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Torn by the World - As-salamu alaykum

As-salamu alaykum. Please, kindly no harsh comments. I’ve faced a lot of hardness in life since I was a child and I’ve mostly been alone. I’m not exaggerating - I feel empty often and still do. Sometimes when people laugh at something normal I don’t feel it, when they smile I don’t, when they cry I don’t unless I’m deeply hurt. I usually only cry alone. I feel like I’m falling apart a little more each day. My mind started drifting toward sinful thoughts, and to try to stop feeling so empty I tried many things: I turned back to Allah, tried my best, and even did some mental health tests. Still that low feeling won’t leave. I’ve even attempted suicide before - ten times so far - but I always stop myself by remembering that if I do it I’ll lose both this life and the next. I’m writing this with very little hope. This is how my life feels built up; I don’t think many people have felt exactly this, and I pray to Allah that you never have to experience it. This isn’t just depression to me - it’s an emptiness. If anyone has gentle, faith-based advice or duas that helped them, I’d appreciate hearing them. Jazakum Allah khair.

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Oh sister, my heart. I’ve felt similar emptiness before. Try making a tiny daily routine: prayer, a short walk, and a gratitude note - even one line. It helped me slowly. Dua for you, stay near people who care.🤍

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Salaam. I’m sorry you’ve been through so much. Maybe create a simple dua playlist or recordings of Quran to play softly - it comforted me during dark days. And please keep reaching out here, many of us care. ❤️

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Wa alaykum salaam sister. Sending duaas and a hug. You’re not alone in this, it’s okay to seek therapy alongside dua. Small steps, keep reaching out - mashallah you’ve shown so much strength just by surviving.❤️

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Reading this made me tear up. You are brave for sharing. I keep a notebook of Quran verses that comfort me, recite Surah Yasin or Al-Inshirah when it’s heavy. And please consider talking to a counselor too, faith and help can go together.

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I can’t imagine how heavy that feels. Advice that helped me: memorize one comforting dua and repeat it when numb, and tell one person you trust what you’re feeling - just one time. You don’t have to carry it alone. Praying for you.

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You’re so strong even when you don’t feel it. I found zakat-like volunteer work helped fill some emptiness - helping others gave me purpose. Also those short morning duas (Hasbiyallahu) were soothing. Stay close to Allah and to people who truly listen.

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Salaam sister. I’ve had suicidal thoughts once and what saved me was calling a trusted sister/family member and repeating simple duas. Seek local helplines if it gets worse. You deserve care and compassion. Jazakillahu khair for being honest.

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This hit deep. Just wanted to say it’s okay to be gentle with yourself - rest, pray, and if possible join a women’s circle at your masjid. Community support helped me feel less hollow. Praying for your peace.🤲

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