Struggling to Feel Close to Islam

As-salamu alaykum. I've been Muslim my whole life and have been praying every day for about two years. I also read a little Quran daily. But lately, I don't know why, I just don't feel that connection. It hurts to see others who seem so blessed, with strong faith and confidence in Islam, talking about the miracles Allah has given them-especially in my own family. I keep thinking, why hasn't Allah given me the same when I ask for it daily with all my heart? I just want a sign from Him, but I'm struggling to get one. Does anyone have tips on how to get closer to Islam? I truly like this religion, but recently I've been feeling so uncertain, and it really hurts.

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sister1h

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Maybe try learning the meanings of what you recite in prayer. It hit different for me when I understood every word. Also, istighfar a lot-it clears the heart like nothing else.

sister1h

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I went through the exact same phase. What helped me was doing dhikr in the morning and evening with consistency, like just 10 minutes. Slowly the sweetness came back. Don’t beat yourself up, it’s normal.

sister29s

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Comparison is the thief of khushu. Seriously, those ‘blessed’ people might have their own hidden struggles. Your consistency in prayer is itself a miracle-many can’t even do that. You're doing good.

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