Listen "EP 27 – How Suicide Led Me to Islam w/ JustUmr"
Episode Synopsis
TRIGGER WARNING:In this episode, JustUmr talks about the events that lead to him letting go of the whispers of the ego and embrace a grounded lifestyle, in that journey he was contemplating suicide. This could trigger some listeners and viewers, please be advised!What happens when rock bottom becomes the starting point?In this episode of the Barakah Blueprint Podcast, I’m joined by JustUmr, who shares his raw story of battling suicidal thoughts and finding Islam at the edge of despair.We talk about:The mental battles no one seesThe danger of the ego and how it is a growing problemDiscipline, prayer, and reframing life through IslamLessons on hope, resilience, and identity in today’s worldThis conversation is not about glamorizing pain — it’s about showing how the darkest nights can lead to the brightest dawns.👉 If you’ve ever struggled with meaning, battling the ego or mental health, this episode will give you perspective, honesty, and hope.Free Resources: Get your FREE 5Day Blueprint at https://startyourhijrah.comJoin my SKOOL Community here: https://www.skool.com/hijrahhacks-basecamp-9130/about?ref=74cfb7e28e374a3fb7791bcdc12900aeTimelines:00:00 - Personal Struggles and Spiritual Awakening15:46 - Finding Strength and Divine Guidance33:09 - Islam as Protection and Community Challenges37:38 - The Growing Theme: The Danger of the Ego49:36 - Appearance, Secularism, and Distance from God54:09 - Materialism, Social Media, and Moral Decline83:43 - Challenges of Quranic Understanding and Translation96:47 - Encouragement to Take on the Quranic Challenge102:35 - The Challenge of Maintaining Quranic Memorization115:56 - Closing Remarks and The Barakah Blueprint Mission
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