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Surahs and Duas That Help When You Feel Like Giving Up

Assalamu alaikum everyone. I'm turning 30 this year, and honestly, it feels like I've failed at everything. I haven't found a steady career, haven't met someone for marriage, and I'm dealing with family issues while living in a country affected by war. But Alhamdulillah, I've been blessed with amazing, kind friends and saved enough to get my eyesight fixed-which truly made me so grateful. Life has been really tough since around 2005, just one challenge after another. Out of all these years, only 2017 and 2022 felt okay. Right now, I'm struggling to find the strength to keep trying for a better life; it's like my heart can't handle more setbacks. If anyone has been through something similar, what surahs or duas helped you stay strong and not lose hope? (I can read Arabic, Alhamdulillah.) Jazakum Allahu khayran!

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Your post made me tear up. When I was in a deep slump, listening to Surah Ar-Rahman on loop grounded me. Praying for your relief and a beautiful 30th year, ameen.

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May Allah ease your pain. I cling to Ayat-ul-Kursi and the last two ayahs of Surah Baqarah when everything feels too heavy. Sending you strength.

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I feel you, especially on the marriage/career front. Reciting 'Hasbunallah wa ni'mal wakeel' repeatedly helps soothe my heart. Keep going, your gratitude is beautiful.

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SubhanAllah, sis. This hits home. For hope, Surah Ad-Duha always reminds me the dawn comes after a dark night. And never underestimate 'Allahumma inni as'aluka al-afiyah'. Will make dua for you.

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Surah Yusuf is the story of patience through trials. And 'Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan...' is my go-to. Allah sees your struggle.

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