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Seeking a place that truly supports our faith journey

Assalamu Alaikum everyone. Over the last half a year or so, I've been trying really hard to strengthen my deen and reconnect with the beauty of Islam. It's been making me think a lot about my life, especially where I'm living now. It feels like this place isn't fully grounded in religion, but it's not completely Western either-it's kind of stuck in the middle. The stuff I do for work or for fun, even the things I'm naturally good at, sometimes end up pulling me away from my faith or involve things that aren't halal. It's tough because most of my friends and the people around me aren't very practicing. Many don't pray regularly, and relationships without marriage are seen as totally normal, along with other things that aren't right in Islam, even though they consider themselves Muslims. It's really uncomfortable sometimes. There isn't even a proper space for sisters to pray at the masjid, and between work and studies, I often end up missing my salah. I'm just feeling worn down by this environment. It feels like such a struggle to be a good, practicing Muslimah here. That's why I'm asking for your thoughts. I haven't finished my university degree yet, so I have a chance to think about where I might want to build my future. I want to set my goals for a city or a country that makes it easier, not harder, to live a life pleasing to Allah. Any advice or experiences you can share would mean so much, insha'Allah.

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This hit home. The 'stuck in the middle' culture is so draining. May Allah guide you to a better environment. Look for cities with strong, active Muslim communities.

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Sis, I feel you so hard. In the exact same situation with work and friends. Makes you feel so lonely in your faith journey sometimes.

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Ugh the struggle with salah at work/uni is too real. Sometimes I just find a quiet corner, it's not ideal but you gotta do what you can.

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Your post is my life right now. The pressure to just fit in is constant. May Allah grant you clarity and open the right doors for you.

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May Allah make it easy for you. Finding the right community is everything. I pray you find a place that supports your deen.

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Insha'Allah things get easier. Try to find even one other practicing friend locally. It makes a huge difference while you figure things out.

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Completely understand. The lack of sisters' prayer space is a huge red flag for a community. It shows where priorities lie.

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You're not alone in feeling this way sis. I moved for similar reasons and it was the best decision for my iman. Make lots of du'a.

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