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Rahma with Rose
Welcome to "Rahma with Rose," a bold space of warmth, understanding, and pluralism in a world that often feels chaotic, polarized, and judgmental. You are not alone, and the stories I share here will reinforce this.
Join Dr. Rose Aslan, transformational life coach, scholar of religion, and breathwork teacher, as she delves into inspiring stories, practical tips, and thought-provoking and heartfelt conversations with thought leaders, healers, coaches, mental health professionals, scholars, and others.
Get inspired and learn about it, and join me in the quiet revolution of women healing around the world.
Links: https://lnk.bio/dr.rose.aslan and website: compassionflow.com
Episodes
33 episodes
Building Resilience and Small Steps Back to Yourself: A Conversation with Henrietta Szovati
In this episode, I sit down with Henrietta Szovati to explore a journey shaped by profound moments and courageous leaps. Henrietta recalls how a near-death experience during a mountain hike opened up her path to spirituality, leaving her search...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:05:28
Balancing Religion and Culture in a Secular Society: A Conversation with Shahira Qudrat
In this episode, I sit down with Shahira Qudrat to discuss her lifelong spiritual journey and the challenge of reconciling her Afghan cultural upbringing with her American identity. As a young Afghan-American woman, Shahi...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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33:59
Overcoming Trauma and Finding Happiness: A Conversation with Samia Bano
In this podcast episode, I chat with Samia Bano about her spiritual journey and how she overcame childhood sexual abuse to find inner peace and become a peacebuilder in her community. Samia shares how healing came through counseling, connecting...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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Rose Guest Episode, "Get to Know Rose" on Include with Dr. Liz Podcast
This is an episode from the podcast Include with Dr. Liz, who invited me to appear on her show.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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Bridging Secular and Islamic Spirituality: A Conversation with Zahra Aljabri
In this episode, I speak with Zahra Aljabri, a spiritual coach from California and the oldest daughter of immigrants from Kenya, who shares her journey in understanding and connecting with spirituality. Zahra initially viewed her religion as a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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Weaving Lived Muslim Experiences into Fiction: A Conversation with Leila Aboulela
In this conversation, you can listen to me conversing with one of my favorite novelists, Leila Aboulela. What's even more remarkable about Leila's work, apart from her delicious writing style that makes me wish her books and short ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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Intersections of Spirituality, Creativity, and Ecology: A Conversation with Medina Tenour Whiteman
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Medina Tenour Whiteman, a talented writer, poet, and singer, to chat about her fascinating life journey. We dive into how she uses spiritual practices like writing, singing, and meditation to navi...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:07:40
Rose Guest Episode: "Shame, Activism & Oppression" on Untethering Shame Podcast
This is an episode from the podcast Untethering Shame with Kyira Wackett, who invited me to appear on her show.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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How to Live an Ethical and God-Conscious Life: A Conversation with Sa’diyya Shaikh
In this rich conversation, Dr. Sa’diyya Shaikh, Professor in the Study of Religions at the University of Cape Town, shares her personal journey of growing up as a Muslim in South Africa during the apartheid era and how this informs her study of...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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The Spirituality of Justice: A Conversation with Layla F. Saad
In this episode, I speak with a woman whose podcast has deeply inspired me and whose writings have made significant waves in anti-racism movements. I had the opportunity to fangirl a little with Layla F. Saad as we discussed her journey to beco...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:01:55
What happens when you know it’s not just you?
In this episode, Rose reflects on her creative work and the inspiration behind her podcast. In her life, she often explores ways to help others feel like they are not alone and are not the only ones who don’t feel like they fit into the status ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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Launching Season 2: Remaining in a State of Compassion Amidst Challenging Times
Rose welcomes listeners back to Rahma with Rose for the podcast's second season. She offers an update about her life and struggles and describes her Ramadan 2024 experience. She emphasizes the need to stay empathetic and aware while witnessi...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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Exploring Inner Strength and Overcoming Adversity: A Conversation with Zaahida Mahomedy
In this podcast episode, Zaahida Mahomedy shares her spiritual awakening and personal growth journey. Beginning her spiritual exploration at 13, influenced by her grandmother's devotion to the Qur’an, Zaahida navigated the challenges of growing...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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46:21
On Being a Professional Muslim: Rose Aslan Interviewed on "I'm a Muslim (And That's OK!)" Podcast
In this episode, Rose candidly converses with Shehla Faiza on her podcast, I'm a Muslim (And That's OK!), sharing her experiences as a "professional Muslim" in the U.S. and why she eventually left that role. Rose discussed the challenges and pr...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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Finding the Divine in a Secular Society: A Conversation with Dr. Rebecca Masterton
Listen to my chat with Dr. Rebecca Masterton as we explore her journey of finding spiritual meaning in secular British society. Rebecca talks honestly about feeling out of place in a society where deep spirituality isn't often a priority. She s...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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52:05
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Finding Peace within the Ambiguity of Life and Spirituality: A Conversation with Amanda Quraishi
In this episode, I speak with Amanda Quraishi, aka Q, about her life journey through numerous religious and spiritual communities. We walk through the sensitive territory of leaving a cult in her youth, exploring various spiritual paths, and be...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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58:11
Living a Life of Spiritual Thirst: A Conversation with A. Helwa
In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with A. Helwa, whose writings have touched tens of thousands of people around the world, the celebrated author of Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam. We explor...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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Healing Trauma by Embracing Sacred Femininity: A Conversation with Raja Ávila
In this episode, I speak with Raja Ávila about her spiritual and healing journey that led her on a path to immersing herself in the Sufi path. Raja is a wife, mother of two boys, a feminine embodiment coach, and a Sufi spiritual healer. She is ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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Walking the Spiritual Path as a Scholar-Activist: A Conversation with Dr. amina wadud
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. amina wadud, aka the Lady Imam. She is well-known as one of the foremothers of Islamic feminism and has been a student of Islam for over 50 years. An outspoken activist and scholar with a focus on Islam, just...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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57:02
Reading the Body to See the Soul: A Conversation with Dr. Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi
Ever felt an unquenchable thirst for understanding the greater purpose of existence? Ever wondered how to navigate life's challenging terrains with the compass of spirituality?In this episode, we venture into the realm of embo...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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(Part 1) Picking up the Pieces After Burnout: A Conversation with Edina Leković
In this two-part episode, I'm joined by Edina Leković, a prominent spokesperson for Muslims in the post-9/11 United States. We explore her journey from defending Muslim rights to experiencing burnout and rediscovering herself.With over t...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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39:53
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(Part 2) Picking up the Pieces After Burnout: A Conversation with Edina Leković
In this two-part episode, I'm joined by Edina Leković, a prominent spokesperson for Muslims in the post-9/11 United States. We explore her journey from defending Muslim rights to experiencing burnout and rediscovering herself.With over t...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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From Tragedy to Fulfillment: A Conversation with Shazia Imam
Shazia's story begins in a small American town, where she faced unique challenges as a Muslim. It was not until later in her life that she renewed her connection with the Divine after losing her son soon after his birth and then going through...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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Challenging Concepts of Authority in Islam from a Compassion-Based Approach
In this episode, Rose gets vulnerable about notions of authority in Islam and why it’s such a complex and touchy subject—drawing upon her years as a scholar of religious and Islamic studies and working with Muslim clients as a life coach. She l...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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Nurturing Our Mental Health from a Spiritual Perspective: A Conversation with Maryam Qadri
Discover how Maryam Qadri found unity and love through her multi-faceted, multi-religious spiritual journey, from her initiation into Sufism to her exploration of essential spirituality through her fluid religious identity and practice. Maryam ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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37:59