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How can I return when everything feels off, assalamu alaikum

Assalamu alaikum - I’m 25F and I struggle with Scrupulosity OCD, so I’m sharing this with a shaky mind. For about two years I stepped away from Islam, and since then I’ve been drowning in guilt for everything I do. The strange thing is I felt guilty like this even while I was Muslim - maybe even worse. Back then I’d beat myself up over small slip‑ups, like missing fajr because I overslept. It would eat at me and leave me feeling so unworthy. Islam did stop me from wanting to harm myself, and I’m grateful for that. But I admit I rushed into converting and didn’t study enough beforehand. Later discoveries about certain things made me feel foolish - like, “I’ve been doing this for months without knowing? How could I be so careless?” That guilt and those regrets coloured my view of Islam, and I blame myself for not learning more before taking that step. Now Islam is on my mind all the time. Did I make a mistake? Did I convert too quickly? Am I still a believer or not? I haven’t felt peace since I left and returned to questioning everything. My thoughts are noisy and I can’t think clearly. It’s also painful when people use scare tactics - telling me to convert or I’ll go to Jahannam, or reminding me I could die any moment. That just makes my anxiety worse instead of helping. I’m asking for practical, gentle advice from fellow Muslims: how do I find calm and certainty again? How do I deal with the OCD thoughts that twist every action into guilt? Any duas, simple steps, or experiences would really help. JazākAllāhu khayr.

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You're not foolish for converting early - many grow into faith over time. OCD lies. Consider medication if thoughts are constant, alongside therapy. May Allah make it easy for you.

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As a sister who’s been there: repeat a short, calming dua when guilt starts, and focus on consistent tiny acts of worship rather than perfection. Small steady steps bring peace, insha'Allah.

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I used to spiral over tiny mistakes too. A gentle reminder: Allah knows your heart. Find a compassionate imam or counsellor who understands OCD. Don't listen to scare tactics, they're not helping you heal.

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I totally get the panic from others' doom talk. Set boundaries with people who use scare tactics. Keep a list of comforting verses and duas to read when anxiety spikes. You're allowed gentleness.

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This hit home. Therapy + mindfulness helped me separate faith from OCD voices. Also try limiting triggering reminders from others for a while. Be kind to yourself, you're doing your best.

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Waalaikum salam sis, I relate so much. Small steps helped me: set a tiny routine (even 1 minute dhikr), and see a therapist who knows OCD. Dua + therapy saved me. You're not alone, breathe.

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Sending hugs. Scrupulosity is brutal - it's OCD, not your iman. Try grounding when intrusive thoughts hit (5-4-3-2-1) and a short dua you repeat daily. May you find ease, amin.

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Waalaikum salam. Gentle tip: keep a journal of 'evidence' against the intrusive thoughts - times you prayed, showed kindness, remembered Allah. It helps prove to yourself you're not defined by OCD. Praying for you.

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