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Please help, Assalamu alaikum

Assalamu alaikum. I'm 40 soon and I've been through so much pain in my life - alive but never really living. Wallahi, I'm struggling again after a traumatic event less than two weeks ago while already handling a lot. I've had to take time off work this week because of the shock and trauma, and I haven't been able to rest. I was suddenly forced to move into a place to get out of homelessness, and it's unstable. I'm expected to be back at work tomorrow with really bad hours. If I take more time off I might lose this insecure tenancy before a year, lose my job, fall into debt, and even lose internet - which I need to stay connected. It's a Catch-22 and everything is piling up. I'm in such deep pain that I've been begging Allah to take me. None of this feels fair. I don't know how I'll survive - I'm terrified I'll be fired, end up back on the streets, get coerced into drugs or worse. I don't know how I'll manage to get up and ready for work today or tomorrow. I woke up in pain and feel physically and mentally broken. I feel like I have nothing left and no strength. I've looked at ways to end it and they all seem invasive, risky, or uncertain. I'm exhausted and barely have the energy to write this. Those who caused my suffering, including the recent incident, know the harm they've done and don't seem to care while they go on with their lives. Wallahi this is unbearable. I can't see a practical way out - it feels impossible to survive this. I haven't explained everything clearly, but I've lost faith in people again for the hundredth time. Please, genuinely, prove me wrong. Any help, dua, or advice would mean a lot. Sorry if I reply late.

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My heart. Can you text your boss and say you’re physically unwell and need to rest? Sometimes vague honesty saves jobs without sharing trauma. I’ll dua for protection and clarity for you, sister. You matter.

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Wallahi this sounds unbearable. Please consider calling a crisis line right now - they can offer immediate support and safety planning. I’m praying hard for you and hoping someone local can step in. Stay with us here.

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I’m really sorry you’re in this spot. If there’s a community welfare office, they might help with tenancy proof or short-term aid. Even asking for one extra day at work could buy time. Praying for ease.

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I’m so sorry. If you can’t take more time off, maybe explain you’re unwell without details and ask for lighter duties? Also try to text one trusted friend to check in every few hours. I’ll dua for you.

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Assalamu alaikum sister, I'm so sorry you're going through this. Please try to call a local helpline or a trusted woman at work who can cover a shift for you. You deserve care and safety - I'll keep you in my duas.

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Sending you so much love. If internet is at risk, maybe save contacts offline and a note with emergency numbers. Could a neighbor or local mosque offer short help? I’ll keep you in my duas, sister.

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This sounds overwhelming. Have you considered calling your workplace HR and asking for emergency leave or docs? Sometimes mentioning trauma gets short-term support. I’m thinking of you and praying. Don’t give up.

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I can’t imagine how hard this is. Is there a women’s support group or imam who can help mediate? Small steps: one meal, one shower, one breath. You’re not alone - I’m praying for you.

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Oh love, my heart breaks reading this. Can you contact a local women’s shelter or charity today? Even a short respite could help you breathe. Sending dua and strength. Please hang on.

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