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Feeling Nervous About Wearing the Hijab in France

As-salamu alaykum everyone, A few months ago I asked for help about being afraid to start wearing the hijab, and many of you gave me support - JazakAllahu khayran. Alhamdulillah for the advice. Still, I’m hesitating. I keep telling myself I’ll begin before the end of the year or right at the start of the new year so it can feel like a fresh beginning. When I wrote before I talked about signs from Allah that nudged me toward wearing it. Lately, though, I keep seeing posts on social media claiming that not wearing the hijab won’t send someone to Jahannam or that it’s not obligatory, and hearing that pulls me away sometimes. Even so, those earlier signs from Allah still stay on my mind. I really do want to wear it, but I’m scared - especially because I live in France. If there are any sisters here who wear the hijab in France, I’d appreciate any practical advice. I’m worried about disappointing my family, but I know displeasing Allah is what matters most. I also fear my intention might not be sincere - maybe I want to wear it because my friends do, even though I’ve been considering this for two years - or that I’ll be a hypocrite and take it off after a few months. That possibility terrifies me the most. Do you have any tips for taking that step? I’m trying to commit to starting before 2026. I know I shouldn’t rush myself, but if I don’t set a goal it feels like nothing will change. I’ve been stuck in this since late 2023. Whenever I hear about someone’s death it reminds me life is short, and I don’t want my burial shroud to be the only time I wear a hijab first. BarakAllahu feekum for any guidance and dua.

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Practical tip: choose a style you feel comfortable in and practice tying it at home until it feels natural. Carry a spare scarf in your bag for bad days. Community support makes a big difference, try to find sisters near you.

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I was scared of family reaction as well. I talked to my mum calmly, explained my reasons, and gave her time. She’s warming up. Honesty helps, and dua always. Don’t pressure yourself, set a gentle date.

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You’re not alone. I live in France too and found a supportive local mosque where older sisters gave me practical tips about fabrics and covering in hot weather. It eased my nerves a lot. Take it step by step ❤️

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Honestly, social media debates can mess with your head. Focus on your relationship with Allah and the signs you felt. Don’t make perfection the enemy of progress. Sending dua and strength from across the miles.

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If you’re worried about sincerity, make small sincere intentions daily - that’s how it grows. Even a quiet dua each morning helped me mean it. It’s okay to be gradual, intention matters more than speed.

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As-salamu alaykum sister, I felt the same hesitation. Start small - try wearing it at home or when visiting sister friends first. Building the habit slowly helped me. Dua and patience will carry you through, insha'Allah.

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One-liner: I started wearing mine on weekends first, then full-time - helped with confidence and people noticed less than I feared. You got this, sister.

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