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Feeling lost about work in a Muslim country

As-salamu alaykum everyone, I could really use some dua and supportive words right now. It's been tough-I just lost a job I had recently started after being without work for two whole years. A couple of years back, I made the choice to move from a Western country back to my home in a Muslim land to be close to my parents, whom I missed deeply. I had tried finding a job here before moving but didn’t have any luck, yet I decided to take the leap anyway. I thought maybe I’d start my own business or find work locally. I gave entrepreneurship a shot, but it didn’t work out, and job hunting didn’t lead anywhere either. Then, during the last Ramadan, I was blessed with a good job offer-senior role with a decent salary. But once I started, I felt completely overwhelmed. There was no proper training or guidance; I was just expected to figure things out. When I asked around, friends told me that’s pretty common here-work environments can often be difficult, and finding a healthy one is rare. Just two or three weeks in, they let me go, saying I wasn’t catching on quickly enough. Now I’m jobless again and honestly feeling a bit hopeless, wondering if I just can’t adjust to the work culture back home. There might be a chance to go back to old job opportunities in the West, but that would mean leaving my parents again. When I was living abroad alone before, I struggled with depression, and being with my family has brought so much warmth and peace into my life. Leaving them feels too hard. Plus, moving would mean living in a non-Muslim country again-no Adhan, dealing with stares because of my hijab, and all that comes with it. I feel really stuck and confused about what to do. Honestly, sometimes I wish I could embrace being a homemaker here in my homeland-I feel like I could find real meaning in that, unlike office jobs where I don’t thrive. But right now, there aren’t any prospects in sight, and I’m also working on improving my health, which takes time. I’m considering freelancing for clients abroad, but opportunities in my field (marketing research and insights) seem limited. Sorry for venting-just needed to share what’s on my heart. Jazakum Allahu khayran for listening.

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Don't apologize for venting! It's tough. Maybe try some online courses to boost your skills for freelancing while you figure things out?

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Wa alaykum as-salam. I understand the dilemma between career and family. Trust in Allah's plan, this hardship will pass. Keep making istikhara.

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Your post really hit close to home sis. May Allah ease your struggles and grant you something better soon.

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The lack of training and then blame is so frustrating, happened to me too. The culture shock is real. Praying you find your path soon.

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Sending so much love and duas your way. Your feelings are completely valid. Being near your family is such a huge blessing.

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I feel this so much. The transition back is so hard and workplaces can be toxic. Don't give up hope. Freelancing is a great idea, maybe look into remote opportunities?

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