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In today’s episode of The Thinking Muslim, we are joined by Dr. Mohsin Ansari for a deep and timely conversation on the challenges facing Muslim communities in the United States, especially when it comes to youth, identity, and staying connected to the deen in a rapidly changing world.

We explore how cultural shifts, the post 9/11 landscape, and evolving ideas of “progressivism” are shaping the experiences of young Muslims today. Dr. Mohsin Ansari shares practical insights on parenting with intention, strengthening community bonds, and preparing the next generation to navigate higher education and the realities of modern society without losing their Islamic grounding.

The discussion also touches on internal migration trends within the U.S., particularly the movement toward states like Texas, and what this means for the future of Muslim communities. We end by reflecting on whether there is a deeper disconnect within the community and what can be done to address it.

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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:05-– How liberal are young Muslims in the U.S.? What can parents and communities do to keep youth connected to their deen?
11:05 - The post-9/11 environment and the idea of “diluting the deen”
18:43 - Conversations with parents and communities about being progressive
25:05 - Taking deliberate steps in parenting
41:40 - Preparing your child for the real world: a discussion on higher education
51:45 - Muslim communities in the U.S.: understanding internal migration to Texas
57:09 – Is there a failing in our community? Exploring mindset and disconnection from Islamic work

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