Assalam Alakum, Since I was in the eighth grade I knew I wanted to wear hijab. That was almost seven years ago and I still haven’t been able to. I’ve mentioned it twice to my parents during that time frame and everytime I do they tell me not to go to the extreme. My heart ... Read More
12, male, my parents are Christians, I’ve been atheist for the majority of my life, I was in a dark state when I found Islam and after I started learning more about it I found that it’s teachings really connected with me. My parents aren’t accepting my religion and I need to know what to ... Read More
So my situation some might relate to. I am a female, 18 and i do have a happy family. I really wish i can be islamic and find a right path. My parents and the mosque i attend just force us to pray and make islam so “boring and make it stressful” Whenever i ask ... Read More
Salam, I’ve struggled with mental health since I was about 14, but it wasn’t until I was 15 when I was admitted inpatient for treatment. Since then I’ve been in and out of hospitals for treating my mental health. This January I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and they’ve put me on a mood ... Read More
Dear Fatima, I’m a nineteen year old girl in college. I feel chained to a cycle of addiction in the form of masturbation and I sometimes hate myself for it. I know the triggers of it are going to sleep late and primarily looking at my phone in bed, but even when I try to ... Read More
Female, 13 I Don’t Pray, That’s Not My Only Problem Though, I Always Lie About It. Once In A While My Mom Will Catch Me Lying And I Will Feel Guilty About Not Praying And Start To Pray Again. It Only Lasts For About A Week Then I Gradually Stop Praying Again, My Mom Will ... Read More
Salaams, I am a 20 year old girl living in the U.S., and I am really struggling with keeping a good opinion about Allah SWT. I feel like I am constantly comparing myself to others and at the same time seeing everything that happens to me as really bad and difficult. I constantly feel like ... Read More
I’m a female in my 20s and I don’t know how to explain that I don’t even know what’s wrong with me. My relationship with my family isn’t what is used to be. I’ve changed and become distant with so many people. I feel so lonely. I feel extremely insecure. I got led on by ... Read More
Asalaamu alaikum. I am a 17 year old Muslim girl. I am ashamed to say that I am from the United States, where Donald Trump was elected president last night. I live with my parents and cat. My brother, who lives out of the country for work, says he is extending his stay. He also ... Read More
I have been in counseling for a long time. I’ve tried many different medications. I’ve seen different psychiatrists, doctors, specialists. I have tried herbal supplements, omega 3, acupuncture, massage, meditation/mindfulness, biofeedback. You name it! I’m starting to think I should just admit myself into the behavioral center again. But even THAT didn’t do me any ... Read More
