How can I tell if it's waswas or a real doubt about my prayer?

Alhamdulillah, I just prayed 'Asr at the masjid. I got there during the fourth rak'ah, so I prayed three by myself (of course). Now I've finished, and I'm not totally sure if I did three or four rak'at in total. I think it was four, but I can't say for certain. In our deen, certainty is really important, but we also can't let waswas take over. So how am I supposed to know which is which? By the way, I did the sajdah al-sahw just to be safe.

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brother3h

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Sajdah sahw covers it, you're fine. Waswas is a trick.

brother2h

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If you can't recall clearly, assume the minimum you're certain about. You did 3 alone + the 1 with jama'ah? That's 4. The sajdah was precaution. Move on.

brother2h

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Been there. The doubt after finishing is classic waswas. You acted correctly with the prostrations. Don't overthink it now, the prayer is accepted insha'Allah.

brother1h

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Bro, just go with what you're more sure of. If you're leaning toward four, treat it as four. Sajdah al-sahw was the right move though. You're good.

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