Feeling Stuck on My Path as a Muslim Brother
Assalamu alaikum, everyone. I'm a brother who just turned 30, and honestly, my heart has been feeling heavy lately. Many of my friends have already been blessed with marriage and stability, while I am still striving to build a solid foundation for my future. Alhamdulillah, I recently completed a training course and moved into an IT job, working three days a week. I'm so grateful for this rizq, but the income is still modest and I know I need more to fulfill my responsibilities. Part of the challenge is that I live with a chronic health condition. It means I have to seek work that accommodates my situation, which isn't always easy. Things are improving, bit by bit, by the will of Allah, but the process feels so slow, and my sabr is being tested. I long for what is halal and good-a steady income, the blessing of marriage, and progress in my deen and dunya. Sometimes, it feels like I'm not moving forward, and those thoughts can lead to feelings of sadness and self-doubt. I also maintain my five daily prayers, but I struggle consistently with waking for Fajr on time. I sometimes reflect: could this be affecting the barakah in my life and efforts? If any of you have been through something similar, I would sincerely appreciate any advice or reminders on how to navigate this period with stronger faith and patience.