunnah and a means of protecting the youthHow weddings have become so expensive, and the examples he gives (hall rentals, one-time bridal wear, competing celebrations between siblings)His view on jahez: why demanding it and paying it are both wrong and why marriage should not become a businessWhat the mehr is, why it is a wife's right, and why families should not overlook itThe balance between effort and trust in Allah when a family is waiting for a marriageHis answer if a jahez list arrives at your doorWhy he says a wedding is for worship and not for displayEpisode Breakdown: 00:00 – The 10-minute Nikah and the days of celebration around it02:18 – Welcome and introduction03:25 – Nikah as Sunnah: what expensive weddings do to families and society08:38 – Where the money goes: dresses, halls, and the cost of a single function16:42 – Jahez: When marriage becomes a trade21:34 – Advice for a girl's father on choosing a family24:50 – Competition between sisters and families over gifts28:21 – Educated, practicing families and Jahez lists: why the contradiction?32:32 – Effort and trust in Allah: what to do while waiting for a marriage36:36 – Mehr: what it is and why it matters41:09 – Wedding as worship, not a show43:44 – If someone gives you a jahez list, what do you say?44:50 – Closing and a preview of the next episode on joint familiesGuest:Allama Ahmed Naqshbandi is a Hyderabad-based Islamic scholar and public speaker from the Ahle Sunnat wal Jamaat tradition. A sought-after speaker at religious gatherings across India, from Hyderabad to Gujarat, he is known to his followers as Khateeb-e-Hindustan and Shan-e-Deccan.Host:Silawath Irshad hosts The Growth Mindset Podcast, ranked #3 Best India Mindset Podcast on Feedspot, exploring how Islamic principles build success in this world and the next.Stay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZYKAhv...YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Allama Ahmed Naqshbandi Sahab:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allama_ahmed_naqshbandi_sb/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB88TEOjb2a9X0oF2NWm3WgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/allamaahmednaqshabandi/#jahez #meher #nikah #islam Music licensed through Soundstripe.Code: 5NN7YN0YFN53ECDY, 150FX8ZAFSISBPDF, N475AVNMCYPRCQV0, PM4YIUFKENYQET9C, RBL47GYLMDXSUQYS

Who was Al-Biruni, the Muslim polymath who measured the Earth from a mountain and turned down a reward of silver? Author and researcher Salim Khan tells the story of Abu Rayhan al-Biruni (973-1048), the scholar from Khwarazm (modern Uzbekistan) whose Kitab al-Hind remains a key source on 11th-century India.In this episode, Salim Khan walks through how Al-Biruni, using basic trigonometry and no telescope, estimated the size of the Earth from the height of a mountain at Nandana fort. By the guest’s account, the result came within about 1% of the true figure. The guest also explains why he argues this method was more rigorous than the earlier Greek approach. We cover Al-Biruni’s years under the patronage of Mahmud of Ghazni, his study of Sanskrit and India, and the story of the royal reward in silver that he is said to have returned.Salim Khan also takes on a question many Muslims hear online: were the great scientists of the Golden Age really believers? He argues that claims that figures like Ibn Sina and Al-Biruni were non-believers are false, and that most of the major names were practicing Muslims. He closes with one lesson for Muslim youth from Al-Biruni’s life.This episode is part of our ongoing series on the forgotten Muslim thinkers who shaped the modern world. What You’ll Learn:Who Al-Biruni was and how his life ran from Khwarazm to GhazniHow he estimated the Earth’s size from a mountain using trigonometry, with no telescopeWhy the guest argues his method was an advance over the earlier Greek approachWhat Kitab al-Hind is and why it matters as a source on 11th-century IndiaThe story of the silver reward he is said to have returnedWhether the Golden Age’s greatest scientists were believers, according to the guestThe guest’s lesson for Muslim youth: remove distractions and focus on your goalEpisode Breakdown:00:00 – Cold open: the Earth measured within 1%, and a reward returned01:15 – Welcome and who Al-Biruni was01:35 – Born 973: his early life and his mother, in the guest’s account04:18 – Life under patrons: Khwarazm, Ghazni, Sanskrit and the road to India06:42 – Education and mentors: why he had no formal teachers07:22 – Applying trigonometry to geography: the measurement of the Earth07:51 – The earlier Greek method and the guest’s critique of it12:41 – Al-Biruni’s mountain method at Nandana fort14:14 – The result: how close he came to the true circumference15:11 – The guest’s claim on early ideas of gravity before Newton16:31 – How did he reach this level? Patrons, poverty and coincidences18:23 – The silver reward he refused20:03 – Were the Golden Age scientists believers?20:53 – His major works, from Kitab al-Hind to the Chronology of Ancient Nations22:32 – His Latinized name and his legacy in Europe22:54 – The lesson for Muslim youthStay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZYKAhvHgcM0xaSB65hoecYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Salim Khan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qalamaurkagaz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/qalamaurkagazWebsite: https://qalamaurkagaz.com/#goldenageofislam #islamishistory #albiruni

Can high sugar and high blood pressure silently destroy your kidneys before you even notice? Nephrologist Dr. Shoeb Ahmed Khan from Hyderabad joins The Growth Mindset Podcast to explain why kidney failure is one of the most dangerous diseases precisely because it shows no symptoms until 80-90% of kidney function is already gone.Dr. Shoeb Ahmed Khan is a nephrologist based in Hyderabad, India, and Director of Nephrology and Transplant Services at SAP Kidney Center. He is the founder of the Kidney Warrior Project, an initiative focused on spreading awareness about preventable kidney disease.Host Silawath Irshad brings a personal stake to this conversation: his own father has lived with kidney disease and dialysis for over a decade. Together, they break down why diabetes and high blood pressure are the two leading causes of kidney failure in India, why antibiotics and painkillers are more dangerous to your kidneys than most people realize, and the 8 golden rules Dr. Shoeb recommends every household follow to protect kidney health.This episode also explores the subject from an Islamic lens — how the Prophet Muhammad’s (SAW) teachings on eating less, the wisdom behind fasting, and the practice of trusting Allah’s decree connect directly to the kind of discipline that protects long-term health. Dr. Shoeb shares his own perspective as both a practicing Muslim and a nephrologist on where faith and medicine meet, and where they don’t.What You’ll Learn:Why kidney disease is called a “silent” disease and shows no symptoms until it’s advancedThe real difference between normal, pre-diabetic and diabetic blood sugar numbersWhy diabetes and high BP cause the majority of dialysis cases in India — and why most of it is preventableThe danger of unregulated antibiotic and painkiller use on kidney healthPractical, non-extreme ways to reduce salt and sugar intake without losing your culture’s food traditionsThe truth about pink salt, herbal kidney cleanses, and other wellness trendsWhat the Prophet’s teachings on eating, fasting, and moderation have to do with kidney healthDr. Shoeb’s 8 golden rules for protecting your kidneys, heart, lungs, brain, and liverThe 3 simple tests you should get done once a year to catch kidney problems earlyEpisode Breakdown:02:30 – Why kidney disease is the most “silent” of all major organ failures06:07 – Irshad’s personal story: his father’s 14+ years on dialysis06:58 – Diabetes and high BP: the two leading causes of kidney failure10:40 – Tea, coffee and kidney health: myth vs. fact12:00 – Why overusing antibiotics and painkillers is dangerous13:15 – How to actually prevent high blood pressure18:46 – Why every home needs a BP machine and glucometer22:34 – Diabetes vs. pre-diabetes: the real numbers you need to know25:54 – Practical diet changes that don’t require giving up your culture’s food28:15 – The truth about pink salt and other health trends32:20 – The Islamic principle of eating less, sleeping less, speaking less34:46 – The story of Harun Rasheed and the secret to a long life38:18 – Faith, acceptance, and dealing with illness as a Muslim41:15 – Dr. Shoeb’s 8 golden rules for protecting all 5 vital organs44:18 – The 3 tests everyone should get done once a yearStay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Dr Shoeb Ahmed Khan, Nephrologist:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shoeb.khan.nephrologist/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCR8j2kptxiurA2P6bi-X-zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shoeb.ahmed0786/#kidneyfailure #highbp #diabetes

Did Allah speak directly to Ghaus e Azam Abdul Qadir Jilani? In this Gyarhvi Sharif special, Dr. Syed Rizwan Pasha Qadri — a scholar whose own lineage traces directly back to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) — takes us through the life, teachings, and most remembered stories of Ghaus ul Azam Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA). We cover the famous story of how Abdul Qadir Jilani was made to serve eight years of penance over a single apple — and the twist that followed. We unpack the difference between Ilham and Wahi, the real meaning behind Ghaus e Azam's famous declaration "my foot is on the neck of every saint," and why so many fake, commercialized "pirs" are misleading people today.Dr. Rizwan also leaves young Muslims with a direct, practical message — on spiritual discipline, physical fitness, and why spending even five minutes a day in genuine connection with Allah matters more than people realize.What You'll Learn:The real story of Ghaus e Azam Abdul Qadir Jilani's life — his journey to Baghdad and his connection to the House of Wisdom. The famous apple story and the eight years of service that followed. The difference between Ilham and Wahi, and why the distinction matters in Islam.How to recognize and avoid fake or commercialized "pirs"Ghaus e Azam's core message for young Muslims today — spiritual and physical discipline together.The significance of Gyarhvi Sharif and why it's observed on the 11th of every Islamic month.Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – Why the 11th date matters: introducing Gyarhvi Sharif02:41 – Introducing Dr. Syed Rizwan Pasha Qadri and his lineage06:56 – What is Ilham, and how is it different from Wahi?13:15 – The world Abdul Qadir Jilani lived in: the Abbasid Caliphate and Baghdad19:00 – His journey to Baghdad and his father's role in his upbringing20:20 – The famous apple story: eight years of service39:54 – Ten years unknown: a life of knowledge and spiritual struggle1:15:56 – "My foot is on the neck of every saint" — what it really means1:19:25 – The danger of fake, commercialized "PIRS"1:23:04 – Do you need a living spiritual guide?1:26:22 – The one lesson for young Muslims: five minutes a day with AllahGuest:Dr. Syed Rizwan Pasha Qadri holds a PhD and is the founder and president of The Quran Academy, an institution dedicated to the study and dissemination of the Quranic sciences, where he continues to inspire and educate students in Islamic scholarship. He is a young Islamic scholar based in Hyderabad, India, from the sacred family of Shaykh Abdul Qadir Jeelani (RA), with a direct lineage traced back to Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Known for his work explaining Sufi tradition and the teachings of the Qadiriyya order to a modern audience, he has built a substantial following across social media for his accessible, contemporary approach to classical Islamic scholarship.Host:Silawath Irshad hosts The Growth Mindset Podcast — ranked #3 Best India Mindset Podcast on Feedspot — exploring how Islamic principles build success in this world and the next.Stay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Dr Syed Rizwan Pasha Qadri:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsyedrizwanqadri/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@TarjumaneQuadriyat⁩  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SyedRizwanPashaQadri/#ghauseazam #abdulqadarjilani #gyarvih

Can a Muslim earn money from YouTube without compromising their values? What happens when a creator with 1.5 million subscribers gets offered lakhs from a haram brand — and says no?In this new episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, we sit down with Raghav Sharma — one of India's most respected YouTube creators and the founder of SuperTalks. Starting from absolute zero with no team, no budget, and no connections, Raghav built his way to 1.5 million subscribers through nearly a decade of hard work, failed experiments, and one non-negotiable principle — never compromise your values for money. He has hosted army veterans, doctors, spiritual leaders, and geopolitical experts, and today runs a full media operation with a team of 12 to 15 people. If you want to understand what it actually takes to build something real on YouTube in India, this is the conversation to watch. This episode was recorded in Hindi.Please Note: Scholars have differing opinions on the permissibility of earning through YouTube ad revenue, as certain ads may raise questions from an Islamic perspective. This is a debated matter. We encourage you to consult your local scholar for guidance. In sha Allah, we plan to dedicate a full episode to this topic in the future.Episode Breakdown:[00:00] — Introduction: Can You Really Earn from YouTube?[01:57] — Topic Overview: Growth, Monetization, and the Creator Journey[02:19] — MrBeast, Meaning vs Money — The Most Important Creator Lesson[05:23] — The 3 Second Hook Rule — Your Responsibility as a Creator[07:02] — How YouTube Monetization Actually Works[08:26] — How to Earn Money Before Monetization[08:57] — Seekho Platform — Hidden Opportunity for New Creators[11:48] — Instagram's Silent Scroll — Why Text on Reels Changes Everything[15:03] — TAM — Total Addressable Market Explained[23:55] — Every Creator is Replaceable — Honey Singh to Diljit[24:23] — Facebook — The Most Underrated Platform in India[29:25] — Follower Count is a Myth — What Brands Actually Look For[30:30] — Zero to 100K Subscribers — The Roadmap[39:03] — How Much Can a Creator with 10K Subscribers Earn?[47:04] — Raghav's Journey — From Failed Niches to 1.5 Million[50:46] — The Betting App Offer — He Was Offered ₹10 Lakhs and Said No[54:40] — When Should You Hire Your First Editor?[58:36] — Clarity Before Success — It Took 8 Years to Find His WHY[1:02:14] — What is Flow State and How Do You Get Into It?[1:08:20] — The Three Content Buckets — Trend, Sustainable, and Core[1:12:44] — YouTube Algorithm — Impressions, CTR, and Watch Time Explained[1:18:08] — Why the Thumbnail is the Most Important Thing You Will Make[1:22:33] — Is Content Creation Saturated? The Honest Answer[1:25:46] — The Biggest Mistake Creators Make — Personal Branding🧠 What You'll Learn:How to earn from YouTube before you hit monetizationHow the algorithm works — impressions, CTR, watch timeWhy follower count means nothing without trust and authorityThe three content bucket strategy for sustainable growthHow to identify and refuse haram or misaligned brand dealsWhat flow state is and how to use it for deep creative workPersonal branding — what it means and why most creators get it wrongStay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Raghav Sharma:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themovingship/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC5pEueTEbkzRSWnbDgheEJw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themovingship/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghavsharmaskchildrenfoundation/

What if everything you’ve been told about Tipu Sultan is incomplete?In this new episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, we go beyond emotional narratives and uncover the real personality, vision, and leadership mindset of one of India’s most debated rulers.Was he a hero? A villain? Or something deeper that modern narratives fail to capture?With researcher and author Salim Khan, we break down:The colonial distortion of historyThe Islamic mindset behind leadership and powerWhy Muslim unity and narrative control matter todayAnd what today’s Muslim youth must learn from Tipu Sultan’s lifeThis episode is not just about history.It’s about identity, truth, and the future of the Ummah.⏱️ Episode Breakdown:02:05 – Who Was Tipu Sultan? (Real Introduction)04:17 – Hero or Villain? The Truth Behind the Debate05:50 – How Colonial History Manipulated the Narrative10:53 – How to Find Truth in History (Islamic Perspective)16:17 – The Most Underrated Quality of Tipu Sultan17:48 – Did Tipu Sultan Invent Rockets? (Shocking Truth)20:52 – Why the British Feared Him So Much22:06 – Betrayal That Changed Indian History23:50 – Divide & Rule: How India Was Broken27:00 – Muslim Ummah: Unity vs Division Explained30:10 – Blindly Following Leaders? Major Red Flags32:14 – Real Power in Islam: Control vs Aggression38:40 – Advice for Muslim Youth (Powerful Message)42:50 – Social Media: Distraction or Weapon?44:24 – Are You Consuming or Contributing?45:26 – What Jihad REALLY Means Today48:36 – The Power of Positive Thinking in IslamStay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Salim Khan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qalamaurkagaz/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/qalamaurkagazWebsitehttps://qalamaurkagaz.com/

What if the biggest threat to the next generation isn't poverty, politics, or war — but the phone in their hands?In this powerful conversation, Silawath Irshad sits down with Siddharth Choudhary — speaker, storyteller, and one of India's most authentic voices on mindset and modern life — for a deeply honest discussion on how social media, movies, and digital culture are quietly reshaping the way our youth think, feel, and dream.🧠 What We Cover in This Episode:Siddharth opens with a stat that stopped us in our tracks: when kids today are asked what they want to be when they grow up, the number one answer is no longer doctor, engineer, or astronaut. It's an influencer. From there, the conversation goes deep — into dopamine, desire, distraction, and the difficult truth that most adults aren't willing to admit: this isn't just a kids' problem.We talk about the "WhatsApp University" effect — how adults form entire political and religious identities based on unverified forwards. We talk about screen time at the dinner table and what a child psychologist told Siddharth about toddlers missing developmental milestones because their brains never learned to be bored. We talk about weddings being re-enacted because the camera missed the shot, and what that says about how we now experience real life.But this episode is not pessimistic. Siddharth brings the balance that only someone who lives inside the content world — and has the self-awareness to critique it — can bring. Social media, he says, is a mirror. It reflects you. The algorithm isn't evil. It's trained. And if it can be trained badly, it can also be trained well.He shares practical, honest, non-bookish ways he personally reshaped his own digital habits — including a surprisingly simple method using your phone's screen time settings and the "Not Interested" button that most people never use. He talks about what your Instagram For You page reveals about your character (and why it might be the most honest dating profile you have). And he ends with a question that hit hard:Would the version of you from your childhood be proud of the person you've become?Not your bank balance. Not your follower count. Just you — as a person.If you've ever felt like you're consuming more than you're becoming, this episode is for you.⏱️ Episode Breakdown:00:00 — Intro & welcome01:44 — #1 dream job for kids today? Influencer (not doctor, not engineer)03:08 — How social media is literally reshaping Gen Z's language & personality04:02 — Why Bollywood now casts actors based on Instagram followers05:02 — Weddings redone for the reel — when content replaces real emotion07:04 — WhatsApp University: how adults are just as affected as kids09:20 — What a psychologist revealed about toddlers missing growth milestones11:08 — "I want people to watch me — but not at the cost of society."22:07 — Dopamine explained: why one minute of content ruins real relationships29:17 — Conscious vs unconscious consumption — and how to tell the difference31:32 — Your Instagram For You page is your most honest personality test32:26 — How Siddharth personally reset his own algorithm35:18 — "Social media isn't evil — it's a mirror. It reflects YOU."51:23 — How to spot a biased influencer (the self-contradiction test)59:09 — Why conspiracy theories are exploding worldwide right now1:01:16 — Australia banned social media for under-16s — should India follow?1:05:33 — The one question that will change how you see your life1:08:30 — How to connect with SiddharthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Siddharth Choudhary below:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sidspeakofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidspeakofficial/

No shortcuts.No distractions.No excuses.In Part 1, you heard the journey.In Part 2, you understand the transformation.This is where the real lessons begin.In this continuation with Shihab Chottur, we move beyond the physical journey… and dive into the mindset, discipline, and faith that shaped him during those 1017 days.What does it take to stay focused when:You’re stuck for months with no progressYou have no certainty of successAnd the world around you is full of distractionsThis episode breaks the illusion of motivation…and replaces it with clarity, structure, and purpose.From the importance of a mother’s dua…To the reality of social media distractions…Why does Salah come before everything — even Hajj…This is not just advice.This is a framework for life.Because the truth is:Most people don’t fail because life is hard…They fail because they lack focus, discipline, and direction.If Part 1 inspired you…Part 2 will challenge you.Episode Breakdown:00:17 mins – Family support & power of mother’s dua06:50 mins – Youth mindset vs parents’ wisdom14:30 mins – Reading vs social media distraction18:33 mins – Controlling distractions in the digital age20:50 mins – Patience during uncertainty (Punjab phase)25:23 mins – Unity across religions (real experiences)28:45 mins – Truth vs media narratives31:22 mins – Using time productively (4-month lesson)34:39 mins – Social media & mental drain37:08 mins – Visa realities & challenges40:53 mins – Lessons from different countries43:26 mins – Verifying information before sharing46:09 mins – Are you controlling social media?48:02 mins – Salah before everything51:05 mins – Life after success & staying grounded54:06 mins – Fame vs purpose58:15 mins – Handling negativity1:02:17 hrs – Tawakkul & mindset of patience1:05:16 hrs – Unity within the Ummah1:09:02 hrs – Final message: Focus, intention & AkhirahConnected with The Growth Mindset:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Shihab Chottur below:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPe65Jix1ft48qIRT3zgkgX: https://x.com/SiyaShihab

There are conquerors in history.And then some leaders redefine what victory means.In Episode 2 of Rise of the Ummah, we explore the life and leadership of Salahuddin Ayyubi — the man who united a fragmented Ummah, defeated the Crusaders, and reclaimed Jerusalem after nearly a century.But Salahuddin’s greatness was not just about military victories. It was about character.Justice without cruelty.Power without arrogance.Victory without revenge.In this episode with author and researcher Salim Khan, we dive deep into the mindset, upbringing, leadership principles, and moral character that made Salahuddin Ayyubi one of the most respected leaders in history — admired even by his enemies.From dismantling the Fatimid rule in Egypt without bloodshed…To uniting the Muslim world…To the legendary Battle of Hattin that led to the liberation of Jerusalem…This is not just history. This is a blueprint for leadership.Episode Breakdown:00:00 mins – Introduction to Episode 201:42 mins – Why Salahuddin Ayyubi Is an Ideal Muslim Leader04:05 mins – Justice Without Cruelty, Power Without Arrogance06:04 mins – Respect From His Enemies10:48 mins – His Upbringing & Mentorship Under Nooruddin Zengi15:09 mins – His Personality & Leadership Style18:46 mins – How Salahuddin Took Control of Egypt20:27 mins – Dismantling the Fatimid Empire Without Bloodshed24:09 mins – Uniting Cairo, Baghdad & Damascus25:26 mins – “Sword Defends but Knowledge Sustains.”34:57 mins – The Road to Conquering Jerusalem39:22 mins – The Battle of Hattin Explained43:19 mins – Victory Without Revenge in Jerusalem49:22 mins – Governing With Justice & Religious Freedom57:32 mins – Salahuddin’s Humble Life & Charity01:02:02 mins – 3 Leadership Lessons for Today’s YouthWhat You’ll Learn:• Why character must come before power• How unity without uniformity can strengthen the Ummah• Why was Salahuddin respected even by his enemies• The strategic brilliance behind the Battle of Hattin• How Jerusalem was reclaimed without revenge• The leadership principles modern Muslims can learn today. As discussed in the episode, Salahuddin’s legacy was not just conquest — it was the ability to unite people, govern with justice, and lead with humility.Stay Connected with The Growth Mindset Podcast:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshadFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/Connect with Our Guest – Salim Khan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qalamaurkagaz/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/qalamaurkagazWebsitehttps://qalamaurkagaz.com/