We sometimes argue in front of our children about things that involve extended family. Could that fall under backbiting? September 1, 2025
My spouse often corrects me harshly in front of the children. How do we uphold the Islamic ideal of covering each other’s faults in this context? September 1, 2025
Is sighing, eye-rolling, or showing contempt towards one’s spouse in front of the children considered a violation of Islamic etiquette? September 1, 2025
When frustrated, I tend to bring up my spouse’s past mistakes. Could this be considered a form of hidden gheebah in front of our child? September 1, 2025
In moments of disagreement, I sometimes raise my voice. Is that a violation of Islamic adab, even if I do not say anything abusive? September 1, 2025
My child now uses adult phrases like ‘You are not listening to me’ or ‘Why are you being dramatic?’ Could they be absorbing our unfiltered language? September 1, 2025
We do not shout, but we do talk through gritted teeth or passive-aggressively. Is that still damaging for a child to witness? September 1, 2025
Our child has picked up on my habit of shutting down conversations by saying ‘forget it’. Is that a learned exit strategy? September 1, 2025
I once heard my child using a controlling tone with a younger sibling, the same tone I use when trying to ‘keep peace’. What do I do? September 1, 2025
When I feel stressed, I get short and clipped in tone. Could this create emotional hypersensitivity in my child? September 1, 2025