Nichola Taylor

Fredericton

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Want to Make Dawah? Show Them You’re Muslim

Jul 21, 2024 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

When we think about spreading the message of dawah, our thoughts illustrate standing in the street to talk to people about Islam. We imagine answering difficult questions and maybe patiently debating with someone about the ins and outs of our religion. We would love it if a person accepts Islam based on our efforts and how intelligently we answered one of their many questions.
Navigating Social Media: A Guide for Youth

Sep 23, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

Social media has become an integral part of our lives. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube have revolutionized the way we connect, share, and access information. It is an indispensable tool, and probably you too enjoy its benefits. But what about its dark side? Unrealistic standards and dangerous challenges: you might have heard about real-life stories ending in tragedies. How can you tackle these challenges and use these platforms safely?
Powerful Impact of Friends & Friendship

Aug 26, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

We cannot talk about youth issues without diving into the topic of friendship. Good friends have greater ability to lift us up and steer us toward righteousness. On the flip side, negative companions can lead us down a dark path, influencing choices with potentially adverse consequences. Where can you connect with like-minded people with shared values? Whether it’s at a local mosque, Islamic center, charity, or community organization, these are spaces where meaningful connections can flourish.
Navigating Marriage as a New Muslim

Aug 19, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

You are single and have recently embraced Islam. Do you wonder about getting married too? Sister Nichola shares some important things to consider before making the decision of your life. Becoming a Muslim opens up a whole new world. There are so many things to learn and adapt to that it can be overwhelming. It is wise to avoid the pressure of entering into marriage immediately. Give yourself time to acclimate to your new faith, lifestyle, and community.
COMMENTARY: Tenants have little to celebrate on New Brunswick Day

Aug 3, 2023 | nbmediacoop.org | Nichola Taylor

New Brunswick Day is celebrated the first Monday of August every year. It is a celebration of the history, culture and achievements of the province. Many people look forward to the activities planned for this day so they can mix and mingle with their friends. While it is a great chance to plan activities or meet-ups over this holiday weekend, we should ask ourselves what exactly do tenants, those on low-moderate incomes in particular, have to celebrate?
Dilemma Facing New Muslims: Moving to a Muslim Country?

Aug 1, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

You have embraced Islam, and the question arises: Should I stay in the West or move to a Muslim-majority country? Before you make the decision, put aside your utopian ideas, do your research, and be realistic in your expectations. Both places have their strengths and challenges, and culture will also play a role in how people experience religion.
What’s Wrong with Hot-Shorts? Preteens and Summer Fashion Trends

Jul 12, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

In the last few days of school, my daughter came home to tell me that some non-Muslim girls were wearing hot-shorts for school. Then came the dreaded question; “Why can’t I wear them?”My daughter is a 9-year-old preteen and is starting to take an interest in fashion. She understands that, as Muslim women, we wear modest clothing and that, as she gets older, the clothes she wears have to cover her whole body, with the exception of her hands and face.
COMMENTARY: Reinstate the rent cap, because tenants don’t get vacations from rent hikes

Jun 15, 2023 | nbmediacoop.org | Nichola Taylor

NB ACORN’s message to the Higgs PC government is loud and clear: reinstate the rent cap before summer because tenants don’t get vacations from rent hikes. We are tired of the government flip-flopping on the issue of rent control since 2023 started. Minister of Housing Jill Green stated at the housing summit on May 2 that the rent cap was still on the table. This was reiterated by Premier Higgs a few days later.
Building Love for the Seerah

May 25, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

How do we establish an enduring connection between our children and the Seerah? In this episode of Raising Muslim Children in the West, Sr. Nichola talks about the importance of learning the Seerah of the Prophet (peace be upon him) with our children. To fully embrace the message of Islam and create a special link with Allah, we need to understand the life of the Last Messenger. Read Stories from the SeerahThere are many books for children of all ages about the life of the Prophet and the Sahaba.
Converts & Culture: Don't Lose Your Identity

May 15, 2023 | aboutislam.net | Nichola Taylor

As Muslims and converts, your cultural heritage is also part of your identity. While raising Muslim kids in the West, you do not have to leave everything behind that belongs to your culture. Also, converting to Islam does not mean that you have to embrace the culture of a certain Muslim country you are familiar with. So what do we teach our children about it? Take what is good in it and leave what is bad. This is the principle to follow; Sr. Nichola explains why.