Reflections at Oasis

This Muharram, Islamicity embarked on a poignant journey through history with a 10-part series honoring 20 extraordinary souls. These individuals, spanning diverse faiths, exemplify the eternal struggle against oppression and the unwavering commitment to uphold their...

By Dr. Şerif Ali Tekalan Medicine and social science are quite similar because both deal with humans as their principal focus. In medicine, it is critical that a person be normal and healthy. Since society is composed of individuals, a society made up of normal and...

    Nowhere, Exactly - ON IDENTITY AND BELONGING M. G Vassanji - Penguin Random House - Mar 26, 2024 | ISBN 9780385696562 Hasnain Walji M.G. Vassanji's Nowhere, Exactly masterfully navigates the intricate themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant...

Hasnain Walji Many of you responded positively to my previous post on the "Dwindling Metaphorical Chocolate Bar," inquiring about how to cherish the remaining time in life. Here's a sequel for what it's worth. When we talk about savoring the last bits of the chocolate...

Hasnain Walji. Ph.D. This Ramadan, I've reached a profound turning point—a realization that the path stretching ahead is now shorter than the one I've already traveled. This moment of clarity hit me with the weight of a profound truth, much like a child who, halfway...

By Hasnain Walji Ph.D. Throughout history, prophets and reformers have delivered powerful messages promoting equality, justice, truthfulness, and peaceful coexistence. These fundamental teachings, divinely ordained, were meant to guide humanity towards a better world....

By Hasnain Walji Ph.D. In our modern world, the interconnectedness of humanity is more apparent than ever before. This idea has been a cornerstone of many spiritual, philosophical, and scientific traditions throughout history. For instance, Buddhism and Hinduism have...

By Hasnain Walji Ph.D. Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, is often regarded as a powerful tool for resolving conflicts between people. It's easy to see why - when we take the time to truly listen to and try to understand another...

By Hasnain Walji Ph.D. Integrity is one of the most important values for human interconnectedness and for the functioning of a healthy society. It involves being honest, truthful, and consistent in one's actions and words. When individuals lack integrity, it can cause...