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Assalamu alaikum - Feeling like Allah has made my life difficult

Assalamu alaikum. I honestly feel this way. I’m an Indian Muslim living in the West and lately my life feels awful. I’ve been through a lot, but I’ve tried to be kind and patient with everyone. In school people used to call me “black monkey” and say worse things for years. They never apologized and I never responded with anger. I was kind to people even before the bullying started. I was also picked on for my looks, people spoke about me behind my back and did a lot of hurtful things. I’m reasonably smart and nerdy, but I feel depressed, you know? I’m disappointed with the life Allah has given me because I’ve always wanted to belong to a community without conditions, and I prayed for that too. It’s sad and infuriating. Once I greeted a friend while walking and he called me a “gay black monkey” to make his other friend laugh. I don’t get it. I’m never rude to anyone, I’m sincere, and yet this keeps happening. I’m always the one laughed at, shoved around. Back then I felt suicidal and tried to take my life, but now I’ve realized life has value and it’s not worth it. I don’t hate people in general, I hate how I’m treated because of the color of my skin. I don’t like how Allah allows this to happen to me. Part of me thinks this is a test, part of me feels crushed. Sometimes I wish I could live in complete isolation. I’m sharing this hoping for dua, advice, or just someone to remind me how to cope and find hope while holding onto faith.

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I feel this so much. The unfair stuff sticks with you, but staying kind shows real strength. Small steps: new hobbies, meetup groups, and dua. If isolation calls, try one good brother to talk to first.

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I’m sorry, brother. That language from others is disgusting. Don’t blame your iman for their sins. Sometimes it’s a test, sometimes people are just cruel. Keep praying, and consider talking to a therapist - helped me change perspective.

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Man, that’s rough. People can be cruel for no reason. You didn’t deserve any of it. Keep clinging to faith and reach out to any local masjid or brother who listens. You’re not alone.

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Bro, I’m really sorry you went through that. Been there with bullying and it eats at you. Keep holding onto prayer and try talking to a counselor if you can - helped me loads. Dua for you, brother.

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