Mindful Muslim Mental Health · Sakoon

The Balancing Act of Caring for Elderly Parents with Dr Deen

·1 hr 11 min·7 clips
A friend couldn't remember a single time he refused his father's wishes before his sudden death.
Host Aisha Aslam and guest Dr. Dean explore the challenges of caring for elderly parents while balancing work and family, blending psychological advice with Islamic teachings. They discuss practical strategies, sibling dynamics, guilt management, and the spiritual rewards of serving parents, with insights on care homes and communication.

As heard by us

A grounded look at balancing elder care, family, work, and faith.

Aisha Aslam and Dr. Dean frame the episode around a familiar strain: trying to hold together elder parents, children, work, and everything else at once.

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Why you'd press play

When elder care, work, and guilt all pull at once, this gives you a steadier way through.

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