{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP 30: Healing with Words \u2013 The Art of Giving Advice (feat. Dear Chereen)","description":" In this episode, we\u2019re joined by therapist and life-coach, Chereen, from the popular\u00c2 Dear Chereen advice column. Dear Chereen is an online safe space, known for being a haven for healing, inspiration, and support through their written work and regular Q&A sessions. Having observed Chereen and her team conduct regular Q&A\u2019s on their\u00c2 Instagram page,\u00c2 we wanted to speak with her to dig deeper into the art of giving advice; the do\u2019s and don\u2019ts, the who\u2019s, what\u2019s and the why\u2019s. As Muslims, and as humans, we are social beings by our very nature. We seek acceptance, love, comfort and value time with others. Naturally, we also experience periods of hardship and sorrow, and can find ourselves in need to sharing our feelings with others. While on the receiving end, how do we ensure that we\u2019re providing the best support we can and truly remain sincere?   WHAT YOU\u2019LL LEARN In this episode, we cover the following: Chereen\u2019s story and why she embarked on a journey of helping others Dear Chereen \u2013 what is it, how does it work, and how can we get involved? The importance of learning the art of giving advice correctly and sincerely What are some guidelines for providing support to those in desperate need? The importance of understanding everyone\u2019s unique needs Do you need to be qualified in order to give advice, e.g. via online platforms? How the Prophet (s) used to help and support others Chereen\u2019s recommended book on this topic A personal case by brother Usman on what happened when he applied these techniques How Chereen coped with the sudden death of her father The two most common topics \/ themes that Chereen notices among the questions she receives Today\u2019s Ayah of the Day No disaster strikes except by permission of Allah . And whoever believes in Allah \u2013 He will guide his heart. And Allah is Knowing of all things. [Qur\u2019an \u2013 64:11] View on Quran.com Listen to Recitation RELATED EPISODES Sadness & Anxiety in Islam (feat. Hafsa) Mental Health \u2013 An Islamic Perspective (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed) RELATED POSTS Golden Life Advice by Imam Ibn al-Qayyim In My Loneliest Moment I Found Allah Hardships Can Make us Shine LINKS & RESOURCES The Dear Chereen Blog & Advice Column Dear Chereen on Instagram About Chereen Chereen \u2013 Therapist and Life Coach \u2013 is the Founder of \u2018Dear Chereen\u2019. After obtaining a master\u2019s of science in Counselling and Certification in Life Coaching, she realised that words offered immense healing and motivation. She enjoys writing to nspire, because she truly believes that words are the gateway to our hearts, souls and minds. She wants you to remember that you are wonderful. Get in touch with Chereen at info@dearchereen.com Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the podcast show for free\u00c2 on your smartphone via a range of apps for iOS and Android. SUBSCRIBE The post EP 30: Healing with Words \u2013 The Art of Giving Advice (feat. Dear Chereen) appeared first on Deenspiration. ","author_name":"The Deenspiration Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/deenspiration.com","html":"