Michelle Schafieh

My name is Michelle Schafieh and like many of you, I’m constantly on
the go. If I was not busy studying for school, I was volunteering for
my local community. What always kept me motivated to strive for
success was: Islam. I grew up in West Hollywood, and although I love
my city, I never had strong Muslim community.

Most of my knowledge came from my parents and online. What constantly
kept me motivated were personal articles that I would come across
describing Islam and the impact it had on people’s lives.
Specifically, I once read an article about how smiling was a form of
zakat and even though the act is small, it really does go a long way.

I wanted to create content where even the busiest of people would
still be able to take a quick break to be reminded of the beauty of
Islam and how it truly is a way of life. By sharing my stories and how
Islam has affected my life, I hope to motivate my brothers and sisters
the same way I stay motivated.