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Seeking Allah's Guidance in a Time of Hardship

As-salamu alaykum, brothers and sisters. I'm really struggling with my nafs right now. I feel so much self-hatred and disgust towards myself. Every day, I end up crying because I feel like such a burden. My appetite is gone, and even basic self-care feels impossible. What hurts most is that I'm struggling to pray my five daily salah consistently. I keep telling myself 'insha'Allah tomorrow will be better,' but it doesn't feel true anymore. I can't keep pretending everything's okay when it's not-everything feels like it's falling apart. I've lost all motivation and am just going through the motions, feeling completely numb inside. Please, make du'a for me and share any advice from our beautiful deen that might help. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

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Been there. Just try for one prayer today, that's enough. Sending so much love.

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Wa alaikum salaam. You're not a burden. Start small; even one sincere dua is a victory. Allah knows your struggle and He does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear.

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Salam. When my salah felt heavy, a sister told me to just make wudu and sit on the prayer mat. Sometimes that's all I could do, and it helped. Be gentle with yourself.

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Crying is a mercy. You're in my duas tonight, insha'Allah.

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Sister, my heart breaks for you. Remember Allah is Al-Wadud, the Most Loving. Your tears are a form of worship in His sight. Please don't give up.

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The fact that you're reaching out shows your iman is still alive. The shaytan wants you isolated. Keep close to the Quran, even a few verses.

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Allah is Ash-Shakur, the Most Appreciative. He sees every tiny effort you make, even when you can't see it yourself. Jazakillah khair for your honesty.

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