Dealings in workplace

In dealing with the workplace, besides "lowering the gaze", there tend to be many situations in the workplace where contact between non mahrams leads to fitnah. When talking to a non mahram male/ female, it is important to lower the gaze, to speak in a firm clear tone so as not to appear flirtatious or inviting. Discuss work related matters only and avoid small talk and joking with the opposite sex. Personal comments should be avoided and maintain a clear distance so as to avoid all physical contact, accidental or otherwise. Do your utmost never to be alone with the opposite sex. Avoid conversations which involve lurid talk by one's own sex as this is another way shaitaan hopes to ensnare you. Try your utmost to find employment in an institution where only men/ or only women are employed, (whichever the case may be).

by Mufti Ebrahim Desai