Welcome you to Understanding Islam, the Quran, and Muslims. We are excited for those students, teachers, and spiritual seekers who are willing to learn, explore, and understand Islam in depth by analyzing it through a psychological, and spiritual perspective.
We offer educational support to create a better world to defeat fear, misunderstanding, and misconception. Our ASEP course infuses ancient wisdom taught in Islam, psychological perspective, and practical implementation of these concepts in your life and so much more. Each course is different and designed to inspire you, motivate you, and enhance your existential well-being.
This course offers much more than just a basic understanding of the Islamic faith.
In this course, you will learn
- Why do we engage in the religious study program?
- Besides basic practices, you will be exploring much more.
- The broader definition of Islam.
- The 3 main dimensions of Islam.
- Reflection Exercises to analyze your assumptions.
- Resources to further your study.
- Analyze the purpose of life and meaningful existence.
- Belief beyond sensory perception.
- Misconceptions about the Quran.
Who is it for ?
If you are a teacher who interacts with students of different faith traditions, have Muslim neighbors, colleagues, and friends and you wonder what they are all about. What are their beliefs and practices?
If you are new to Islam. This is a course for you.
Your Instructor
Uzma, a bilingual Instructor, passionately supports students in their personal, professional, and spiritual development. In her early education career, she discovered her love for working with adult students and launched the online learning program "The Adult Spiritual Education Program (ASEP)." A pioneer in the psycho-spiritual model of learning, ASEP enriches psychological and spiritual well-being.
Specializing in Positive Psychology Intervention and well-being Programs, Uzma has dedicated 18 years to learning Islamic Science, Theology, Applied Sufi Psychology, Islamic Mystical tradition, and Islamic Eschatology from esteemed scholars like Rober Frager, Malik Badri, Yahya Rhodus, Imam-Al-Ghazali, and Abu Zaid-Al-Balkhi. Her time in Saudi Arabia, immersed in the culture, allowed her to master Arabic and Urdu.
As a spiritual counselor, she integrates Spiritual psychology and Applied Positive psychology into Islamic studies Programs, facilitating transformational change in her clients. Since 2010, Uzma has been guiding Muslim and non-Muslim students on their spiritual journeys.
Certified in the science of well-being, Master of Mindful Meditation Practice, and accredited in Professional counseling and Spiritual Coaching. Uzma is a Specialized Positive Psychology Practitioner with expertise in Existential and Spiritual well-being (SWB, EWB) and Transpersonal Psychology.
Uzma believes in proactive positive changes within society and has proven leadership through years of community service, interfaith work, and civic engagement since 2000. Serving as an Education Coordinator since 2001, she has contributed to organizations such as OCC Diversity and Inclusion, fostering dialogue and diversity among college students.
In 2019, as a Human Rights Consultant, Uzma collaborated with Indonesian delegates in a global leadership program, promoting interfaith dialogue, democracy, human rights, pluralism, diversity, and the impact of women in Western society from Islamic & Judeo-Christian perspectives.
Recipient of the 2015 Community Service Award, Uzma continues to exemplify commitment and dedication. Embrace the transformative journey with Uzma, where she seamlessly intertwines spiritual counseling, psycho-spiritual well-being, and Human Rights consultancy for profound and lasting change.
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