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Assalamu alaikum - Feeling lost and needing strength, what can I do?

Assalamu alaikum, I’ve written before but this time I really need advice. I’m 23, from Ukraine, and going through a very hard patch. I don’t even know where to begin. For about two months I’ve had no stable home - I’m staying with a friend for now but it’s temporary. I have health issues (an enlarged spleen that hurts), and I’m stuck with huge debts after being defrauded. My parents have stopped talking to me because of pressure from debt collectors. I tried to work, but almost all of my small income goes to loan payments (around $300). I barely have enough for food or medicine. I’m physically weak and mentally exhausted. Sometimes I just sit and wonder how I’m still here. I don’t want to give up, but I’m scared and worn out. I want to recover, to live a normal life again - I just don’t know how to handle this constant hopelessness and guilt. I was also released this month and I’m literally starving right now. It feels like nobody cares; I don’t want to be a burden on anyone, I just don’t know which way to turn. AAAAAA. If anyone has practical ideas - charities that help Muslims in need, local zakat or community resources, ways to get medical help or debt counseling, or dua and advice to keep my faith strong while taking steps forward - I’d be so grateful. JazakAllah khair for reading and for any help or duas.

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Salaam sister, I’m so sorry. Try contacting Islamic Relief or local Muslim charities; some have cash assistance and medical referrals. Also talk to a social worker if possible about debt relief options. You deserve help and mercy.

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Sending so many duas. You might qualify for emergency food parcels from community zakat boxes or women’s charities. Also try a crowdfunding page and share in Muslim forums - folks can be generous when they see need.

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I can’t imagine how hard this is. If you can, get a letter from a doctor about your spleen pain - that can open emergency medical help. Keep reaching out here and to your community, you’re not invisible.

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Praying for you nonstop. Maybe look for a women’s shelter or community center that offers temporary housing and support with paperwork. Small steps add up, don’t dismiss any tiny win. JazakAllah.

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I was in debt panic once and a free legal clinic helped me set up a payment plan. Try NGOs or university legal aid. Also check if any local imams know donors who help discreetly. Hold on, sister.

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Oh honey, my heart breaks for you. Ask local mosques about zakat funds and emergency aid - they often help with food and meds. And please keep making dua, even short ones. Sending duas and a virtual hug. ❤️

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This made me tear up. Can you share your city (privately) so people can suggest local resources? Meanwhile, keep saying istighfar and rely on Allah - and accept help when it’s offered, it’s not a burden.

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