In this episode of Tea With Gen Z, we dive into what it really means to nourish the soul in a world that feels fast, loud, and overwhelming.

Joined by Mr. Shahid Bux, we explore the connection between mental health and spirituality, the challenges Gen Z faces today, and why inner peace can feel so hard to access. From dealing with constant distractions to learning how to sit with stillness, this conversation is all about slowing down, reflecting, and reconnecting with yourself.

Tune in for a thoughtful, honest discussion on finding balance, meaning, and calm in everyday life.

Ramadan can feel very different depending on where — and with whom — you’re celebrating. 🌙 In this episode, we’re joined by Ameena Al-Attas to talk about finding your own community and creating a home away from home during Ramadan. We share Ramadan and Eid traditions, and reflect on how the experience changes when you’re celebrating with family versus the community you’ve built at AUS. From familiar rituals to new shared moments, we explore the different kinds of joy that come with both.

في هذه الحلقة من Tea with Gen Z نستضيف عبدالرحمن توفيق، عازف عود وشاعر وطالب سنة أولى في الجامعة الأمريكية في الشارقة. نتحدّث عن تجربته مع Arabic Music Ensemble، حصوله على أعلى علامة في العالم في Pearson Edexcel International AS Arabic، ورؤيته للهوية الثقافية بين العود، الشعر، والجيل الجديد. حلقة عن الشغف، التميّز، وكيف يحافظ الإنسان على هويته بروح معاصرة — خاصة مع بداية الحياة الجامعية واقتراب رمضان.

In this episode of Tea with Gen Z, we sit down with Abdulrahman Tawfiq — lute player, poet, and freshman at the American University of Sharjah. We talk about performing with the Arabic Music Ensemble, achieving the highest mark worldwide in Pearson Edexcel International AS Arabic, and navigating passion, culture, and identity as a Gen Z student. An episode about excellence, creativity, and staying true to who you are — especially during your first year of university and with Ramadan around the corner.