You Can Be The Happiest Woman In The World By Dr. 'Aid al-Qarni

Happiness is not found in wealth, status, or the approval of others. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Richness is not having many possessions; rather, richness is the richness of the soul." (Sahih al-Bukhari 6446, Sahih Muslim 1051) Every woman — regardless of her circumstances — has access to the path to genuine happiness, because that path runs through her relationship with Allah, her gratitude for what He has given, and her reliance on Him in what He has withheld.

About This Book

You Can Be the Happiest Woman in the World by Dr. Aid al-Qarni is a widely read book on contentment and happiness — a compact treasury of reminders drawn from the Qur'an, the Sunnah, and the wisdom of the scholars, addressed specifically to Muslim women navigating the pressures and trials of contemporary life. Translated into English by Huda Khattab.

What This Book Covers

The Source of True Happiness

Dr. al-Qarni establishes from the beginning that happiness cannot be found where most people look for it. The Qur'an and Sunnah define happiness as a state of the heart — produced by iman, by gratitude, by trusting Allah's decree, and by the certainty that everything He has written for His servant is ultimately good.

Practical Reminders for Every Situation

The book is organized as a series of short, powerful reminders covering the full range of life's situations: grief over what has been lost, anxiety about what is coming, loneliness, difficulty in marriage, the weight of motherhood, and the constant comparison with others that robs women of contentment. Each reminder is rooted in Qur'anic verses and authentic hadith.

The Examples of the Righteous Women of Islam

Woven through the book are the examples of the righteous women of Islamic history — women who faced unimaginable trials with faith and patience and came out with their relationship with Allah strengthened rather than broken.

About the Author

Dr. Aid ibn Abdullah al-Qarni is a contemporary Saudi author, poet, and preacher who earned his doctorate from the Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University. He is best known for his widely read La Tahzan (Don't Be Sad). Published by International Islamic Publishing House (IIPH).

Who This Book Is For

Any Muslim woman experiencing worry, grief, stress, or a sense that happiness is out of reach. Best read a few pages at a time as a daily reminder, or given as a thoughtful gift to a sister going through difficulty.

Continue Reading

This is the companion to the author's best-known work, Don't Be Sad, which addresses the same themes without the specific focus on women; his seerah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) is A Mercy to Humanity. Browse all three in the Dr. Aid al-Qarni collection, or see our guide to the best Islamic books for Muslim women.