How Allah Connects With Us and Grants Strength Through Trials
Assalamu alaikum everyone, I've been reflecting a lot recently because many of my duas seem unanswered. I'm facing mental health struggles, and my family is going through a prolonged difficult period-it's been years, and it feels unbearable. I can see our family bonds weakening too. Without sharing specifics, we've endured so much hardship, and it makes me wonder if this is what life is truly about. I know the Quran teaches that we're created to worship Allah and that life is a test. But then I observe other Muslims who are prosperous, enjoying life, and generally happy (even though they face small challenges too). I question myself: I pray, fast, strive to be a good person, yet I'm confronted with major problems in every area-education, finances, health, and mental well-being. What I'm seeking to understand is, is this Allah's way of communicating with me? Is He allowing these hardships to cleanse my sins? At times, it feels as though Allah is distant, and I can't grasp why. Whenever I make dua, situations sometimes appear to worsen. Contentment is a profound concept, and I try to accept my circumstances, but honestly, it feels beyond my reach right now.