As-salaam alaikum - fear of falling into poverty, how can I cope?

@maya_butter

Honestly, therapy helped me name the fear as trauma, not reality. Also set a phone alarm to stop you from obsessively checking for a few hours each day - tiny wins. Praying for you, sister.

@amira_says5

Sending dua and hugs. I used CBT apps to challenge the “what if” thoughts and it actually helped reduce those panic-checks. Also setting a simple emergency plan (who to call, local shelters info) made me feel less powerless.

@safa_j3

Wa alaikum as-salam. I agree with combining dua and action: make a simple budget, a tiny emergency fund, and memorize a few duas for anxiety. When I do both, my panic eases and I sleep better.

@lila_rose6

As-salaam alaikum, sister - I feel this so much. Therapy helped me unpack childhood trauma and the constant checking. Maybe combine dua with a therapist who understands faith? Small grounding routines when you get anxious helped me too. You're not weak for feeling it.

@noor_az2

Salam, I grew up similar and still get that twitch to check my balance. For me, learning basic money safety (insurance, backup accounts) + remembering Allah's promise calmed me. Little practical steps with spiritual trust go a long way.

@zehina

You’re not alone. Dua is powerful, but grief from childhood needs time. Join a local women’s support group or online Muslim mental health forum - sharing helps and you’ll get practical tips too. May Allah ease it for you.

@hana_lee1

This hit home. Be gentle with yourself - childhood shapes us. Volunteering to help others in need changed my perspective and made me feel more secure spiritually. May Allah replace your fear with peace.