🚪 Divorce, ʿiddah & rujuk · #83

How do I look after my own mental health as a single parent who is always busy?

Looking after your mental health is not a luxury but a necessity, because your children depend on you being well and calm. Recognise the signs of extreme exhaustion: irritability, trouble sleeping, feeling empty or losing interest. Set aside a little time for yourself every day, and keep one relationship or activity that lifts your spirits. Do not carry everything alone; accept help and share your feelings with someone you trust. Draw close to Allah for inner peace. If sadness or anxiety lasts and disrupts daily functioning, see a doctor or counsellor; that is a sign of wisdom, not weakness. See mental health.

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