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by Assia • The Mizaan

5.0(78 reviews)
19 episodes
Updated Bi-weekly
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Podcast Overview

In a world that often feels overwhelming, it is important to take a step back, reconnect with Allah, but also, with ourselves. In Balance is a podcast dedicated to exploring how faith and health, both physical and mental, intertwine in our daily lives and how we can finally find balance by embracing the principles of our beautiful deen. Through insightful conversations with inspiring Muslim women from all around the world, we explore topics that resonate with everyone, share our stories and give advice to our sisters listening with one idea in mind: grow and bloom together insha'Allah.

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12/3/2023

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Episode thumbnail for Season 2 Episode 7|Let's Talk First Time Sex with Amirah Zaky, Sexual Intimacy Educator & Vaginismus Expert

June 26, 2026

Season 2 Episode 7|Let's Talk First Time Sex with Amirah Zaky, Sexual Intimacy Educator & Vaginismus Expert

<p>In this episode, I sit down with <strong>Amirah Zaky</strong>, sexual intimacy educator and vaginismus expert, for an honest and compassionate conversation about fear, intimacy, and navigating first-time sexual experiences as Muslim women. </p><p>We discuss the emotional and psychological barriers that can make intimacy feel overwhelming, how shame and cultural expectations impact our relationship with our bodies, and the importance of healing, communication, and self-compassion.</p><p>This episode is a gentle reminder that intimacy is not just physical: it’s deeply emotional and spiritual too!</p><p>Please leave a review to help the podcast reach more Muslimas navigating life, relationships, and healing ✨</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links of my guest:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Amirah&#39;s Instagram: </strong>https://www.instagram.com/amirahzaky</li><li><strong>Amirah&#39;s TikTok: </strong>https://www.tiktok.com/@amirah_zaky</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>My Links:</strong></p><ul><li>My Book The Winds of Change: ⁠⁠⁠⁠<a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://amzn.to/49zlWcC⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></li><li>My Newsletter: <a href="https://themizaan.substack.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://themizaan.substack.com</a></li><li>My Instagram: instagram.com/themizaan</li></ul>

Episode thumbnail for Season 2 Episode 6|What's with the Marriage Crisis ? With Humeyra Nur Celebi, Co-Founder of Ruh

December 25, 2025

Season 2 Episode 6|What's with the Marriage Crisis ? With Humeyra Nur Celebi, Co-Founder of Ruh

<p>In this episode, I am joined by Humeyra, the co-founder of Ruh, a platform dedicated to Muslim therapy and mental health, and a therapist specialized in family and marriage counseling. </p><p><br></p><p>Together, we explore what’s really behind the rising struggles in Muslim marriages, from unmet expectations and communication breakdowns to cultural pressures, mental health and faith perspective on this topic. Humeyra shares what she’s seeing on the ground through her work, common patterns couples face, and how our deen can be a source of healing rather than guilt.</p><p>I hope you find this episode as grounding and eye-opening as I did! </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About my guest:</strong><br>Ruh Platform: https://www.ruhcare.com/Ruh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruhcare/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My Book</strong><br>The Winds of Change is now available worldwide: https://www.lulu.com/fr/shop/assia-boukrouh/the-winds-of-change/paperback/product-576mvy8.html?page=1&amp;pageSize=4</p><p><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">⁠</a></p><p><strong>My links:</strong><br>Instagram: instagram.com/inbalance.podcastInstagram: instagram.com/themizaanYouTube: youtube.com/themizaan</p>

Episode thumbnail for Season 2 Episode 5|Islam, Culture & Identity : Growing up as a Diaspora Kid with Bayan Fares, Founder of the Badan Collective

August 22, 2025

Season 2 Episode 5|Islam, Culture & Identity : Growing up as a Diaspora Kid with Bayan Fares, Founder of the Badan Collective

<p>In this episode, I’m joined by <strong>Bayan Fares</strong>, founder of the Badan Collective, to talk about navigating identity, balancing cultural and societal expectations, and the role of faith in maintaining mental health—especially during difficult times for Palestine. </p><p>Bayan also shares how reconnecting with her heritage through tatreez has empowered her and inspired others in the diaspora.</p><p>Please leave a review as it helps the podcast to be discovered by likeminded sisters who are navigating life as Muslimas! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for tuning in this season, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed working on it, please let me know your feedbacks!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links of Bayan :</strong><br>Website: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.badancollective.com</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/badan.collective" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/badan.collective</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>My Links:</strong><br>My Book The Winds of Change: ⁠⁠⁠⁠<a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://amzn.to/49zlWcC⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><br>My Newsletter: <a href="https://themizaan.substack.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://themizaan.substack.com</a><br>My Instagram: instagram.com/themizaan &amp; instagram.com/inbalance.podcast </p>

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What is In Balance?

In a world that often feels overwhelming, it is important to take a step back, reconnect with Allah, but also, with ourselves.

In Balance is a podcast dedicated to exploring how faith and health, both physical and mental, intertwine in our daily lives and how we can finally find balance by embracing the principles of our beautiful deen. Through insightful conversations with inspiring Muslim women from all around the world, we explore topics that resonate with everyone, share our stories and give advice to our sisters listening with one idea in mind: grow and bloom together insha'Allah.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates bi-weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 7 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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