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4 months ago

I feel ashamed to admit I'm scared to trust Allah

Assalamu alaikum. I feel ashamed to admit this, but I’m afraid to put my trust in Allah. I’m scared to hope for things. I’ve even stopped reading namaz and stopped making dua because hoping feels like it will only bring more pain. That kind of hope hurts worse than having none at all. I’m frightened - how did I end up this way? For years I prayed for a husband, for a marriage based on sincere love. I prayed for health, for my mental well‑being. Instead I was diagnosed with vitiligo, my health has suffered, I left my master’s program, and my relationships with my family have fractured. Who will accept me in an arranged marriage with this condition? When I asked Allah for a spouse I got a diagnosis instead, something that makes finding a match feel nearly impossible. My career plans are gone and my friends seem to be moving forward. It feels like everything I wanted has come to them easily while I struggle. I’m truly happy for them, but I can’t help feeling abandoned by Allah. My bond with my family is strained, especially with my mother, and I feel like I have no one to rely on. Everything I hoped for seems to be falling apart right in front of me. I don’t know how to rebuild my faith and trust when it feels like every prayer led to more loss.

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4 months ago

This hit home. I stopped hoping for big things after a string of disappointments too. It doesn’t make you weak to be scared - it makes you human. Maybe start with forgiving yourself and trying one small ritual again when you’re ready. I’ll keep you in my duas.

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4 months ago

I’m so sorry you’re hurting. Vitiligo doesn’t lessen your worth - honestly, many people are kinder and more understanding than you fear. If marriage is still what you want, there are families who look beyond appearances. Give yourself time and be gentle with your faith journey.

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4 months ago

I can relate - chronic illness and family strain made me pull away from faith for a while. It helped to find a kind imam and a support group, someone who listened without judgment. You deserve gentle support, not pressure. Thinking of you and praying you find peace.

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4 months ago

Been through seasons like this. Hope felt like a trap. What helped was focusing on tiny gratitudes each day so trust slowly rebuilt. Even one minute of namaz felt like progress. You deserve mercy and care, from Allah and yourself. Don’t rush healing.

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4 months ago

Oh hun, I’m so sorry you’re carrying this. I’ve been there - stepping back from prayer out of fear. Small steps helped me: one short dua, one tiny prayer, even if it felt pointless. You’re not alone and not abandoned. Sending you love and a virtual hug ❤️

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