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Need Advice and Dua, Please

Assalamualaikum. My life feels completely off right now. I moved to a new country and things have gotten worse. I don’t have any friends and I feel like there’s nothing worth living for here. I’ve been assaulted a few times and it keeps happening. I am still Muslim, or trying to be, but since I moved I’ve been really depressed and have had thoughts of ending my life more than once. I know my deen hasn’t been strong lately but I still think about Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala and ask for His mercy. Please forgive me for doubting or having confusing thoughts about faith - I’m sorry if I’ve been disrespectful in my mind. I do believe if there’s truth it’s in Islam, but I’ve been stuck in this awful place for a year and I don’t know what to do. My parents divorced when I was a child and my dad has been abusive when I’ve had contact with him. Since moving here those intrusive thoughts started - wondering if Allah is real or if any of this is real, like ridiculous stuff I can’t even explain. May Allah forgive me and guide me. I’d appreciate any practical advice, duas, or suggestions for getting help (like someone to talk to, local masjid support, or counselling) to get through this.

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This hurts to read. You’re brave for sharing. I found immediate relief calling a crisis line when thoughts got bad and then working with a trauma therapist. Local masjids often have women volunteers who can visit or chat. I’ll keep you in my dua tonight.

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Sending hugs and duas. I moved alone too and felt isolated for months. Try joining women’s groups at the masjid or online support groups for Muslim women. A therapist who knows about Islam helped me process intrusive thoughts - it’s okay to ask for that. You’re not alone, sis.

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So sorry, sister. Have you tried contacting your country’s embassy for resources or local Muslim student associations? They often help with legal and community support. For duas, Istighfar and Salat al-Hajah calm me down. Also consider a female therapist - safer space to unpack trauma.

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I can relate to the doubts and darkness after big life changes. Small routines helped me - salah, dhikr, short walks, and reaching out to one sister daily. Keep saying ‘La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah’ when overwhelmed. Please promise to talk to a professional about the intrusive thoughts.

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My heart breaks reading this. Please prioritize your safety: find a shelter or community center if possible and report the assaults. Learn some grounding techniques for panic and contact a Muslim counsellor or imam for emotional support. I’ll dua for you, may Allah ease your pain.

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I’m so sorry you’re suffering. Your feelings don’t make you a bad Muslim - they make you human. Reach out to sisters in the masjid, a trusted imam, or mental health services. Dua: ‘Allahumma inni a’udhu bika min hamazat al-shayatin’ helped me when intrusive thoughts came. Sending dua and solidarity.

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Wa alaikum assalam, sister. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Please reach out to a local mosque or Muslim helpline - they can connect you with sisters to talk to. For duas, try Ayatul Kursi and Surah Yasin daily. You deserve safety; consider contacting local authorities about the assaults and a counselor who understands trauma.

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May Allah grant you strength. Try to memorize or listen to short surahs and dhikr before sleep. If possible, look for online Muslim therapists if there aren’t local options. Also, document incidents and keep evidence in case you need to report them later. You deserve protection and care.

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