RabaTEENS is a nurturing space for deep and meaningful Islamic spiritual mentorship with compassionate and caring mentors. We design fun, creative, and positive educational experiences to help teens grow confidently and comfortably into their faith.



Class Description


The Audience of One: Finding Your Worth in a World That Is Always Watching invites Muslim teen girls to explore identity, confidence, and sincerity through the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In a world where young people can feel constantly observed, compared, and pressured to seek the approval of others, this five-week class offers a different measure of worth. Through stories from the sirah, meaningful discussion, and spiritual reflection, students will discover how the life and character of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ can help them understand who they are, what they value, and whose acceptance ultimately matters most. 

Rather than approaching the sirah as history alone, students will explore moments from the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ that illuminate questions many teens experience today: Why do I compare myself to others? Why does being noticed or accepted matter so much? Who am I when nobody is watching? Through themes of hidden growth, sincerity, gratitude, character, and reliance upon Allah ﷻ, students will learn that true confidence is not built on the approval of people, but through knowing Allah ﷻ, seeking His pleasure, and developing character that remains sincere in both public and private. The course aims to deepen students’ love for Prophet Muhammad ﷺ while helping them build an Islamic identity rooted in faith, purpose, and awareness of Allah ﷻ. 



Class Outline


Week 1:  Before the World Knew Him

Students will explore the years of Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ life before revelation and reflect on the experiences and qualities that shaped his early life. Through this lens, they will consider identity, hidden growth, and the value of becoming rather than simply being recognized by others. 


Week 2:  When Being Seen Matters Too Much

Students will explore why people long for validation and recognition. Through examples from the early Muslim community, they will reflect on sincerity, hidden deeds, and the difference between seeking the praise of people and seeking the pleasure of Allah ﷻ. 


Week 3:  Comparison Is Stealing Your Peace

Through examples from the Mothers of the Believers and the Companions, students will explore comparison, jealousy, gratitude, and the unique qualities Allah ﷻ has given each person. They will reflect on how trusting Allah ﷻ and appreciating their own blessings can help them resist unhealthy comparison. 


Week 4:  Character Before Reputation

Students will explore the reputation of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as Al-Amin and consider the importance of integrity, consistency, and developing character that remains sincere whether or not others are watching. They will identify a Prophetic character trait they would like to intentionally cultivate in their own lives. 


Week 5:  Living for the Audience of One

Bringing the themes of the course together, students will reflect on lessons from the Hijrah and the reliance of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon Allah ﷻ. They will consider how to live with greater sincerity, purpose, and awareness of Allah ﷻ, and develop a personal plan for carrying these lessons into their everyday lives. 


  • I liked Anse's teaching style and her shown love for the Prophet SAW

  • The kindess of my teacher. the topic absolutely matches her personality. She is elegent and smiles all the time mashAllah. It adds such beauty to the class.

  • Anse Leila is a sweet, caring teacher. Her classes are filled with love for the prophet, you are listening, taking, breathing love for the prophet. Is everywhere when Anse talks about rasul and it gets into your heart.

  • The teacher was nice and explained everything in a way that my classmates and I understood! ✨✨ Jazakumu Allahu Khairan! ✨🌸💕✨

  • I love so much how the teacher explains everything and her voice is so soothing. I love how if she brings something up i dont know like she always explains what it means so i dont even have to ask. In this class i have a great attention span.

  • More seerah classes with Anse Leila

  • Anse Leila explains things so clearly and beautifully :)

  • The topic and the teacher she was really nice!

  • The classes are honestly so beautiful and inspiring mashallah 🥰

Class Activity Materials

A journal and writing materials (optional)

Required Book

None

Class Day & Time

Saturdays, 2:00 - 3:00 PM Central Time 

Session dates: September 19 - October 17 

Students must attend Zoom live sessions. Classes are NOT recorded.


*Enrollment into the RabaTEENS program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

**RabaTEENS programs are for girls aged 12-17 ONLY. Students are required to be 12 already in order to join any of RabaTEENS programs.

Certificate of Participation

Certificates of participation are available upon request.

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued once the session begins. 

The Audience of One: Finding Your Worth in a World That Is Always Watching

Meets once a week for one hour (5-week session)

Instructor

Anse Leila Anwar Pačariz

Anse Leila Anwar Pačariz serves as a Sīra instructor at the Ribaat Academic Institute. She graduated from First Bosniak High School and currently studies at the Faculty of Islamic Sciences in Sarajevo. Anse Leila holds an ijāza in Qur’an recitation Hafs ‘an ‘Asim and an ijaza in 40 hadith of Imam Nawawi. Anse Leila’s introduction to Rabata came during the Pilgrims at Home competition many years ago. Now, she runs Rabata’s affiliate in Bosnia, a women’s association named Halka – which means circle and is the name for the traditional Bosnian door opener. The word Halka signifies the importance of bringing people together and opening the door for everyone with good intentions. Since 2004, she has continuously run Quran classes in Bosnia, welcoming students who are tremendously passionate about learning the Quran. Together with fellow Rabata and Ribaat enthusiasts, she hosted Dr. Anse Tamara Gray and a few of her students in Sarajevo in 2018.