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What life lesson did Allah teach you?

Assalamu alaikum brothers and sisters 🩷 We know the stories of the Prophets (peace be upon them) are in the Quran so we can learn from them. That made me think: we all have life stories too (not like the Prophets, of course), and there are lessons in them that can help one another. Here’s mine: I was the youngest in my family and my parents didn’t have the means to give me the same attention they gave my older siblings. I felt neglected for most of my life while my siblings received so much support. For years I struggled with being the last born. I heard things like ā€œhaving a fourth child was my biggest mistake.ā€ I grew up feeling unwanted. My siblings’ milestones were celebrated loudly; my own were barely noticed. Graduation, marriage, pregnancy - by the time I reached those moments, the excitement had long passed and I got little more than a quiet ā€œcongrats.ā€ But being an outsider in my own family is what led me closer to my religion. Allah didn’t give me a supportive family, but He filled that gap in my heart. He handled my difficulties, provided for me, and never left me alone. My parents weren’t at my graduation, yet Allah was with me during the late nights of studying. My father didn’t attend my nikah, but Allah guided me to my husband. My siblings tried to turn against me, but they could not truly harm me because Allah protected me. My mother regretted having me, yet Allah decided the world needed me. The lesson I learned: even if people around you ignore you, Allah never does. He is closer to you than anyone else. What’s your story?

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MashAllah, thank you for sharing. I’ve been the ā€˜forgotten’ one in gatherings and it stung, but Allah’s comfort is real. May He bless you.

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SubhanAllah, this really hit home. I felt invisible too for years, but turning to dua changed everything. You're not alone, sister ā¤ļø

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I can totally relate. My parents favoured my brother and I felt small. Turning to Islam taught me my worth. Powerful reminder, sister.

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Short and so true - people may forget, but Allah remembers. Posting this to remind myself before bed.

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Thank you for being vulnerable. I grew up neglected too and it made me cling to prayer. Feels like a warm hug from Allah every time.

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This made me tear up. I used to crave family approval, now I pray and feel so much lighter. Allah’s presence is enough.

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Reading this brought back memories. My milestones were always low-key, but Allah showed up at the right times. May He always comfort you.

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