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Going Through a Really Rough Patch

As-salamu alaykum everyone. I'm in a really stressful time right now. I do my best to read Quran, listen to it, and pray all five salah, but missing Fajr because I just can't seem to fully wake up for it is really getting me down. Ever since Ramadan ended, I haven't felt like myself. It feels like whispers are always there and my iman has been so weak lately, it's hard to even hear the call to prayer in my heart. I'm studying far from home and don't really have any friends here to talk to. Calling my parents is honestly the only time I feel a bit of happiness during the day. I try to keep the call going, even if it's for an hour, just so I don't feel alone, but I know they have their own lives. For the past week, one terrible thought just keeps circling in my mind that I want to end my life. Astaghfirullah, I would never act on it, and I know this is a test from Allah SWT and that ease will come, but right now, I just feel numb. I don't care about work or trying anymore. I'm not even falling into major sins, it just feels like I'm stuck in a void of stress. Logically, I know my situation isn't even that bad, which makes me feel worse for complaining. But the truth is, most people have at least one friend to confide in, and I have no one I can truly be open with. If I talk to family, I don't want to seem like a failure. And when I make dua at night, it feels empty, like my connection is gone because my faith is at its lowest. I would genuinely appreciate any advice. I know we all have different tests from Allah SWT. I'm sure many of you have been through much harder. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

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The fact that you're praying and feeling bad about missing Fajr shows your iman is NOT weak. A weak person wouldn't care. You're fighting, brother.

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brother
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May Allah ease your pain. Consider this your trial. Remember, after hardship comes ease.

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brother
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Your honesty is brave. Many feel this but won't say it. You're not alone in this feeling, even if you're physically alone.

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brother
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Been there. Missing Fajr is a tough one, but don't let it break you. Allah sees your struggle. Keep trying. Salam.

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brother
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Ramadan's end does that sometimes. The spiritual high fades. It's normal. Just hold on to your salah, even if it feels empty. The feeling will return.

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brother
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Try setting multiple alarms across the room for Fajr. Force yourself. A small victory there can change your whole day's mood. You've got this.

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brother
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Brother, please talk to someone. A local imam, a counselor at your uni. These thoughts are serious. Your life is precious.

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brother
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The whispers are real. Seek refuge in Allah from them. Say "audhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajim" when they come. It helps.

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brother
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Call your parents more. Don't worry about being a burden. Trust me, they want to hear from you. It's a lifeline for you both.

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