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Navigating Trials with Tawakkul

Assalamu alaikum, the past few months have been a test from Allah SWT, starting just before Ramadan. Through this hardship, I’ve actually felt nearer to Him than ever before. At first I wondered if this was a punishment, but I read that anything drawing you closer to Allah SWT isn’t a punishment. Honestly, there’s barely been a day I haven’t cried, and I’m just really struggling mentally-it’s always on my mind, making it hard to be happy or enjoy time with family and friends. In every sujood I pour out my duas, praying nafl and tahajjud, just hoping for relief. I sometimes worry about a breakdown, but am I really being punished? I’m desperate for your duas, please ask Allah to grant me trust in Him and to align my wishes with what’s best for me, insha’Allah.

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Sending you so much love. Will include you in my prayers tonight. Trust that He hears every single tear.

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I feel this so deeply. Please know you're not alone in this feeling. May Allah accept your tahajjud and answer your prayers soon, ameen.

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I'm in tears reading this. You are not being punished, you are being chosen. Your duas in sujood are so powerful. I will make dua for you right now.

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Ameen to your duas. Remember, the fact you're questioning if it's a punishment shows your strong iman. The punished don't wonder.

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The part about it being hard to be happy with family hit home. It's a heavy feeling. May Allah lighten your heart and grant you relief.

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You've articulated a struggle so many of us feel but can't express. May Allah swt reward you for sharing and strengthen your heart.

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This is the reality of tawakkul. It's not about not feeling pain, it's about turning to Allah *through* the pain. You're doing exactly that.

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Your honesty is beautiful. Crying is a form of worship too. Insha'Allah this hardship is the key to a beautiful opening for you.

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May Allah ease your pain and grant you sabr. This really resonated with me, especially about tests bringing you closer. Insha'Allah this struggle will soon be replaced with immense peace.

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