Remedies for Nafs Maladies Islam - A Transformational Spiritual & Self-Awareness Course
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Course Start Date: 01 May 2026 (Live on Zoom)
Access: Lifetime access to all recorded sessions via dashboard
Offered by: Sakeena Institute
Introduction: Understanding Remedies for Nafs Maladies in Islam
Every human carries an internal struggle. Sometimes it appears as anger, sometimes envy, and sometimes pride. In Islam, this inner self is called the Nafs. Without guidance, it can push us toward harmful habits that damage our spiritual wellbeing and relationships.
This Islam spiritual wellbeing course is designed as a guided journey to help you understand and heal the Nafs. It combines Islamic psychology of the nafs with modern emotional and behavioral science. The course focuses on maladies of nafs healing in Islam through self-reflection, spiritual practices, and practical psychological tools.
By the end of this program, you will develop greater emotional balance, stronger self-awareness, and a deeper connection with Allah.
Learning Outcomes: Nafs Healing Islam
By joining this Islamic self-awareness course, you will learn to:
- Identify daily struggles related to the Nafs
- Recognize emotional triggers such as anger, envy, arrogance, and greed in Islam
- Apply practical nafs control teachings in Islam
- Use self-assessment tools to understand emotional patterns
- Practice self-reflection in Islam (Murāqabah) and guided repentance
- Integrate emotional regulation in Islam with modern CBT-based techniques
- Develop habits that strengthen spiritual clarity and relationships
- Build long-term spiritual growth and character development
What You Will Learn: Course Modules
This course consists of six progressive modules that guide participants from awareness to transformation.
Module 1: Introduction to the Nafs
This module introduces the concept of the Nafs in Islamic psychology and why purification is essential. You will explore the three states of the Nafs mentioned in Qur'an and Hadith.
Key Learning Areas
- Understanding how to control Nafs in Islam
- Relationship between emotions, behavior, and spiritual health
- Comparing Islamic teachings with modern psychology
- Recognizing human emotional struggles as part of spiritual growth
This foundation helps participants understand that nafs healing in Islam requires both spiritual and psychological awareness.
Module 2: Anger and Taunting – Managing Emotional Triggers
Unchecked anger can damage relationships and spiritual peace. This module teaches anger envy nafs Islam concepts using prophetic guidance and modern emotional techniques.
You Will Learn
- Causes and dangers of anger in Islam
- Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ anger management methods
- Breathing and mindfulness exercises
- Thought reframing using CBT techniques
- Practical emotional regulation strategies
Participants will learn to transform anger into patience and respectful communication.
Module 3: Backbiting, Slander, and Grudges
Negative speech habits quietly damage hearts and relationships. This module focuses on tongue discipline and emotional healing.
Key Focus Areas
- Spiritual consequences of backbiting and slander
- Islamic reminders about guarding speech
- Forgiveness and emotional release exercises
- Journaling techniques for inner healing
- Methods to release grudges and resentment
This section supports the 3 types of Nafs through emotional cleansing.
Module 4: Avarice and Materialism – Overcoming Love of Dunya
Modern society encourages materialism, which weakens spiritual focus. This module explains how Islam promotes contentment and gratitude.
Topics Covered
- Dangers of greed in Islamic teachings
- Psychological causes of consumerism
- Practicing gratitude for spiritual satisfaction
- Building habits of charity and generosity
- Finding balance between dunya and ākhirah
Participants experience freedom through simplicity and gratitude.
Module 5: Envy, Arrogance, and Ostentation
These hidden diseases weaken sincerity and spiritual growth. This module highlights purification methods from Islamic teachings.
Learning Objectives
- Understanding envy and its spiritual damage
- Recognizing arrogance and showing off in daily life
- Practicing humility and sincerity
- Gratitude and self-compassion exercises
- Reflection on death and accountability in Islam
This module supports deeper Islamic psychology nafs transformation.
Module 6: Integration and Personal Action Plan
The final module helps participants apply all learned strategies into daily life.
You Will Create
- A personal nafs healing Islam action plan
- Daily Murāqabah and journaling routine
- Structured du'ā' and mindfulness practice
- Long-term emotional and spiritual growth plan
- Peer learning through group discussions
This step transforms knowledge into lifelong practice.
Course Format and Activities
This Islam spiritual wellbeing course is interactive and practical. Participants actively engage rather than only listening.
Course Activities Include:
- Qur'an and Hadith reflection sessions
- Small group discussions
- Guided mindfulness and meditation
- Journaling and self-assessment exercises
- Spiritual and emotional development practices
The goal is lasting internal change through consistent practice.
Who Should Join This Islamic Self-Awareness Course?
This program is ideal for:
- Muslims seeking remedies for nafs maladies in Islam
- Individuals pursuing spiritual purification and self-growth
- Students of Islamic psychology
- Counselors and therapists exploring faith-based emotional healing
- Anyone struggling with anger, envy, pride, or emotional imbalance
- Individuals interested in emotional regulation Islam techniques
Why Join This Course?
This program uniquely blends:
- Authentic nafs control teachings Islam
- Modern psychological techniques
- Structured spiritual growth tools
- Practical daily self-reflection methods
- Community learning and support
Participants gain tools to improve both spiritual wellbeing and emotional health.
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Course Details
- Level
- beginner
- Duration
- 6.00 hours (3 weeks)
- Hours per Session
- 1.00 hrs
- Lessons
- 10
- Modules
- 5
- Category
- Nafs
- Status
- Recorded
Instructor

Dr. Shahid Ijaz
Islamic psychology specialist- background in Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Shahid Ijaz has spent over ten years working in clinical psychology and education. He heads the Psychological Services Center and teaches at Islamabad Model College for Boys H9. His PhD in Islamic Psychology from International Islamic University Islamabad reflects his focus on integrating faith with clinical practice—an approach that resonates with Muslim communities seeking therapy that aligns with their values. His background combines academic research with hands-on clinical work. He's treated individuals and families dealing with mental health challenges, always working to make therapy both effective and culturally meaningful.
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