1) Young Muslims - The Message

When this occurs they will probably be more cooperative withyou. You could also surprise them by doing something theydon't make you do. They'll tell everyone you are the bestpossible son or daughter and, what's more, they will believe it.13. Sometimes following stupid rules like turning off lights, cleaningup your room, or hanging up the towel after you shower mayallow you to get some important concessions like staying outlater, using the car, or getting more phone time.14. Be patient with your parents. Remember, they're going througha rough time in their lives and are trying to grow up, too. Helpthem to do it smoothly and with love and cooperation.Someday they will thank you.Some Tips from the Islamic Point of viewWhy should you, a young Muslim, be helping to bring your friendscloser to Allah?After all, you've got your own struggles to deal with: trying toexplain why you pray to hostile teachers, Hijab discrimination,standing up in class when the professor attacks Islam, dealing withparents who think you've gone nuts because you're growing abeard, or all the other difficulties faced by a number of practicingMuslim youth?Islam was never meant to be an individualistic faith, reserved forthe "chosen few". Muslims have a duty to spread the Deen, andpracticing Muslim youth, whether beginners, activists or leadershave a crucial role to play."Allah has put them in a position that perhaps no one else is in,"notes Sheema Khan, former Muslim Youth of North AmericaYoung Muslims, What they should know about Islam Page - 266