Muslims #EmergingProud through Mental Distress (eBook)

A note about this pocketbookAre you a Muslim whose journey through life has been affected by someone or something that caused you mental and emotional distress? Have you been subjected to oppressive or abusive situations you found difficult to escape from or talk about? Do you sometimes wonder whether you will ever be able to move beyond the adverse experiences you were exposed to and become who you were always meant to be? If so, you are not alone, everyone who features in this book has been affected in the same way. Or are you simply interested in learning about how distressing or traumatic experiences may impact members of the Muslim community? In this sixth edition of our Pocketbooks of Hope and Transformation series, you'll discover 10 inspiring stories from Muslim Peers. From experiencing emotional, physical or sexual abuse as a child or adult, to being exposed to situations that the human mind and emotions struggle to comprehend, these stories showcase brave individuals who have managed to overcome their struggles.For many, their experiences were an invitation to step powerfully into a life of greater self-compassion, connecting to their faith, finding meaning and purpose and healing, which was born out of their challenging process. If you are still battling to come to terms with difficult life experiences, our wish is that this book brings you some sense of hope for better days to come.