As salaamu alaikum (Peace be upon you) to all of the Muslims!  And, "Peace & Greetings" to any non-Muslim listeners!

Welcome to the first episode of Wellness in Islam!  A new podcast highlighting the "wellness" practices inherent within the religion of Islaam.  If you are interested in wellness but have steered away from some of its practices and concepts, out of fear that it may jeopardize your religion, this is the podcast for you!  In this introductory episode, we'll discuss why it's important for Muslims to have our own space and conversations surrounding these topics!

For any non-Muslim listeners who may be interested in wellness or Islam, there's something for you, too!  To better help you understand some of the phrases frequently used in this episode and future episodes, insha Allaah (Lord Willing), please reference the translations below.

Frequently Used Non-English Phrases:

• As salaamu alaikum - Peace be upon you
• As salaamu alaikum wa rahmatullaah - Peace be upon you and Allaah's Mercy
• As salaamu alaikum wa rahmatullaahi wa barakaatuh - Peace be upon you and Allaah's Mercy and Blessings
• Allaah - The Only Deity Worthy of Worship (The God)
• Subhanahu wa ta'ala - The Glorified and Exalted
• Insha Allaah - Lord Willing/If Allaah Wills
• Subhan Allaah - Glorified is Allaah/Glory be to Allaah
• Alhamdulillaah - All praise is due to Allaah
• Salla-Allaahu alayhi wa sallam - Blessings and peace be upon him