Mindful Meeting
The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him & his family) said, “The best of you are those who are best to their family, and I am the best amongst you to my family.” Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) said, “May Allah have mercy on those who revive our affairs.” These powerful words shape the foundation of Mindful Meeting—a space where we strive to revive, reform, and strengthen ourselves and our families through meaningful conversations and personal growth.
I’m King Abu, your host. Originally from East Africa and now living in the States, I’m a full-time provider, student, and most importantly, a father to two energetic boys. Life keeps me busy, and let’s be real—Somali tea keeps me going.
But beyond the daily hustle, my journey led me to a painful realization: our communities are struggling with broken families, and no one wants to talk about it. After my divorce, I saw firsthand how unprepared many of us are for marriage and the responsibilities that come with it. Divorce rates in the Muslim Ummah are rising, and if we want to change that, we need to start at the root—by preparing ourselves and our youth for healthy, lasting relationships.
That’s why Mindful Meeting isn’t just about marriage. It’s about holistic growth—spiritually, financially, mentally, emotionally, and physically—because building strong families starts with becoming strong individuals. Every week, I sit down with experts and real people to uncover wisdom, share stories, and learn how to navigate life’s challenges with faith and intention.
This is more than a podcast. It’s a movement—one that calls us to revive the affairs of Ahlul Bayt, strengthen our homes and families, and become the best versions of ourselves. So, grab a cup of my Somali tea, as that’s my specialty, and let’s embark together on this journey.
Lastly, I am known for my Somali tea; it is my specialty!
Mindful Meeting
S2E15 - S2E15 - Karbala: A Legacy of Justice, Resilience, and Awakening - Part Two: Rising Against Oppression
This episode is part two of our powerful conversation with Muhammad Hani Mirza.
We discuss why we need to spread the message of Karbala to the whole world, ways the youth can use the sacrifice of Karbala to rise against oppression, and what it means to be a freedom fighter in today’s world.
Tune in to hear Muhammad Hani talk about the link between spirituality and politics, how to incorporate Allah into your political message, and why we no longer have strong, influential leaders.
What You’ll Learn:
[00:00] Introduction
[01:48] Muhammad’s Favorite Thing About Imam Husayn
[04:52] Using the Sacrifice of Karbala as a Guide in Our Fight Against Injustice
[10:53] The Lack of Good Leaders in the World Today
[15:12] How the Youth Can Connect with the Legacy of Karbala
[22:25] Why the Opinion of the Youth Matters
[23:50] Spirituality in the Fight Against Oppression
[26:33] Bringing God Into Your Political Message
[30:02] Why Spirituality is Not Separate from Politics
[33:10] How to Spread a Universal Message of Karbala
[39:45] The World Needs to Understand the Message of Karbala
[43:55] Parting Thoughts
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Materialism: The Downfall of Society by Muhammad Hani Mirza
Quotes
“If the objective we are trying to gain is social justice, then God must be our metric and our ruler.” - Muhammad Hani
“If we want Karbala to be an inspiration for a movement, we need to redefine what Allah means to us.” - Muhammad Hani
“We don’t have leaders anymore. Why? Because everyone is submitting themselves. Everyone is a slave.” - Muhammad Hani
“Freedom is not being able to do what you want. Freedom is, what you don’t believe in does not hold you back.”- Muhammad Hani
“The issue we have in our community is that people choose not to believe.” - Muhammad Hani
“Political activism is a spiritual deed. Spirituality and standing up against oppression go hand in hand.” - Muhammad Hani
“Allah has given us all the tools we need to teach people about Karbala. But for some reason, we keep the message to ourselves.” - King Abu
