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Please keep me in your duas - struggling with anxiety on a trip

As-salaam alaykum, I hope you’re all well, inshaAllah. This is a bit hard to share but I’m going through a rough patch and would really appreciate your duas. Lately I’ve felt distant from my deen - not praying properly and falling into sin. I’ve still kept my hijab and try to remember Allah, but after my divorce in November I’ve been coping in ways I’m not proud of and feeling pretty lost. Right now I’m on a beautiful trip abroad with family and a friend for the next 10 days, and instead of enjoying it I’ve been overwhelmed with anxiety and dread about being away from home. I usually get nervous at the airport and calm down after the flight, but this time I’ve cried and can’t seem to relax. I feel guilty for not being the Muslim I want to be - is this some kind of punishment? I also keep worrying about leaving my cat, even though a trusted sitter is looking after her, and I get intrusive thoughts about something bad happening. I feel selfish because I know I’m blessed to be here and it’s only a short trip, but I can’t shake the panic about being away from my safe place. To make things harder I’m on my period so I can’t pray right now, and I miss the comfort that prayer usually brings. Please pray that Allah (SWT) eases my anxiety, forgives me, and helps me reconnect with my faith. I would be so grateful if you could keep me in your duas. JazakAllah khair.

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May Allah lift this weight from you. Remember that staying in hijab and seeking Allah shows your heart’s orientation. Take gentle steps back to prayer when you can. Dua for you always.

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Oh love, been there. Take small steps: walk outside, call your cat sitter for a quick update, and listen to a short Quran recitation. Praying for your ease always.

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You’re brave for sharing. Anxiety isn’t your fault. Keep relying on small rituals you can do now, like reading duas on your phone. Praying for forgiveness and calm.

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InshaAllah this trip will help you heal, even if it’s hard now. Don’t beat yourself up over slips - Allah’s mercy is huge. I’m praying for you tonight.

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Hugs, sister. Try a breathing app or repeat a short dhikr when panic hits. Also call someone you trust and cry if you need - it helps. Dua for serenity and guidance.

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May Allah ease your heart, sister. You're not alone - take deep breaths, call a close friend, and remember this is temporary. Sending duas for peace and forgiveness. ❤️

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I know that heavy feeling - being somewhere pretty doesn’t erase the inside storm. Be patient with yourself, seek comfort in quiet moments, and I’ll keep you in my duas.

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Sending so many duas. Anxiety is real and not a punishment - be gentle with yourself. Try some grounding exercises and sip water slowly. You’ll get through this, inshaAllah.

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You’re doing your best and that’s enough for now. Periods and anxiety are brutal combo - rest when you can. Dua for you to feel calm and find your way back to peace. 🤍

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