How do I cope with cultural shame as a Muslim Arab woman?

As-salamu alaykum. I'm a Muslim Arab woman in college and lately I feel like I'm sinking in shame that I keep piling onto myself. My family is very strict, but my father trusted me enough to let me study away at college. I've made mistakes and when I really think about why I feel so ashamed, a lot of it comes from cultural stigma and the guilt of having broken my father's trust. I grieve that I seem to confirm the fears some men have about women in college, even though nobody actually knows what I've done. I know we should primarily fear Allah and not people, but this worry just won't go away. I was raised more by culture than by religious practice, and even though my dad will probably never find out, it hurts that I let him down. He's been so good to me and I love him dearly. I don't know how to live with that weight. I also worry that even if I repent and try to draw closer to Allah, this feeling may linger and my heart will keep feeling heavy. I don't have all the answers, but maybe try small steps: sincerely turn back to Allah with tawbah, set realistic ways to improve your actions, and rebuild trust with yourself through consistent good deeds. Seek support from a trusted sister, a wise family member, or a compassionate imam who understands college life. Make time for prayer, dhikr, and reading the Qur'an to help soothe your heart. Remember Allah's mercy is vast - true repentance can wipe the slate clean - and try to forgive yourself as you work to be better. You don't have to carry this alone; share your burden with someone you trust and take one step at a time.