 This four-day retreat in the secluded setting of Wisemans Ferry in New South Wales Australia will delve deep into practical aspects of Islamic self-development and psycho-spiritual wellness. We will explore and practice muhasabah (self-introspection), tafakkur (contemplation), and ilm an nafs (the science of the soul within the Islamic tradition) and learn tools to implement in day-to-day life. Participants will engage in individual introspective directives and group processes in an experiential programme of self-discovery and embodied spiritual practice. Some light physical exercise will be an integral part of the programme, with nature walks, archery, and martial arts, so be ready to invigorate your body as you enlighten your soul. The sessions will be facilitated by Dr. Abdallah Rothman, a scholar and practitioner of Islamic Psychology, and special guests including Dr. Samir Mahmoud and others. Dr. Abdallah will be doing a series of events in Sydney from September 23-October 4 and in Melbourne October 5-9.
 We live in this dunya separate and embodied, yet our souls yearn for Unity and transcendence. We are at once made of clay and yet the Divine breath lives within us, which we primordially forget. We are called to remember, and in doing so strive to keep our hearts clean and open. We strive to be in the world but not of it, to find our true selves amidst the pain and delusion.
Yet the bruises of the dunya harden our hearts and obstruct the Divine Light. Join us in the mountains of Andalusia as we explore and surrender to the beautiful paradox of being human.We will engage in experiential activities, small and large group discussion, and individual reflection with a focus on the 99 names of Allah, and the polarities embedded within them, as invitations to unveil and embrace the polarities within us.  Join Islamic Psychologist and Art Therapist Dr. Abdallah Rothman, Artist Abdelkarim Cederberg, Expressive Arts Facilitator and Coach Hanan Al Asqari, and guests for a 4-night, 3-day spiritual therapeutic retreat in the mountains of Andalusia Spain.
 Date: Monday June 26 Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm EDT Location: Center DC HQ 1426 9th St NW Washington, DC 20001 It is said that one who knows their self knows their Lord. Self-knowledge is more than a recognition of our external personas and social identities. It involves deeper, often elusive aspects of the self which requires seeking and uncovering the hidden mysteries of the soul. While the academic and scientific field of psychology is where we tend to turn to find answers to these mysteries, popular theories of psychology ironically do not include the soul in their definitions and approach to self-knowledge and instead focus on what can be seen and measured, primarily cognition and behavior.
Islamic Psychology is a holistic approach which includes the seen and unseen dimensions of the self and which deals with the subject matter in a way that is more true to the meaning of the term psychology; as a ‘science of the soul’, or ‘ilm an nafs. The Islamic tradition offers us a vast resource and detailed guidance on how to not only know the self but also how to manage ourselves within this worldly life of ups and downs and trial and tribulation on a path of transformation. In addition to chances to enjoy beautiful scenery, eat good food, practice yoga, and other activities, there will be a series of workshops with the following topics: The Heart and Soul of Being: Understanding the self from an Islamic perspective
Setting the Mind Free: Understanding the spiritual and physical impact of trauma Unveiling the Heart: Identifying emotional and spiritual blockages Unveiling the True Essence: Healing the inner self Practical Tools for continued inner healing  A Daylong of Spiritual Teachings, Mindfulness Practices and Devotional Poetry
In this daylong retreat, Baraka Blue and Dr. Abdallah Rothman will take us through an exploration of the major themes of Islamic spirituality and psychology drawing especially on al-Ghazali’s Alchemy of Happiness and Rumi’s Masnavi. Date & Time: Sunday 14th May | 10am-6pm Venue: Winstanley House Hotel | Hinckley Road | Leicester | LE3 1HX Lunch and refreshments included | Limited spaces available | Registration required | £125 per person  Join Islamic Psychologist and Art Therapist Dr. Abdallah Rothman and guests for a 3-day spiritual therapeutic retreat in the mountains of Andalusia Spain. Through group process, individual reflection, guided meditations, and engaging dialogue participants will use art directives to work on themselves together in a creative, therapeutic, transformational journey. March 17-20 Orgiva, Andalusia, Spain
The engagement with artistic media and the process of creativity open doors to exploring and experiencing our selves and our inner world and facilitates healing and wellbeing. *Participants need not have prior art experience nor artistic skills.
Workshops in Islamic sacred geometry and patterns will be lead by Artist AbdelKarim Cederberg.
On May 29, 2022 Dr Abdallah was invited to High Wycombe to speak on on the topic of Muslim Men, Mental Health & the Suicde Crisis. The event was hosted by the Karima Foundation in support of the Heart of Bucks initiative in suicide prevention. to challenging the stigma members of the BAME community have in regards to mental health. Dr Abdallah was joined by Shaykh Sulaymna Van Ael, Mawlana Asim Ayub, and Dr Syed Shah to discuss Islamic viewpoints on practising good mental health in light of the challenges currently facing the Muslim in Britain. The speakers presentations were followed by a Q&A session, which can be viewed on the Karima Foundation Youtube channel:.  Join Dr Abdallah Rothman and hattat (calligrapher) Gulnaz Fatima Mahboob to discuss the transformative effect of the sacred art of calligraphy on the soul at Yunus Emre Institute London on Thursday 12th May. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session. The talk will draw out the practice of Islamic calligraphy and the therapeutic impact from an anthropological and psychological perspective. Exploring calligraphy and its impact on the self. Delving into psychology and art therapy to discuss the transformative potential of committing to the discipline. Drawing on the practices and training required to become a calligrapher (hattat) we aim to provide insight on how the traditional method of learning can have a positive impact on your wellbeing and promote Islamic mindfulness concepts of Ihsaan and Muraqaba. This talk forms part of the Arts & Culture Lecture Series organised by Yunus Emre Institute London and registration is for the in person event. The talk will also be streamed live on the Yunus Emre Institute London's Facebook and YouTube accounts (@yeelondra).
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