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Oct 2024
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08. A Pakistani Mother Asks... | Q&A Pak...

Nouman Ali Khan
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Hardships with getting married, societal pressure, unreal expectations, comparison syndrome and losing hope. Sound relatable?

A Pakistani mother and her son approached Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan during a Q&A session at the Akhri Moujza program in Pakistan, during which they expressed their concerns about the hardships our youth face when trying to get married. They observed that some are blessed enough to find their partner during their studies, whilst others struggle for years to find someone. Why does Allah open these doors for some people, whilst others can't seem to catch a break? Here's some advice from Ustadh Nouman.
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