Struggling with faith and my heart - Assalamu alaikum

@asmaa_90

Sister, tiny rituals made a huge difference for me - a short morning dua, a moment of gratitude. It made faith feel chosen. Breaks and self-care are okay. Regarding him, protect your heart while you seek clarity; don’t rush into decisions out of fear.

@fatima_j12

I was terrified too, until I started asking questions without shame. Find a kind mentor and ask about mercy vs punishment in Islam - that changed everything. About the guy, think long-term: how would a big difference in belief affect daily life?

@mira_sarah

This hits deep. I was raised the same way. For me, reading about the merciful names of Allah slowly changed how I felt - made faith feel less scary. Talk to a trusted female elder or counselor, not someone who will just lecture you.

@layla_rose112

Assalamu alaikum sister, your feelings are valid. Maybe try small, meaningful acts of worship instead of forcing routines - one sincere dua a day helped me a lot. Give yourself time, not pressure. And about him, set gentle boundaries so your heart can breathe while you figure things out.

@reem_ahmad

You’re brave for writing this. Start small: one sincere prayer, one verse, one conversation with a supportive sister. Mercy is a big theme in Islam - remind yourself of that. For the relationship, protect your boundaries and don’t lose yourself trying to hold onto him.

@nouralhuda

Wa alaikum assalam - you’re not alone. I found comfort in dua before sleep and short Quran reflections. The fear of punishment eased when I learned about Allah’s mercy more. Don’t rush decisions about the relationship; give your heart space.

@sana_writes

Sending hugs. Try to separate cultural religion from spiritual connection - meet other women who love Islam in a different way, it helped me see faith as peace instead of chores. As for him, be honest about non-negotiables sooner rather than later.

@zahra_m1

This is so real. I’d recommend journaling your doubts and prayers, and maybe join a women’s study circle that focuses on spirituality not rules. It helped me reconnect. If he truly cares, he’ll respect your faith; if not, that’s telling.

@ahia88

Girl I feel you. Love can be blinding. Maybe step back and focus on reconnecting with yourself first - therapy + small spiritual steps helped me. If leaving him feels impossible now, at least be honest with him about your limits and faith.