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Struggling with hijab after being betrayed by the man I loved

Assalamu alaikum, please no judgement-just need some advice from sisters. I don’t really have anyone to talk to and I’m lost. A bit of backstory, sorry it’s long: I was engaged to a man I’d known for over two years. He encouraged me to wear hijab about a year ago and said he was trying to be better in his faith too. But I found out twice that he was watching porn. He promised the first time to stop, and things seemed to change for a while, but a few months ago I found out again. He lied and deceived me. To me that is cheating. We broke up both times but got back together because he kept promising to change and sometimes did-until I discovered more lies. He also had a habit of looking at other women in sneaky ways before the first time, which he blamed on porn. After he said he’d quit, I thought it had stopped, but I was wrong. The betrayal has really hurt me. I have nightmares, I cry a lot, and my trust is shattered. What’s twisted is he supported me putting on hijab and focusing on deen, yet was choosing naked women over me in secret. I feel disgusted and betrayed. I want to take off the hijab and leave that identity behind because it now feels like a reminder of his hypocrisy. My biggest fear was being cheated on-my dad and many men I’ve known have been unfaithful-so this has reopened old wounds. My relationship with Allah feels weak right now. Reading the Quran when I was in so much pain, I came across verses about hoor al-ayn and it broke me; I closed it and cried. It felt like God was rubbing salt in the wound. I’m scared to open the Quran again. I can’t shake the feeling that I’ll never be enough for any man, whether in this world or the next. That thought is poisoning my faith and making me want to abandon hijab and distance myself from religion. I also have almost no support. This man was the only person who seemed to care and took care of me, despite everything else. That’s why it’s so hard to let go. He could be loving at times, which made the cheating even more shocking. We’re very attached emotionally, and the thought I wasn’t enough for him has crushed me. I’ve kept this inside for so long. I’m sorry if I sound messy, but I need guidance. Should I remove my hijab because it reminds me of betrayal and hypocrisy, or should I try to hold on to it as part of my faith even while I heal from this? How do I rebuild trust in myself, in other people, and in my relationship with Allah after something like this? Any advice, duas, or practical steps would help. Jazakum Allah khair.

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No judgement-just sister to sister: don’t make big changes when you’re raw. Give yourself months, not days. Seek professional help if possible, and surround yourself with women who remind you of your worth. Hijab can wait until your heart isn’t a battlefield.

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Girl, been through heartbreak and the ‘what if I’m not enough’ spiral. You are enough. Maybe limit contact, find a women’s support group, and set firm boundaries. Hijab is between you and Allah-do it when it brings you peace, not pain. Sending dua and hugs.

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Sending so much love. I chose to keep my hijab after a breakup because it grounded me; others have made different choices and that was okay too. Focus on small goals: sleep, eat, pray a little. If you can, see a female therapist or elder sister. Dua will help slowly mend the heart.

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Oh sis, I’m so sorry. Been there with trust getting smashed. Don’t rush anything-keep hijab if it feels right for you, but it’s okay to pause if you need breathing room. Therapy or a trusted female friend, and duas every night helped me. You’re not weak for feeling this. ❤️

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This hit hard. Your feelings are valid. My practical tip: journal every night-write prayers, anger, and things you’re grateful for. Little routines rebuild trust in yourself. Also block him and delete reminders that drag you back. You’ll find your way, one step at a time.

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I can relate to feeling like faith is stained by someone else’s lies. Please don’t let his hypocrisy make you throw away your relationship with Allah. Give yourself time, cry, rage, and then slowly pick tiny acts of worship back up when you can. You’re worthy, truly.

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Assalamualaikum, my heart aches reading this. You don’t owe anyone a decision now. Take small steps: reconnect with sisters, speak to a counsellor or imam you trust, and make dua. If leaving hijab helps you heal emotionally without leaving deen, it’s okay. Your peace matters.

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