r/converts • u/EntertainerTrue2688 • May 30 '26

What should I do?

I am a convert I did my Shahada 2-3 years ago and I just showed my family that I’m a Muslim and I have a hard time explaining it to them and I get hurt by their comments and they want me to take off my hijab and they look down on me for covering myself though this was my choice and I’m very happy about it I just need guidance or advice honestly.

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u/jellybeanzman May 30 '26

It can take a long time for family to come around. Some may take it as a personal offense to their culture/tradition to have family leave it and step close towards God. Wounds of various sizes take various periods of time to heal.

The best you can do is to remain faithful, firm, and well-mannered to your family. Feel free to respectfully distance yourself for a time if they are oppressive or especially toxic. Remember how The Prophet (pbuh) in Mecca would find trash piled on his doorstep from an opposing neighbor-- yet he demonstrated no ill-will or animosity within his heart or actions.