Pain & Purpose

The Humor Hidden in Hardship

You know you’re getting older and more fragile when sneezing feels like a near-death experience. Yes, that wasn’t a joke. I sneezed once, and honestly I thought my soul was about to exit through my spine. I’m not even exaggerating. One innocent sneeze can now trigger an entire spiritual journey, an out-of-body moment, a terrible experience, and …

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When pain silences the heart

There are moments in life when pain doesn’t cry out—it withdraws. It silences the heart, numbs the emotions, and disconnects us from the world around us. In “When Pain Silences the Heart,” we explore the quiet, often misunderstood side of suffering—the kind that doesn’t show up in tears but in blank stares and speechless prayers.

This raw and reflective piece dives into the emotional numbness that can accompany physical or spiritual pain, offering a reminder that silence isn’t always a sign of weakness or lack of faith. Instead, it may be a sacred space—an unspoken Munajah—where the soul converses with Allah SWT in the most honest way possible.

Whether you’re in a season of struggle or walking alongside someone who is, this blog will speak to your heart, reminding you that Allah SWT hears even what your lips cannot say—and that you’re never alone, even in your quietest battles.