How to Talk to Us about Islam (Part 1)
While travelling to give talks and lectures around the world, I meet all types of people who are curious about my culture, or who have had some experience with it and want to share their stories.
How to Talk to Us about Islam (Part 2)
Having patience is one of the traits of a Muslim, and I’m not sure why it’s not practiced in these cases. Most probably born Muslims are too excited about gaining a new Muslim and assume that all a person needs to change faith is some “encouragement” from others. This of course is not true, but unfortunately many have little or no experience of dealing with non-Muslims or people from different cultures.
How to Talk to Us about Islam (Part 3)
One of the basic communication skills that most of us overlook is effective listening. People think 4 times more when they’re listening in comparison to when they’re doing the talking themselves.
How to Talk to Us about Islam (Part 4)
Many Muslims in non-Muslim environments face a dilemma when someone asks them to explain Islam or to justify some rituals or behaviors Muslims practice. Particularly following the shocking events of September 11th., many doubts and suspicions were created on both sides: Non-Muslims are suspicious of Muslims being terrorists, while Muslims are suspicious about spies and infiltrators of the community.