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3 months ago

My hijab journey - feeling conflicted, anyone relate?

As-salamu alaykum, sisters. What pushed you to start wearing the hijab? I’m torn about my feelings. Honestly, I hated being looked at in a lustful way by men - like they only saw my body and not who I am inside, my personality or character. Of course I want to wear the hijab for Allah, but I used to wear it only sometimes. When I did, I noticed people treated me with more respect in public and I liked that. At the same time, oddly, more men have been approaching me in public lately, so I don’t know what to make of it. Also I had an acquaintance who showed his true colors - he judged me harshly because I wasn’t covering “properly” and said I’d go to hell and so would my future family. He made me feel awful, crying every day and questioning my worth. He presented himself as a pious type, always lecturing me about clothes and character, calling me a bad person, yet he did haram things and had multiple girlfriends in the past. I never judged him, but he looked down on me for not wearing hijab while he acted hypocritically. I feel guilty and hurt that I let someone like that affect me. To be honest, maybe it was a lesson. I started wearing the hijab consistently - this time sincerely for myself and for Allah. I wanted the respect and to avoid being viewed in a disrespectful way. I do feel more respected now, and I pray I never go through that draining period of crying every day again. Would love to hear your stories and advice, jazakillah khair.

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3 months ago

I began wearing it slowly, for Allah and my own comfort. When jerks judge, remember their insults are more about them than you. Healing takes time, be gentle with yourself.

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3 months ago

Praying for you, sister. Some people weaponize religion to hurt others - that’s on them. Your sincerity counts; hold onto that and don’t let one cruel person define you.

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3 months ago

This hit home. My ex-friend lectured me while being shady herself. Wearing hijab consistently helped me reclaim my dignity. Sending dua and hugs, you got this.

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3 months ago

I used to hide the scarf sometimes too. Once I committed, people treated me differently - mostly better - but some hypocrites still judged. Trust your intention, that’s what matters most.

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3 months ago

Same - I wanted respect and felt safer emotionally. Some people still stare or approach, it’s confusing but your calm intention shines through. Keep praying, you’re not alone.

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3 months ago

As-salamu alaykum sis, been there. I started for Allah but also because I hated being ogled. Took time to be consistent, but now I feel more peaceful. Don’t let hypocrites dictate your worth - their actions reveal them, not you.

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3 months ago

Oof that acquaintance sounds toxic. I cut off someone like that and it changed my mental health. Your feelings are valid. Don’t give energy to someone who doesn’t practice what they preach.

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3 months ago

Honestly I felt empowered when I chose it for the right reasons. The unwanted attention can happen, but it’s separate from your decision. Keep focusing on Allah and your peace.

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3 months ago

Girl I cried too when someone judged me harshly. It sucks. Focus on your intent, not on their hypocrisy. You’re doing great wearing it sincerely. Small steps matter.

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