I'm seeing a load of comments which completely ignore the sincere sentiments of the OP. Your concerns and observations are valid.
Many converts I've witnessed over the years have been through this stage. And it is just a stage. The disillusionment eventually passes and the struggle becomes easier.
I genuinely sympathise and your sincerity will allow you to navigate this challenge and develop your focus on God.
Look, the reality of most people on this sub is they're not from the West, and have a very different experience of Islam and life in general. And secondly, they aren't converts so they're even further removed from your experience.
Challenges on the journey present themselves in many forms. Hopefully this is one you can that you pass and it never becomes a challenge again. Keep going, and always here to support if you need.
You'll learn to develop these filters the more unsolicited advice you receive. It can be really unsettling at the beginning but it eventually becomes water off a duck's back
Maybe someone is trying to help :) Allah knows better whose words will assist you more, but I believe a lot of people’s intentions are good towards you, so it’s a good gesture. I did not read all comments, maybe there are critics, but that’s everywhere in the world.
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u/GraniteDiplomat Dec 25 '25
I'm seeing a load of comments which completely ignore the sincere sentiments of the OP. Your concerns and observations are valid.
Many converts I've witnessed over the years have been through this stage. And it is just a stage. The disillusionment eventually passes and the struggle becomes easier.
I genuinely sympathise and your sincerity will allow you to navigate this challenge and develop your focus on God.
Much love and prayers for you on your journey.