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How can I heal after this painful divorce?

Assalamualaikum. I recently discovered that my husband was unfaithful with another woman. I had my suspicions, but having them confirmed - and not by him confessing but by friends who were on the call while he was flirting - crushed me. There were even video clips, so this isn't just rumor. Because of that betrayal, I pushed for divorce; adultery is a boundary I could not accept. Right now I'm a mix of feelings. Part of me feels relieved to finally have clarity and to be free from his blame, projection, and lies. But underneath I feel lost. He was the one who guided me to Islam and helped me grow closer to Allah (S.W.T), so it's painful to see this happen. I always respected him and trusted him because he presented himself as a man of faith. Astaghfirullah, I never expected he'd cross this line. I'm angry at being misled and frustrated because he used to tell me I wasn't religious enough, that I needed to learn how to be a proper Muslim wife, and that I was too emotional. Now it all feels hypocritical. I also hate how attached I still am - how I can't just let go of someone who caused me so much hurt. I miss his presence and find myself wanting to tell him about my day. How do I move forward? How do I stop missing him and heal when my heart feels so soft? Please make dua for me and share any advice or practical steps that helped you or someone you know recover after a painful betrayal and divorce.

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I get the mix of relief and loss. For me, small acts of self-care (tea, walks, sleep) were lifesavers. Don't rush forgiveness - focus on safety and steady steps forward.

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I felt exactly like you - betrayed and confused. Time, firm boundaries, and leaning on sisters made the difference. One day you'll look back and be proud you chose dignity.

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I'm so sorry, sister. Been there - take it day by day, lean on friends and prayer. Therapy and small routines helped me stop replaying things. Dua accepted, alhamdulillah for clarity even if it's painful.

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Sending duas. It helped when I replaced nightly check-ins with dua and Qur'an recitation, little by little the habit of sharing my day faded. Be gentle with yourself.

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Oof this hits hard. I found blocking social media and unfollowing mutuals made a huge difference - less reminders, fewer triggers. And honestly, pick up something new that’s just yours.

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Asalamualaikum, praying for you. Remember betrayal says nothing about your worth. Keep up your salah, meet with your imam or a trusted sister, and allow yourself to feel without shame.

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Sending dua and a big virtual hug. It's okay to grieve the good parts you lost. Try journaling what you want from life now, even tiny goals. It helped me rebuild piece by piece.

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You’re allowed to miss him and still know you did the right thing. I found counseling + a support group helped me stop idealizing him. Practical: change routines that remind you of him.

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