Government vs. Private Sector: Key Mindset Differences Shaping Employee...
The working environment in government institutions and private sector companies is often starkly different, shaping distinct mindsets among their employees. These differences are influenced by...
View ArticleThe Spiritual Appeal of Umrah: Why This Pilgrimage Is Becoming More Popular...
In recent years, there’s been a noticeable surge in the number of Muslims undertaking Umrah. Once considered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity or a prelude to the Hajj, Umrah has become a popular...
View ArticleThe 3 Circles of Influence: An Islamic Perspective on Focusing Your Energy
Salam Jumaat Mubarak! On this blessed Friday, it feels apt to share a powerful observation on how we can better manage our lives and fulfil our responsibilities as Muslims. Let’s consider the concept...
View ArticleStoic Wisdom and Islamic Teachings: 7 Timeless Lessons
Assalamualaikum and Jumaat Mubarak to all. What strikes me about the overlap between Stoicism and Islam is how similar they are in tackling the big questions of life. You’ve got ancient Greek...
View ArticleTeaching Adab and Akhlak to Children in a Digital Age
In today’s world, where children are increasingly exposed to digital influences, teaching them the timeless values of adab (etiquette) and akhlak (moral character) can feel like an uphill battle. From...
View ArticleMy Thoughts on Growing Grains, Trees, and People
“If you want a year of prosperity, grow grain; 10 years of prosperity, grow trees; 100 years of prosperity, grow people.” This Chinese proverb got me thinking. As someone born and raised in Brunei—an...
View ArticleReflections from My First Umrah
Alhamdulillah, we’ve returned safely from our Umrah journey, and as I sit down to reflect, it’s difficult to capture the depth of emotions and lessons from this incredible experience. What began as a...
View ArticleExactly Where I Need to Be
An old friend whom I hadn’t seen in awhile asked how things were, and without hesitation, I said, “I am exactly where I need to be.” It wasn’t something rehearsed, nor was it a way to sidestep the...
View ArticleMMN 2025 so far…
The 2025 session, which began on February 26, has introduced several noteworthy changes that could impact our daily lives. Let’s break down some of the key highlights: Twice-Yearly LegCo Sessions In a...
View ArticleThoughts on Wawasan 2035
Assalamu’alaikum everyone. Over a teh-c kosong and roti kahwin, I’ve been reflecting on the Wawasan 2035 Supreme Council meeting chaired by His Majesty. With just a decade to go, the question is – are...
View ArticleTraffic and the National Psyche
Ever noticed how traffic tells you a lot about a country’s personality? It’s like the national psyche on wheels. You can learn more from 15 minutes on the road than from a 300-page vision document....
View Article55 today…
Not quite young. Not yet old. Just… 55. Somewhere along the way, birthdays stopped being about cake and candles and started becoming markers of time. Not time wasted, but time lived. Experiences...
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