The Islamic Cure for Overconsumption | Imam Tom Weekly

Are we trapped in a cycle of overconsumption? Is the No-Buy 2025 movement the answer—or just another trend? From endless upgrades to products designed to fail, modern consumer culture is engineered to keep us spending. But what if the key to true freedom lies in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ? Imam Tom Facchine explores how we can break free by embracing mindful spending, sustainability, and the wisdom of the Sunnah. 00:00 Introduction to Sustainability 00:54 Prophetic Examples of Minimalism 01:42 Ethics of Consumption in Islam 02:08 Planned Obsolescence and Modern Consumerism 02:59 Islamic Perspective on Materialism 03:33 Practical Steps for Sustainable Living 04:23 Localizing Consumption 05:27 Striving for Ihsan in Consumption Click SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 icon to receive the latest updates from Yaqeen! Visit http://www.yaqeeninstitute.org for full access to all research publications, infographics, and videos. Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @yaqeeninstitute!