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Are We Becoming Too Self-Centered? | Real Talk ft. Tesneem Alkiek

"Live your truth.” “You do you.” Culture relentlessly pushes us to put ourselves and our happiness above all else. But if that’s the key to fulfillment, why are we more miserable than ever? In this episode, Dr. Tesneem Alkiek unpacks the rise of individualism and moral relativism, the impact of anger on mental health, and how forgiveness and re-centering God can help us move from bitter to better. #realtalk #individualism #muslim #islam 00:00 Introduction: The Mental Health Puzzle 00:37 The Workout Class Metaphor 02:05 Societal Sentiments and Moral Relativism 05:57 Historical Context: From Reformation to Enlightenment 09:47 The Impact of Moral Relativism Today 13:46 The Power of Forgiveness 22:02 Conclusion: Putting God at the Center Click SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 icon to receive the latest updates from Yaqeen! Visit http://www.yaqeeninstitute.org for full access to all research publications, infographics, and videos. Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @yaqeeninstitute!