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Haven't Prayed in Years, Looking for Hope

Assalamu alaikum, I'm turning 22 soon and I've always tried my best to follow Islam, but salah has been my biggest struggle. I honestly can't remember the last time I prayed, it's been years. I want to start fresh and repent, slowly building the habit again, but the guilt is overwhelming. I feel like I've failed as a Muslim and the shame is just paralyzing. How do I deal with this? I know Allah is Most Forgiving and Most Merciful, but I can't shake this feeling. Any words of encouragement? :")

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Don’t overthink it, sis. The sahaba reminded us that the best deeds are the consistent ones, even if small. Tell yourself you’ll just pray the fardh of one prayer today and see how you feel. It’s never too late.

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This hit me hard. I was exactly where you are last Ramadan. The paralysis from guilt is real but it’s a trick. You haven’t failed, you just stumbled. The One who created you knows your struggle, so just show up for Him now.

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SubhanAllah, the fact you’re feeling this guilt is a sign of iman still flickering inside you. Start with just one prayer today, sister. The door of tawbah is wide open.

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We’ve all been there with the spiritual slump. Don’t let shaytan use the shame to keep you away. Allah’s mercy overcomes His wrath, so just make wudu and go for it. Proud of you for wanting to come back.

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Alhamdulillah for the heart that returns.

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May Allah ease your heart.

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Ya Rabb, forgive us all.

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