The Sincerely, Sumayah podcast is moving to a new platform called Substack. Become a free or paid subscriber to receive new content, videos and podcasts at: https://sumayah.substack.com All of the Sincerely, Sumayah classic edition episodes will remain available for listeners. A brief episode on boundaries, vulnerability and human limitations. “I don't want to let anyone down, and feel like I've failed them if I can't be supportive. Sometimes I am struggling myself and I realized I have no one who actually listens to me.”

The Sincerely, Sumayah podcast is moving to a new platform called Substack. Become a free or paid subscriber to receive new content, videos and podcasts at: <a href="https://sumayah.substack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sumayah.substack.com</a> All of the Sincerely, Sumayah classic edition episodes will remain available for listeners. A brief episode on boundaries, vulnerability and human limitations. “I don't want to let anyone down, and feel like I've failed them if I can't be supportive. Sometimes I am struggling myself and I realized I have no one who actually listens to me.”

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Final Episode]— I'd love to but I can't.

What happens when you are going through a challenging time and your closest people let you down? What does it mean when they don't show up for you? Can we acknowledge our personal limitations around being there for our people, and extend that compassion to them when it's our turn?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 40] Support During A Crisis — Telling More Gracious Stories

All of our timelines for understanding and growth differ and we can't rush or control our own timing or those of others. Instead of questioning whether we could have done more to get a message across, a different question would be whether our audience is ready to hear it.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 39] Are They Ready to Hear It?

Where's the line between playing the part and being an entire human being? Thoughts on navigating vulnerability, openness, reality and truth in the context of social media and marketing.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 38] Social Media: A Perfectly Polished Performance 

Allah (awj) is inviting you to come back to Him. He has not given up on you. He still wants you. He sees the good in you, even when you no longer see it in yourself. Even after a million mistakes. All you need to do is to turn to Him

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 37] A Million Mistakes 

You aren't unworthy, corrupt or so lost that you should just give up on yourself. You're not too far gone. If you have nothing else, hold on to the one last thing. It may be the thing that saves you.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 36] One Last Thing

Where's the line between trusting in Allah and tying your camel? How do you know when you've done enough? What if you miss out on a chance?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 35] Trusting Divine Timing 

This one is for all of the kindhearted, naturally giving, generous people who have become afraid of being used or taken advantage of. You can set boundaries that protect you and allow you to decide when and how you help others. It doesn't make you withholding or selfish, it just makes you human.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 34] Giving with Healthy Boundaries 

This episode is about the fear of being too needy in relationships and how to manage our expectations and emotions.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 33] The Fear of Being Too Needy

A lie has a mother &amp; father. Let's examine our role in creating a safe environment in our marriages, families and the community at large.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 32] Creating Safety in Relationships

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What happens to a couple when one person makes their partner the center of their universe? Where are the lines between our individual lives and being part of a couple?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 31] Where The Couple Ends & You Begin

It makes it a lot easier for them to show up for you in the right way when you tell them how you want to be loved, and vice versa.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 30] How Can I Love You Better?

We can both accept things that are outside of our control, and allow ourselves to feel how we do about them happening.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 29] The Delicate Dance of Friendship

Just like you understand its natural to spend time getting to know someone you just met, you also need to take the time to get to know yourself. It isn't arrogant or selfish to ask questions, reflect or pay attention to your inner world.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 28] Taking the Time to Get to Know Yourself

A person who gives with the expectation of getting the same in return will feel resentful and empty when they don't get that. When you don't love and respect yourself it can actually drive healthy people away from you. Securely attached, emotionally healthy people aren't usually drawn to people-pleasing or martyr behaviour.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 27] Transactions & Unspoken Expectations

It's really hard to mentor someone who isn't willing to get curious about themselves. People tend to be focused on analyzing others' behaviours and choices. A key qualifier for effective healing and growth is being open and curious about your own inner world.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 26] Getting Curious About Our Inner World 

Taking responsibility for the process of your growth and healing means dealing with triggers and setting healthy boundaries.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 25] Balancing Boundaries & Triggers

I haven't met anyone who meets my criteria without deal-breakers. Does this mean I'm being too picky? Where's the line between having impossible standards and settling?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 24] Red Flags & Deal-breakers • Am I asking for too much?

Each person comes with their gift. Can you be receptive to the gift and let the experience go with grace? Can it mean that Allah (swt) is showing you that you are worthy and that this is possible for you?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 23] The Gift of Possibility 

There are relationships that primarily take from us, others that nourish us and some that do both. Which is which?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 22] Friendship • An Exchange of Energy

I only recently discovered this podcast and accidentally stumbled upon a gem. I really love the truthful reminders and reflections of sister Sumayyah. It’s really wonderful to listen to and the episodes are the perfect length.

Love this!

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For the fighters who are in the heart of the storm. You can put down the armor. You are safe with Him (swt) ❤️

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 14] Acceptance: A Safe Haven in Hardship

Can we move away from the idea of love being something scarce that must be sought or performed for? And move towards seeing love as something abundant and ever-present. If you knew you were loved and supported unconditionally, what would change for you?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 13] The Abundance of Love 

A letter to you, beautiful girl with the broken heart. You know who you are ❤️

 Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 9] Beautiful One with the Broken Heart

You have the ability to meet your own needs. A simple powerful shift towards your personal wellbeing.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 11 ] Give Yourself What You Need

Treat people as you'd like to be treated. Being disrespectful or unkind thinking that people of faith will tolerate it is a flawed assumption.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 10] On Boundaries & Bad Adab 

On being stuck and making tough decisions.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 12] Permission

We plan and Allah plans. A story about trust in Allah, hardship and ease.

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 3] Stories of Trust 

How do you define yourself? Who are you really? Who do you think we need you to be?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 8] Identities & The Business of Connection

You're doing so much and you make it look so easy! How do you do it all?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 7] Super Mom & Other Mythical Creatures

Is cultivating a spiritual connection to your faith a substitute for applying yourself and doing the work to grow and heal?

Sincerely, Sumayah // [Episode 6] Spirituality vs. Personal Development

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