Being Rubitah https://beingrubitah.com/ family conversations here Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:54:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://beingrubitah.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-Being-Rubitah-Site-Identity-32x32.jpg Being Rubitah https://beingrubitah.com/ 32 32 Living through the attacks in Bahrain : a personal account https://beingrubitah.com/living-through-the-attacks-in-bahrain/ https://beingrubitah.com/living-through-the-attacks-in-bahrain/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:59:03 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13264 From our 4th-floor window, we can watch the drones pass. This is a personal account of the attacks in Bahrain, the toll of silent panic and the incredible community that has became our anchor in the storm. February 28th was an ordinary Saturday. We had just finished a late breakfast as a family and were […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/silent-night-a-christmas-reflection/feed/ 0 Choose to respond with kindness- Lenten Reflections Day 5 https://beingrubitah.com/choose-to-respond-with-kindness-lenten-reflections/ https://beingrubitah.com/choose-to-respond-with-kindness-lenten-reflections/#respond Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:30:33 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13212 In a world where frustration and anger are often the easy responses, choosing to respond with kindness can transform our relationships and bring peace to our hearts. The other day, I was at a coffee shop with a friend, and like always, she placed her order with the barista. For some reason, this barista was […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/choose-to-respond-with-kindness-lenten-reflections/feed/ 0 Don’t judge others- Lenten Reflections 2025 Day 4 https://beingrubitah.com/dont-judge-others-lenten-reflections/ https://beingrubitah.com/dont-judge-others-lenten-reflections/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:13:56 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13205 It’s easy to judge others based on first impressions, but the Bible reminds us not to rush to conclusions. Back in my hostel days, I shared a room with a girl who was loud, tough and had a really strong personality. At first, I couldn’t stand her. Her phone conversations were always so loud and […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/dont-judge-others-lenten-reflections/feed/ 0 How to begin putting God first- Lenten Reflections 2025- Day 3 https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-begin-putting-god-first-lenten-reflections/ https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-begin-putting-god-first-lenten-reflections/#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:57:38 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13199 In a world full of distractions, it’s easy to get caught up in things that don’t last- things that seem important at the moment but ultimately leave us feeling empty. This Lent, let’s take a step back and realign our priorities by putting God first. Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-begin-putting-god-first-lenten-reflections/feed/ 0 How to choose God’s way- Lenten Reflections 2025 Day 2 https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-choose-gods-way-lenten-reflections/ https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-choose-gods-way-lenten-reflections/#respond Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:53:14 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13190 Choosing God’s way may not always be easy, but it’s always the path that truly fulfils. Life is full of choices. And sometimes, it feels like there’s an easy way and a hard way. The easy way promises comfort, success and instant rewards, but the hard way, though challenging, leads to something much deeper- true […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-choose-gods-way-lenten-reflections/feed/ 0 How to deal with life’s struggles- Lenten Reflections 2025 Day 1 https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-deal-with-lifes-struggles-lenten-reflections/ https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-deal-with-lifes-struggles-lenten-reflections/#respond Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:39:40 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13181 Lent is a time to reflect on how we deal with life’s struggles and grow in our faith. In today’s reflection, I share how we can turn life’s toughest moments into opportunities for growth. Have you ever found yourself wishing you could just skip over the tough parts of life? Whether it’s a frustrating day […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-deal-with-lifes-struggles-lenten-reflections/feed/ 0 The kitchen window above my sink https://beingrubitah.com/the-kitchen-window-above-my-sink/ https://beingrubitah.com/the-kitchen-window-above-my-sink/#respond Sat, 01 Mar 2025 09:50:46 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13172 The kitchen window above the sink is usually the last place anyone wants to be, with dirty dishes piling up. I’m no different. But sometimes, in the quiet moments of washing these vessels, my mind drifts away to reflect on the story of my life. The kitchen window above my sink is a poem offering […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/the-kitchen-window-above-my-sink/feed/ 0 Exploring the Farmers Market in Salmabad Bahrain https://beingrubitah.com/farmers-market-in-salmabad-bahrain/ https://beingrubitah.com/farmers-market-in-salmabad-bahrain/#respond Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:24:11 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=13132 If you’re looking for something exciting and different to do this weekend, I’ve got just the place for you. I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Farmers Market in Salmabad Bahrain (thanks to hubby) and let me tell you, it’s a total hidden GEM! Location– Located in Salmabad, just a stone’s throw away from […]

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]]> https://beingrubitah.com/farmers-market-in-salmabad-bahrain/feed/ 0 How to feel happier immediately? https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-feel-happier-immediately/ https://beingrubitah.com/how-to-feel-happier-immediately/#respond Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:41:40 +0000 https://beingrubitah.com/?p=11946 11 simple tricks that can help you feel happier immediately (or at least, a little less stuck) when the mental fog rolls in. We’ve all had those days, right? The ones where nothing seems to go right. Your expectations take a nosedive and before you know it, you’re caught in a whirlwind of disappointment. What […]

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