Being a convert in a family of non-muslims (help available here)

It is a sad fact that some who embrace Islam will find themselves shunned by both friends and family and often find themselves shut off from social and family. It is the same thing for some Christians who go from one denomination to another. I know of many Catholic converts who are disowned by their Protestant family and friends. If I convert to Islam I will loose my family, friends, I will have to divorce my husband and loose my son. The only loss I do not think I can handle is my son . I am still praying and discerning and whatever God calls me to do I will do no matter what it cost me.
 
Yeah. My family took it well but I am still on my own financially and otherwise. It wouldn't be so tough if I had community support, a wife, etc. Just make dua for me.
 
Yeah. My family took it well but I am still on my own financially and otherwise. It wouldn't be so tough if I had community support, a wife, etc. Just make dua for me.

I will keep you in my prayers. How long has it been since you embraced Islam? Godwilling he will send the right helpmate for you.
 
I'm the only muslim in my family. They are all Christan.
I told them though a letter as it was the only way to tell them how I felt and what I belived in. They were even more shocked as I started to wear the hijab so after I converted. It was very uncomfortable when I saw my family.
Over a year on, they are alright with me being muslim and wearing the hijab. They understand my faith now and are happy that I've found something that I'm happy with.
 
thanks everyone for the advice, i have found it quite difficult to be a convert in a non muslim family, especially since my brother is in the army and has an obscure view of muslims
 
salaam.
im noew to this foruma nd dont know how to post a new thread as i cant find the link...
but wanted to ask anyone for advice on any books which would be useful to give to a non-muslim friend of mine. she has been diagniosed with terminal cancer and would like to give her some material to raed.
any help is appreciated, im in the U.K if that helsp.
salaam
 

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