Book Introduction: Heartfulness by Dr. Carrie York

Date: January 16, 2025
Location: IIIT headquarters in Herndon, Virginia
Host: International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Carrie M. York

Event Overview:

IIIT hosted Dr. Carrie M. York for a discussion on Islamic spiritual practices in health and wellbeing. She highlighted Islam’s rich traditions of mindfulness, meditation, and prayer, emphasizing their relevance in modern therapy and wellness.

Key Insights:

• Islamic spirituality remains underrepresented in health and wellness discussions.
• Islamic psychology and healing practices can integrate into contemporary therapy.
• Spiritual teachings support mental health and character development.
• More scholarship is needed on Islamic healing modalities.

Audience Engagement & Takeaways:

A diverse audience engaged in a Q&A on practical applications of Islamic psycho-spiritual techniques.

Conclusion & Acknowledgments:

Dr. York’s insights inspired attendees to explore Islamic spirituality’s role in health. IIIT thanks Dr. York, participants, and organizers for a successful event fostering continued scholarship in Islamic psychology and healing.

The recording of the event can be viewed here. For any questions, please contact tfiadmissions@iiit.org.