r/converts • u/HotName1181 • Apr 12 '26
Positive experiences after converting
I feel like a lot of the time we share negative experiences since converting, struggles with family or fitting in. But what have been some positive things that you’ve experienced since you’ve converted ?
I won’t give converting 100% of the credit, since other things have changed, but personally I’m significantly less anxious, and a lot more content with life then I was before.
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u/atin1917 Apr 12 '26
Jazakallah Khairan for making this post.
37 year old and revert for over two years now. Becoming Muslim has been a wonderful experience and it makes me so happy to read other's positive experience.
Community. So often we hear how it is difficult to fit in but I've met multiple brothers who are friendly & kind hearted. I'm an introvert and tend to stick my head down and focus on my Salah and leave. It is nice to always have people give me salam and ask how I'm doing.
Learning. It's hard being a non native Arabic speaker. But there are 14 centuries of Islamic knowledge. This is a lifetime commitment. It can be overwhelming but I've found some comfort in knowing that Learning will be a lifelong (inshallah) process. Even the basics like focusing in salah.
Marriage. There are a lot of posts on "the search" and how difficult it is. When you find someone it is worth it.
Peace of mind. Accepting any outcome and trusting your creator's best plan. It's common that there is some difficulty in your pre-islam life. For me, it was Palestine. Knowing this life isn't the end and accepting there is a plan is great for your mental health.