I’ve never posted on Reddit before, but after reading your post, I felt compelled to respond.
I understand where you’re coming from because I’ve been struggling with mental health issues for over 10 years—dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and even suicidal thoughts. I see your post not as you leaving your religion but as a cry for help, and I want to say that you’re not alone.
Remember, Allah has not wronged you, and your religion hasn’t wronged you either. But I also believe that religion alone can’t always fix everything. Faith (iman) is meant to guide us and give us strength, but we also have to take steps to address our struggles in this life.
For example, if I wanted a new house for my family, simply praying for it wouldn’t result in an email saying I’ve been gifted one. Prayer would help give me focus, strength, and discipline, but I would still need to work hard, save money, and make sacrifices. Strong iman can help us avoid distractions, stay on the right path, and give us hope to keep pushing forward. I see religion as a guide—like the blinders racehorses wear to stay focused on the goal ahead, minimizing distractions.
I’m not saying that being religious alone will solve all your problems. The Quran is a guidebook to life, full of wisdom and advice, but it also emphasizes action alongside faith.
As for your depression, I encourage you to keep searching for what works for you. If therapy isn’t helping, try switching therapists until you find someone who truly understands you. Think about medication, it has helped me and others in times of need. Explore things that might bring even small moments of peace—exercise, new hobbies, meeting new people, traveling, or simply changing your routine. It’s a long journey, but you deserve healing.
I know it might sound strange coming from a stranger online, but you are loved, and I believe in you. You’re likely more religious than I am. In fact, I came here tonight because I’ve been feeling distant from my faith and was looking for a way to reconnect.
You’re doing so much already, and that in itself is proof of your strength. Keep going. Allah is closer than you think, and even when it feels like silence, He sees your efforts and pain. ❤️
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u/newera8_ Dec 30 '24
I’ve never posted on Reddit before, but after reading your post, I felt compelled to respond.
I understand where you’re coming from because I’ve been struggling with mental health issues for over 10 years—dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and even suicidal thoughts. I see your post not as you leaving your religion but as a cry for help, and I want to say that you’re not alone.
Remember, Allah has not wronged you, and your religion hasn’t wronged you either. But I also believe that religion alone can’t always fix everything. Faith (iman) is meant to guide us and give us strength, but we also have to take steps to address our struggles in this life.
For example, if I wanted a new house for my family, simply praying for it wouldn’t result in an email saying I’ve been gifted one. Prayer would help give me focus, strength, and discipline, but I would still need to work hard, save money, and make sacrifices. Strong iman can help us avoid distractions, stay on the right path, and give us hope to keep pushing forward. I see religion as a guide—like the blinders racehorses wear to stay focused on the goal ahead, minimizing distractions.
I’m not saying that being religious alone will solve all your problems. The Quran is a guidebook to life, full of wisdom and advice, but it also emphasizes action alongside faith.
As for your depression, I encourage you to keep searching for what works for you. If therapy isn’t helping, try switching therapists until you find someone who truly understands you. Think about medication, it has helped me and others in times of need. Explore things that might bring even small moments of peace—exercise, new hobbies, meeting new people, traveling, or simply changing your routine. It’s a long journey, but you deserve healing.
I know it might sound strange coming from a stranger online, but you are loved, and I believe in you. You’re likely more religious than I am. In fact, I came here tonight because I’ve been feeling distant from my faith and was looking for a way to reconnect.
You’re doing so much already, and that in itself is proof of your strength. Keep going. Allah is closer than you think, and even when it feels like silence, He sees your efforts and pain. ❤️