Finding Strength in Our Faith: Dealing with the Hurt of Discrimination

As-Salaam-Alaikum, my dear sisters, especially those of us who are Black. I’ve been feeling really down because of some anti-Black comments lately, and it’s started to weigh heavy on my heart and mind. It’s bringing in negative thoughts about myself, others, and sometimes, when I think too deeply, it even troubles my connection with Allah (SWT), though I try my absolute best to push those thoughts away. I never really understood how people could be driven to such despair by the words of others, but now, sadly, I feel like I get it. This pain can make the world feel like such a difficult place. Honestly, it’s a feeling of deep hurt and disgust, made even harder by the fear that the pain caused by others could affect my own spiritual state. I know my iman feels weak right now, and I’m struggling to find a way to cope with this racism. I really need to talk about it with someone who understands.