The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah

Tag: Feminism

  • The Misunderstood Feminine: PCOS, Power, and Pink Wraps

    The Misunderstood Feminine: PCOS, Power, and Pink Wraps

    The author reflects on embracing her femininity while managing PCOS, highlighting her journey from insecurity to self-acceptance. Despite societal pressures and male-dominated environments, she celebrates her unique identity, merging her interests with traditional femininity. Ultimately, she advocates for a broad understanding of womanhood, championing strength and authenticity.

  • Let’s Talk About It: Muslimah’s Opinions on Medical Cannabis

    Let’s Talk About It: Muslimah’s Opinions on Medical Cannabis

    The post highlights a conversation with a close friend about Medical Cannabis, emphasizing the author’s advocacy and personal transformation regarding its use. It encourages open-mindedness and dialogue, particularly within the Muslim community, regarding how medical Cannabis relates to an Islamic lifestyle, inviting readers to share their thoughts.

  • Setting Boundaries: Protecting My Peace with PCOS

    Setting Boundaries: Protecting My Peace with PCOS

    The author reflects on their journey toward self-acceptance and prioritizing their mental health amidst struggles with PCOS, anxiety, and depression. They emphasize the importance of being their own source of joy and happiness, moving beyond words of affirmation to action. Establishing boundaries, they seek meaningful connections while focusing on self-love and care.

  • My Journey to a Healthier Body and Mind

    My Journey to a Healthier Body and Mind

    The author reflects on their evolving relationship with their body and commitment to healthier living. They aim to improve their diet by reducing sugar and junk food while incorporating exercise, driven by personal goals rather than external validation. Despite setbacks, they find joy in fitness and self-acceptance, focusing on inner strength and progress.

  • Grateful Reflections on Two Years of Blogging

    Grateful Reflections on Two Years of Blogging

    The author celebrates their two-year blogging anniversary, expressing gratitude for being nominated for the Sunshine Blogger Award and reflecting on their journey. They cherish support from readers and highlight their favorite post, “Not Black Enough.” Additionally, they valued connections made as a featured blogger on Hijabie Hood. Excited for future growth, they appreciate their community.

  • Celebrating One Year as The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah

    Celebrating One Year as The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah

    The author reflects on a year of blogging unexpectedly, expressing pride in sharing her unique perspective as a young Black Muslim woman. Initially an online diary, her blog, The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah, gained readership and engagement, leading to meaningful connections, discussions, and opportunities, inspiring her to continue this journey.

  • The Strength of Women: A Personal Feminist Journey

    The Strength of Women: A Personal Feminist Journey

    The author reflects on her identity as a young Black Muslim woman and her inherent feminism. She highlights the societal undervaluation of women, particularly women of color, and her father’s support. Influenced by media and history, she identifies the need for women’s rights and celebrates Women’s History Month as significant in her life.