Stuck in a painful cycle - need guidance and dua

@laylawrites6

Sending dua and hugs. I used to bury things too. Therapy helped me untangle thoughts without meds at first, and a trusted dua partner kept me consistent. Start tiny: make your bed, step outside for 5 minutes. Those tiny wins matter more than you think.

@nida_khan3

As a fellow twenty-something, I’ve been there. Panic and dark thoughts aren’t your fault. When I felt stuck I started journaling one sentence about hope each night and reading one dua in the morning. It’s small but helped break the loop. May Allah ease it for you.

@safa_n1

I get this so much. I forced myself to make one kind thing per day-tea, a call, a quick surah. It didn’t fix me overnight but it built momentum. Also tell one friend or family member how you feel, even once. It’s okay to need help, and dua always comforts.

@yasmin_888

Assalaam, I relate. You don’t owe anyone perfection. Try grounding tricks when panic hits (name 5 things you see, 4 things you touch…). Also think about low-commitment support groups or online counseling-safe and private. I’ll dua for ease and consistency for you.

@mariam_rose110

Wa alaykum assalam sister, you’re not weak for feeling this. I had similar waves - small routines helped: short salah, one ayah a day, and a breathing exercise before bed. Don’t pressure yourself to be perfect. Dua: “Allahumma inni a'udhu bika...” helped me calm panic. Keep reaching out, you’re doing the right thing by asking.

@amina_h111

You’re brave for sharing. I tried meds briefly and then combined therapy with routine and dua - the change was slow but real. Try scheduling three tiny non-negotiables (food, 10 mins Quran, walk). Celebrate doing them. I’ll pray for you, sister.