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
Dear Fatima, im a 20 year old girl In US. My mom yells at me every single day when I try to take care of myself. If I buy anything nice for myself she yells at me, if I buy something I need she yells at me. And if I get something to eat she ... 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
Salam, I am a female in my late teens and I am honestly done with my life. The thing is, it is no ones fault but mine and I am convinced that I am nothing but a nuisance to everyone around me. This all started in my earlier in my life, when I was 14 ... Read More
“You are brave. You are beautiful You are worthy of love. I’m so proud of you for sharing this — it is not easy to talk about. But talking about it and seeking help is the first step towards learning tools on how to deal with trials in life. Please remember — i have not ... Read More
I am a 16 year old Muslim girl and I have been going through some tough times. Me and my dad used to be really close, but after a while things went downhill and our relationship slowly crashed. In elementary school my dad and mom were going through a lot they have been fighting since then. I found out what ... Read More
A 20 year old brother who was seriously contemplating suicide thanks the Stones to Bridges community… “2 years of being depressed, 2 months of panic attacks and anxiety, and I’m feeling more closer to Allah than ever. Subhannallah. Allah tests us every step of the way. Get help if you ever EVER think of killing ... Read More
Dear Fatima, I can’t handle life anymore. I have given up on making friends, I have given up on happy family days, geez, I have even given up on getting good grades and my Allah, college is just one of those pretty pictures I can only dream about. Being a senior, I”m done with life, ... Read More
Dear Fatima, Asslamualaikum, this is the first time I’m posting on this website. This is the first time I’m writing about what I’m feeling. A little about my self, I am a Male, I am 20, I attend college, I am on the hinges of dropping out and doing nothing for the rest of my ... Read More
An important old article and lesson for all: The first person who benefits from an act of charity is the benefactor himself, by seeing changes in himself and in his manners, by finding peace, by watching a smile form on the lips of another person. If you find yourself to be in difficulty or distress, ... Read More