02/10/2025
Because Healing is Possible!
Assalamualaikum and hi everyone,
Do you ever struggle with self-esteem or fear of rejection?
I experienced bullying when I was in school, and later again in college. My world collapsed when it first happened — it felt like everything was against me. Even though I didn’t finish my studies in college, I survived. And surviving bullying is one of the biggest wins of my life.
Today, I’m at home, living peacefully without anyone trying to pull me down. I used to think I was a failure, but now I see myself as someone strong enough to endure. I’m grateful to my family who continues to support me and stand by my side.
I also live with schizophrenia. Some people might think that makes me “less,” or even delusional — but the truth is, I know what it feels like to be outcasted. In college, I went from having a circle of friends to being ignored completely, until I became mentally exhausted and relapsed.
But I am not angry anymore at those who contributed to the worsening of my mental health. I believe they were just people sent by The Higher Up to test me. And I survived that test.
Now, I am having the time of my life staying close to the family who cares about my well-being. I’ve stopped feeling bad about missing the career I once tried to pursue, because I’ve found a new purpose.
💡 Guess what? I’m back, with good spirits and a new goal in life: I want to become the voice for those who are oppressed, rejected, or living with mental health challenges — as someone who knows what it means to live with schizophrenia.
If you have a story to share, my DMs are open. Let’s connect and remind each other that we are survivors, not victims. 🌷