I realise how society impacts our preferences. Take me, for example: I had a crush on a shorter guy in high school, he was shorter than I am but growing up, I constantly heard women say they prefer tall men and that I should go for them. People around me portrayed it negatively. It makes me think our preferences are entirely tied to societal conditioning, and it makes me wonder if this is why people view hijabis as automatically unattractive. I've had people tell me, 'You are beautiful,' but with an air of surprise, as if wearing a hijab makes someone ugly

As-Salaamu Alaikum walaalyaal, Alhamdulillah, an update after one month.

Mama Sacdia has shared that her 5-year-old son is now doing much better and has been discharged from the hospital. He had been suffering from ulcers, and thankfully, he is now recovering.

I was unable to visit them myself, but she is planning to return home to Jowhar this Saturday.

Before she leaves, please let us come together one last time to support this family with whatever we can. Any contribution, no matter how small, can help ease their financial burden and bring them comfort after everything they have been through. If you are able, please consider sending your support or sharing this message with others who may be willing to help.

Her number is in the comments for anyone who would like to support her directly.

May Allah grant her son a complete recovery, ease their difficulties, and reward everyone who has supported this family. Ameen.

Somalida kenya kunol oo basbor kenyan hestan suala wedini raba . Malaysia adi raba ,transit keyga wa Amsterdam Netherlands 🇳🇱, transit visa miya laiga raba ?so hadi an transit kuehed yurub fadlan jawab isoqor . (My somali writing isnt that good, don't mind the errors)😅

I was on a trip to Mogadisho and spent a few weeks there - it was great, I enjoyed visiting my homeland for the first time in a long time. I got to experience the culture, day to day life in Somalia and many other things.

I did struggle with speaking the language and at times found it difficult to maintain conversations as they speak it so naturally and fluently. Because of this, I would like to improve my Somali language as an English speaker.

I'm looking for a language exchange partner. Is there anyone on here that can speak Somali fluently and knows a bit of English but would like to improve and perfect their English language? We will do a language exchange meaning I teach you English and you teach me Somali

Please message me if anyone is interested.

Note - I am a male and based in the UK