Despite her anonymity, she only hopes to share her inner dialogue, lifestyle and offer her support for those who seek it.
Weekly Writes
As she experiences life in real time. She questions herself. She finds herself in thought-provoking revelations. These revelations show what life as a muslimah is really about.
Kitchen Quill
Join her in her hobby as she freely shares with you her freshly discovered recipes, be it self-invented or a family’s secret. (launching in 2025)
My dear sister,
With love,
I hope that life has been treating you kindly. I started The Hayaa Oasis when I was feeling lonely after migrating away from the country I lived in all my life. Despite having everything a Muslimah could ever ask for, there was always an empty hole in my life from having no sisters abroad to fill the voids of companionship that come with having other Muslim sisters around. This, coupled with my relearning of Islam from the foundation up, made it hard for me to connect and feel heard in social circles.
In my mind, I had no sister to turn to because what I needed to share and speak about felt too intimate and private to my hayaa and relationship with Allah (subhana wa ta’ala), especially when it involves discussions that are all too conservative and strange in our current times. It felt isolating to not find another Muslimah who could resonate with me and correct me at the same time—someone who wants to embark on this journey together of relearning and rebuilding our identity as, first and foremost, Muslims.
The thing is, I want to share beyond my musings or firm perceptions of life. I want to share my hobby as well, while I learn about Islam and discover hadiths I resonate with along the way. I am no person of high regard or knowledge; I am a sinner, a layman, and a person of very finite knowledge, much like everyone else. I recognize that mistakes can happen, so I invite you to correct me if I ever err in my words or understanding. Most importantly, I hope to ignite discussions and conversations, creating a space where we can all engage, share, and learn from one another—not just quietly listening, but actively participating in our collective journey. And so I have decided to provide others with what I never received—a space of non-judgment and freedom to express themselves. This is my promise to you, my humble reader: I promise to only want for you what I would want for myself—a friend with whom you can freely share, just as I would with you.
At The Hayaa Oasis, you’ll find musings on life, insights from my journey of faith, and a space for important discussions about topics that we, as Muslimahs, should talk about more—issues that matter to us and deserve our attention. This is why I also want to create a space for life coaching support, where you can seek advice, become penpals, or even work on self-improvement together. This community is designed to be a hidden space where, although we may not know each other personally, you will never feel alone. Anonymity is important to me, especially in our current times when people are quick to judge and find faults in one another. I believe it’s essential to place a veil that protects our privacy and prioritizes our hayaa. This anonymity fosters a sense of connection, allowing us to share our thoughts and experiences freely while creating an environment of support and understanding without prejudice.
As I embark on this journey, I aspire to be a published writer one day and pursue many other passions without ever having to worry about exposing my identity. The Hayaa Oasis is a stepping stone toward those dreams, and I hope it may inspire you to pursue your own aspirations as well. Thank you for joining this quiet and gentle community. Together, we can cultivate a space filled with love and understanding, and as we grow, I hope to share more diverse content that continue to resonate with you.
Until then, may Allah (subhana wa ta’ala) grant you afiyah in this dunya and in akhirah. Amin.
Umm Idris
The Hayaa Oasis 