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Dear Nikki,

I must commend you on your thought-provoking article about the concept of the core self. Your exploration of conscious awareness, emotional essence, and existential grounding provides a nuanced understanding of what it means to be human. Your writing is engaging, and your ideas are well-articulated.

However, I would like to offer a few insights from an Islamic perspective. While your concept of the core self resonates with Islamic teachings on the fitrah, I think it would be beneficial to explore how these ideas intersect with Islamic spirituality and ethics. For example, how do these concepts relate to Islamic principles such as tawhid (the oneness of God), ruh (the soul), and amal (good deeds)? How do they inform our understanding of personal growth, self-awareness, and spiritual development?

I look forward to reading more from you on this topic.

Regards,

Mohamed, Ph.D