Feeling Lost and Needing a Sign
Salam everyone, I'm a sister who's been struggling hard with my mind and feelings. Alhamdulillah, Allah has given me many material blessings, and I'm truly thankful for that. But for the last 5 or 6 years, I've been so drained emotionally and mentally. Growing up, I was that 'gifted kid' and my parents had huge expectations-they pushed me a lot, sometimes in harsh ways that hurt me physically and mentally. Over time, I just burned out. My grades dropped, and I started losing hope. I still believe in Allah, no doubt, but lately things feel heavier than ever. Studying is a battle, getting good marks feels impossible. I'm far from home, staying in a hostel in a different country, and honestly, I don't like it here-even though I'm grateful I got into the course I wanted. People around me don't seem to like me because I'm not doing well, and I fell into depression halfway through. I'm scared I'm losing hope that after hardship comes ease. I'm not saying that's not true, I just don't want to lose hope the way I feel it slipping away right now.