Food for Thought Talk & High Chai
MyLahore Leeds Events Lounge (Upstairs in the MyLahore Leeds Restaurant)
May 17, 2025 | 1:45 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for an uplifting and engaging talk exploring mental wellbeing through an Islamic lens, combining faith-based reflections with practical tools for emotional wellbeing, delivered by The Lantern Initiative. A signature MyLahore ‘High Chai’ Afternoon Tea will be served.
All are welcome, 16+.
The event coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week UK.
All profits from the event will go to support the work of The Lantern Initiative.
About The Lantern Initiative
The Lantern Initiative is a faith-based grassroots Social Enterprise focused on mental wellbeing.
Arrival: 1.45pm
Talk & Q&A: 2-4pm
Desi Afternoon Tea: 4pm
Close: 5pm
Talk title: Faith & Mental Wellbeing: An Islamic Approach
Talk topics include:
• Navigating life’s challenges through Islamic teachings.
• The impact of spiritual values on emotional health.
• Cultivating perseverance, gratitude and contentment.
• Self-care as a faith-aligned responsibility.
• Prophetic guidance on holistic wellbeing.
• Q&A.
Speakers: Mohsin Hashmi and Safura Houghton from The Lantern Initiative
MyLahore High Chai
• Mocktails and fruit on arrival
• Signature MyLahore Desi Afternoon Tea served following the talk, including a range of savoury dishes, sweet treats, chai and coffee.
MyLahore Leeds Events Lounge (upstairs in the MyLahore Leeds Restaurant)
Cavendish St
Leeds, LS3 1LY
1. Attendees must be aged 16 and above.
2. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
3. Events details may be subject to change.
4. Please note photography and videography may take place at the event.
