I converted 3 years ago from a very religious catholic family. I was doing modelling back then and had my social media all full of photos and things I used to party and hangout with guys and I was very proud of being attractive. After I converted to Islam my life changed forever I started dressing modestly immediately after wanting to convert ( only covering my body) 2 weeks ago I chose to wear the hijab overnight I had been collecting hijabs for months before because in my heart I wanted to wear it but I was scared about the way family and friends would treat me. After putting it on I literally didn’t care about what anyone said. I am so happy with my decision and I feel so much more beautiful now.
@@Veiledglam I'm Arab and muslim by birth but my parents are extremely 'liberal' and proud of it. When I put on hijab my mom grieved as if I had contracted a deadly disease! Subhanallah
In the beginning my husband didn’t support me wearing the hijab but now he is very proud of me…elhamdulillah…you should be proud of yourself…then everybody around you will accept and be proud too inshaAllah
Jasmine I am a new convert. I said Shahada during Ramadan. I’ve enjoyed all of your videos, but this one hits home currently. I actually started wearing a scarf on National Hijab day and didn’t take it off until feeling pressured to take it off while on vacation where most are not dressed modestly. Honestly I was feeling pretty bad about it but this video has helped. Alhamdulilah, thank you. Now that I’m back home I’ve put the hijab back on. I will say I’m proud of myself for wearing a burkini while on vacation and was actually asked to get of the pool because only swimsuit attire was allowed. I’m so happy I stood up for myself and stayed in. Being a hijabi does have its up and downs. I’ve only worn hijabi for a few months and feel like it’s part of who I am already. The hard part is getting the people around me to accept that’s who I am. I am also struggling a little with transitioning my clothes to more modest, but still keep a somewhat of a western style. Do you sell your clothing line in the US, I’ve tried finding you but have not been able to.
Your story is very inspiring. I’m a revert too (almost two years now) and I have been dabbling with hijab but I just know my family is gonna have an issue and it’s hard because everyone at school knows me as a non hijabi. Most don’t even know I’m Muslim. I graduate this spring and will hopefully be moving states which would make a really good opportunity to start wearing it but we will see. I really hope soon in-shaa-Allah that I will start wearing it.
my mom is catholic and my dad is muslim. I was always raised as a muslim, and when I was 16 years old I decided to wear the hijab. No one ever told me to wear, or talk to me about it. When i was younger I didnt even know that the hijab was mandorty, subhanallah, lol. I edcuated myself about islam, by the will of Allah. And so now I wear the hijab, and my mom dosent because she is a non-muslim. And people look at us and cant beilve that I wear especially because my mom dosent and we live in america. i am just proud of myself and thankfull to allah for gifting me with a father who is muslim and raised me as one, and for increasing me in knowledge.
as a new muslim (i converted about 2 weeks ago) this means so much to me. i come from a catholic/christian family so having a muslim daughter must be tough for them.
@nanamiez yes it may be difficult for them but who knows maybe Allah made you the first revert of this family to inspire them to revert too. May Allah makes it easy for you and your family.
I LOVE how kind and respectful you both were to each other. Especially jasmine being the hijabi, because alot of hijabis now adays have started to act superior to non-hijabis, but they forget having pride like that will become their gateway to hell.
I've seen spite and superiority on both ends tbh. It's not going to make it better for anyone. People just need to remind themselves that they commit to Allah first, instead of doing things for other people.
I agree up until you said it will be their gateway to hell. Sister, you cannot say that anyone is going to hell, that is up to allah. I would be very cautious saying things like this😳😳
No she wasn't respectful? She says she wishes if she didn't wear hijab, god would somehow guide her to the right path and put it in her heart, there's a non-hijabi RIGHT in front of her! I really wonder what makes some hijabis think they are on the right path more than other people. God evaluates the whole package, not hijab versus non-hijab, and you can never know how your entire package compares to someone else.
so you deny the command of covering your hair as a muslim woman? it's not about hijabis are superior than non hijabis, but it's abt covering your hair as a part of what Allah has commanded to you so the logic here is wearing hijab is the right thing to do. As a muslim, you only do things that you want to do? ofc not, because to seek the pleasure of Allah you need to do your best, i'm not saying that non hijabis ain't doing their best cuz obviously some of them trying hard to wear hijab, but some of them who are not even trying to think of wearing hijab need to re-evaluate the priority on this dunya@@sophiakarimi6005
I started wearing the hijab at 23 and it was only difficult for me when I’d start looking for validation and acceptance outside my faith. IMO surround yourself with supportive people and strengthen your faith. Also if you start feeling insecure just know there are plenty of beautiful way to wear ur hijab that are easy to find in Instagram and other forms of social media.
I would like to say when I worked for Corporate America it was very difficult to start wearing Hijab I was in my early 30's. Then one day my 3rd grade child asked me if she could start wearing Hijab. From that day forward I have never taken it off. By the way I am now 69 years old.
My 11 mo. old daughter wears Hijab...it is sooooooooooo cute!!! I am raising her with the utmost care, kindness and gentleness, and she will one day make an excellent Muslimah wife :)
@@KendallM0219 I'm quite sure this mother is putting her all into raising her young daughter. I'm sure she wants her to be an overall full and complete individual, which includes being a good wife. Most of us put a lot into raising our children.
I actually think that when most people know you're a muslim but see that you're a non-hijabi they are more curious about why you are not wearing the hijab. That's why I think it's not a big deal to slowly start wearing a hijab occasionally to becoming a hijabi. This is something I have witnessed as well, don't worry the world is filled with people who will judge you for no reason at all but also filled with people who don't judge you and love you for who you are.
You are doing it Allah not for people read surah an nur: verse no 31 And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
@@troyparker9155 “…and to lay their *head coverings* over their chests, and not expose their adornments except to…” Literally the same verse. covering the hair is a given; the word is خِمار, or as in this verse خُمُر
I converted to Islam one year ago and the thought of wearing hijab comes to mind every now and then. I want my beautiful Muslim family. It is so natural to be modest in the Middle East, I feel like my soul is home when I travel. However since I am latina living in Miami, wearing hijab in Miami is still so foreign. Inshallah my journey will get easier but I really do pray that I am able to one day, maybe moving to another state or the Middle East to start a family. Thank you for your video! You girls are so kind and relatable! ❤
I want you to know that this video meant a lot to me. I converted back in Nov 2021. Both sides of my family are Christian, and they still do not know I converted yet because I just don’t know how they will react. I appreciate your friend being in the video as a non-hijabi. I love that you, Jasmine, are so welcoming and not pressuring. Obviously from my photo you can tell I have not put on hijab yet. It is something I am very reserved on doing for the specific reasons y’all have said. I’m 27 years old. I have 2 bonus daughters and a bio-daughter plus other family and friends. I feel like it would be so weird one day if I showed up wearing hijab when I haven’t my whole life. I do have the desire to wear it but I want to make sure that I am in the right head space before doing so specifically because I don’t want to put it on just to take it off. I am in the USA, so in the western world where it is not as familiar. I will say that I am blessed with a MIL and her friend that are both hijabis and they truly do inspire as does Jasmine.
Brooke, I am in a very similar situation as far as converting and my Christian family not knowing. I also think about wearing the hijab. Mashallah that you have a MIL hijabi! I am still looking for my family amongst the faith, inshallah
Salam sister, I converted in July 2020 and put the hijab on full time in September 2021. I am from the South, and come from a Christian family too. One of the biggest reasons for me deciding to put it on was the desire to be recognized by other Muslims (a silver lining that I didn't think about much before deciding to wear it was how wonderful it feels to be acknowledged as part of the Ummah-- without it I just look very white lol). Congratulations on taking your Shahadah, welcome to the sisterhood, and I pray that make Allah makes dressing modestly/wearing the hijab easy for you.
I know that my brothers friend converted and initially the parents were against it. For a long time they didn’t even talk to him, and he even got married with the permission of Imams. And Now Subhan Allah they accept him , and are talking to him and his wife. This goes to show that eventually ur family will talk. All you have to do is continue praying to soften the families hearts 😍
@@annalangham3342 thank you so much!! I’m from the south too in Arkansas. I appreciate you taking the time to respond to me. This is very uplifting and inspiring. How did your family take it?
maShaAllah I also converted in November 2021 and have also not told my family. It's difficult living in a southern state and being raised christian, especially still living with my mom, which makes it very difficult to make my prayers on time. inShaAllah we will get through it and Allah will guide us
Absolutaley love this video!!! I'm a hijabi myself and hate when non-hijabis get judged because I truly believe everyone's Iman is beyond the physical hijab. Bless you two, MashAllah!!!!
It's in surah an nur : verse no 31,And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
Their clothes were transparent and their bosoms are showing which was ironic because of the hijab covering the head. The order was to cover the bosom (more important for modesty). The hijab was even used to attract men before. In my case it is too hot and humid in my country to wear it, though I dress modestly. I wear the khimar only during Islamic gatherings where I endure migraines because of the heat.
This was a great and open conversation about something so important. I really felt like I was listening to my best friends giving me their opinions! Thank you! 🙏🏼
I'm a revert and I'm in my 30tys and I'm now wearing my hijab full time, it does feel strange at times but it's more odd for friends and family who saw me prior to wearing it, especially my male friends. They don't seem to understand why I wear it around them now, they always say that they know what I look like without it so why continue to wear it around them so I have to constantly explain to them that it's not about them knowing what I look like, it's about modesty and representing my faith. And yes I do feel like it makes you feel and act differently, when I wear my hijab in public I am alot nicer in the way I treat people and speak because I'm very aware that I'm not only representing myself, im representing other Islamic women and Islam
This is great to read! As a Muslim man, I started questioning lately whether wearing the head covering meant anything in terms of character (along with men that have fully grown their beards but let's keep to topic in this case). You've pointed out exactly how I see women wearing the headscarf, representing Islam and Muslim women. However, I've sadly seen examples of women who wear such garments who are horrible in character, treat others badly and have an air of arrogance about them or even just a general lack of respect for others, all of which go against what Islam teaches to my mind. It makes themselves and Islam look bad. The problem I have is, since we have such women in today's world, it makes me how much importance should I place on a woman's hijab when looking for a marriage partner. Mind you I've always kept in mind that Islam is perfect and Muslims aren't, especially myself.
I began wearing a hijab about 7 years ago. I consider myself a full-time hijabi, though I am a non-muslim in the USA. (I began wearing it to show support and solidarity for oppressed people everywhere, but especially for muslims, as the USA can be a very harsh place to live as a Muslim.) For complete transparency, I will say that I am not as constant with hijab in summer, as I have a medical condition in which getting overheated is dangerous. I do still try to wear it publicly when the danger of overheating is not as risky. It changed me too, though. I began to be nicer to people, more patient in traffic, cut down significantly on using swear words. Even my judgy thoughts about people softened so much. And, I began dressing modestly, getting rid of nearly all of my revealing clothing. Also, I began treating myself with more kindness and respect...like not allowing myself to think hateful and judgy thoughts about me, and replacing them with kind words and encouragement to keep trying and keep learning. I even wear it to church on the odd occasions that I go. It does ruffle feathers at church, but the priest always has my back. He even has invited me to speak a little about it before doing Stations of the Cross (Easter thing in some Christian religions) Even as a non-muslim, hijab has changed me. I am really proud of the changes that the hijab inspired in my life. 🥰
Jasmine you speak beautifully. I am half Lebanese but raised very western. I have a black mom, my dad is the only one who married outside of Arabs. My entire dads side wears hijab. I see some girls around my college campus and I feel that hijab is so beautiful and it reminds me of my cousins. I wanna wear hijab every now and then to see how it feels
Mashallah, may Allah guide you to wearing the hijab, Ameen. I would say give it a try, because with almost everything you do, whether it be starting an assignment in school or even wearing the hijab, the hardest part is just starting it. If it ends up not working out, you can at least be proud of trying it.
Try if you want, but if it’s not for you that’s okay too. Or maybe veiling partially with headbands or bandanas would work. Or only veiling during holidays or prayer. Basically whatever works for you.
I am a convert and I used to think I would never wear the hijab. At age 33 I started wearing it and I am very happy that I did. I realized that I was making excuses not to and that it was partially vanity. I loved my hair and still do but I no longer feel that people need to see that for me to feel beautiful. For years before putting on the hijab I stopped wearing my hair down. It was always up in a bun. Doing that made me stop thinking so much about how I looked for others and focused more on me. We all have our own journey with it and I think these conversations are important to help everyone understand and not be as judgemental towards one another.
A lot of people in the comments are stating that hijab is obligatory, and it 100% is, I don’t think anyone here is denying that. But we have to have adab and kindness around our discussions not only because there is no compulsion in religion, but because it is sunnah. I don’t think the prophet saw would aggressively yell at people that hijab is fard, especially when people know that, this is not proper dawwa. I’m a convert who started wearing hijab in the US with no Muslim family and I can verify that the best way to reach people is through caring, informed, and clear messaging. No need to sugar coat the fact that hijab is mandatory, it’s our job as sisters to help each other towards goodness, but use the best technique that will actually yield results instead of aggression. Jasmine asked Dunia really good questions, I’m sure she will continue to think about those questions, someone telling you “hijab is a commandment from God” and that’s all, which is something you already knew, that doesn’t realistically help people put on hijab (even though it should!!!) If we were created as angels, then yes, having a commandment that mandates hijab would be enough for everyone, and if humans were perfect then that would be enough, but we aren’t dealing with angels, we aren’t dealing with perfect people and that’s why we need nuanced discussion!
I would just to add that the ayah "There is no compulsion in religion means you cannot make someone take the Shahada if they do not want to" i.e you cannot force someone to become a Muslim, but a lot of Muslims think that this ayah means that nobody can tell you what to do which is not the point. Your comment is great I just wanted to clarify this because it's a common misconception I think 😊
It's been now more than a millenia since Islam descended on Arabs and still people are confused whether observing Hijab is mandatory or not? Huge congrats for such confusion
Love this video! Thank you so much for creating it! I recently converted to Islam and I've been learning from my family-in-law about the Islamic way! I've started reading the Qur'an and I'm making changes every day out of my own personal choice and embrace of Islam. I'm especially enjoying all the discussions around Hijab
Thank you for this Jasmine! I want to wear the hijab but I just can’t take the leap to do it full time yet! I wear it about 50% of the time. I am a revert and nobody in my family is muslim. I really enjoy your clothes and advise !
Before my daughter was born, I would wear the hijab and then take it off, then put it back on. However, my daughter only knew me without it. My daughter began wearing the hijab at 9 years of age, solely her decision. I was so inspired by her confidence, bravery and commitment to Allah’s commands that a year later, I began to hijab. I am in my late 40s. Subhanallah ❤. I still have days where I’m 100 percent proud that I wear it, like a crown and then there are days when I do feel uncomfortable, but I turn to Allah for strength and listen for advice from sisters like yourself. What you do matters. Thank you for sharing your stories with us.
Wow, such an open and honest discussion! Thanks to both of you for sharing your thoughts and to Jasmine for SO gently motivating Dunia to consider wearing the hijab and feel more comfortable with the idea. This is an approach that's not taken much when we get taught about hijab and therefore many women don't think of hijab as something beautiful and purely for Allah, which is the way it should be taught.
We all need God’s guidance. Wearing the hijab is hard in some countries. But we need to remember that we are in this dunya for a purpose and anything Allah has ordained upon us is for our own good and protection. We need to focus on that, it is not always about how we feel about something or somebody else feels. It’s an order and you need to follow it period. May Allah help us and give us proper understanding InshaAllah
Great questions and answers! I appreciate the honest answers from both sides - it's a helpful video for those like me who has been wearing hijab for 12+ years (reminds me of why I started and continue to do so) but also sending this to my friends who are in earlier stages of their journey to hijab for them to reflect on. May Allah bless you both!
I’m a Taiwanese revert but living in Belgium. In Belgium, working with western children and families makes it a bit difficult to put on the hijab. In Taiwan, there are Muslims from the South Asia, but it’s really rare to see a hijabi Taiwanese, because of the different religion. Hopefully I can put it on one day, and may God guide my family, insha’allah.
In surah an nur : verse no 31 , And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
As long as it’s safe for you where you live. Some people have been attacked for wearing hijab in dangerous places. Allah will understand if you can’t for safety. He is merciful, no?
I´m not a muslim but found this discussion interesting and it brought some thoughts that I would otherwise not come to think of. Respect and thanks to both of you!
I converted in Nov 2017, and I put on hijab full-time immediately. What you said about Imaan struck me because, at that time, my imaan was nowhere near what it is now. Before I converted, I was very uncomfortable in realizing that I felt a spirituality, identified with it, and felt a connection to Allah subhanah wa ta'ala. I had spent the majority of my life a staunch atheist, but Allah guided me and showed me what religion felt like. It shook me to my core, to feel that way, and realize how strongly I felt it. I was, for about 2 years after converting, still very uncomfortable talking about religion, especially my own spirituality. And yet, I had hijab on from day 1. Looking back, I truly had no cause of my own to commit so fully, and so readily to it. In the middle of college as well. And now I know, it was Allah subhanah wa ta'ala, guiding me again, showing me a truth before I would have known it on my own. I can only say alhamdulillah.
@@ks.47 jazakallah khair. alhamdulillah, things are much better now. I'm much more comfortable in my sense of faith and in my reasons and belief in hijab. But it would have taken probably many more years to show that to anyone if I hadn't been guided.
I appreciate this discussion so much!! Wish we had more of an open platform to discuss such topics with no judgement! As a non hijab I was hesitant clicking on the video for fear of guilt and on my own journey but I love everything about this video! Just wanted to show some appreciation! Xxxx
i am 20 and i started wearing hijab just a few months ago. i am happy that alhumdolillah ALLAh has given me the courage and that feeling to put on the hijab. i feel so great now. specially that feeling when you realise that u r making one sin less. so alhumdolillah
Such a great video. Thank you so much. I’m 18 and I’m not a hijabi, not yet unfortunately, but I have so many struggles about this, it’s kinda my biggest goal right now. I want it so much and I don’t even know what’s holding me back. Watching this video I couldn’t keep my tears back, cause every word you both said is so close to me. May Allah give me and all the girls and women who are struggling to wear hijab strong deen and endless courage. May Allah ease our journey! Thank you girls! The best content on TH-cam♥️
In surah an nur: verse no 31 , And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
I am 11 and i started wearing my hijab when i was 9 alhamdulillilah and it got my attention when celebrateties told in the interview that they were muslim i would always hide the fact that i am so i asked my mom get me my hijab and i started wearing it every day all glory to allah!
I wish most of hijabis were as tolerant as you are Jasmine ! Everything you undertake in life as a human being is a process and it takes time. Most of hijabis especially on the social media platforms are very judgemental towards non-hijabis. They think that wearing the hijab makes them of good muslim women whereas, they do forget that taking God's role and judging others is a major sin in islam. Are you God to feel superior to us not putting the hijab on!! Let him guide us or misguide us onto putting it or not! Why forcing or putting pressure on people?!!! They do not know the person and what her heart contains and what deeds she accomplishes in her life to state that she is not a good muslim or she is a bad one just because she doesn't wear the hijab. It's like saying if you wear the hijab, that proves you are a good muslim woman whereas hijab doesn't define your degree of piety. You can wear the hijab or not wearing it and pretend to be a good muslim whereas you commit sins all the time. The same way you can not wear it or you can wear it and be a good muslim. Allah didn't mention anywhere in the quran that wearing the hijab makes you of a good muslim or ensures you a place in heaven. He said those who believe, do salat, accomplish good deeds will go to heaven. We know that most of the scholars say that hijab is said to be mandatory for women in islam as a form of protection against men evil eyes and as a form of modesty even though, there is disagreement about the topic among them. We also know that God told Muhammad (pbuh) to tell his wives , daughters and believers women to put the veil on their chest to protect them from men molesting them but, again we are no way responsible of men wanting to molest us since God tells them to lower their gaze. Wearing the hijab is not one of the 5 pillars in islam and taking the decision to not wearing it, doesn't make us (non hijabis) of bad muslim women since God didn't state anywhere in the quran that not wearing it, is a major sin like zina (adultery) and there should be punishment for those who don't wear it like committing zina. I respect those who wear it and I'd encourage those who wear it to not point their fingers and belittling those who don't. Don't you ever forget that faith (imaan) is a matter between Allah and his creatures and not between creatures and creatures so, stop judging and be compassionate in explaining people to wear the hijab without being judgemental!! Engage in a thoughtful and deep conversation with people without reinforcing your perspective on them. We are all different and all our journey is different so, be compassionate. ❤️❤️❤️
Well, it’s still a sin regardless. Doesn’t matter if it’s a “major” or “minor” sin. I would be careful of that terminology considering how the hijab is obligatory in Islam.
I’ve been wearing the hijab for ten years after taking shahada I decided to wear it a few months after I converted to Islam. Over the last year I discovered Michaela Corning and feel very confident and love wearing her hijabs as well as her clothing. The modest fashion brand is located in Seattle. Being the only hijabi in my family feels weird sometimes but her clothing collection allows me to feel like an American Muslim and not just someone wearing a costume or feeling like I culturally appropriated someone else’s traditional attire.
This was one of the most insightful discussions.. I love how you both respect each other's perspective on hijab and its wonderful to see how inspiring you are jasmine not just through ur words but also through your actions. Love you lots 💜💜
Im a new revert (11-8-2023) and ive been asked why i dont wear hijab. I love hijab and think its beauty but im not used to it. I really appreciate this video. It comforts me.❤
Assalamu alaykum!! You may find that a lot of people tend to kind of overstate(?) the importance of wearing the hijab and being an observant Muslimah, rather than putting more importance on leading a life in line with the teachings of Islam. Don’t get me wrong, wearing the hijab is an important part of being a Muslim, and I’m a hijabi myself. But as a new revert, the advice I would give is to take your time, and prioritize prayer, Quran and research until you feel comfortable wearing the hijab. When you get used to being Muslim, wearing the hijab will become so easy. Welcome to Islam sister ❤️
Alhamdulilah I started wearing hijab this past last week of Ramadan. I was so reluctant but I just got so inspired I didn’t mind the challenges that may come with it. Still cleaning up my social media and profile pics obviously 😅
I just want to mention that I was watching this video because of all the good energy, I am not so religious nor a muslim but the video was so informative and heartwarming that I could not stop watching. I will definitely be subscribing. ☺️❤️
I'm not a hijabi but I do wear a head covering for religious reasons. I don't always completely cover my hair though sometimes just partially. I started very recently and I love it. I've just turned 50 and no-one else in my family head covers. It's something I felt God was calling me to. It started with dressing more modestly and then went on to head covering out of obedience to God.
Thank you Donia and Jasmine for this episode. I enjoyed watching it during my work break. I wear a hijab but it was interesting to see what a non hijabi thoughts were.
I am 20 years old and just began to wear the hijab 2 weeks ago and yes it wasn't really easy just like you said with changing everything and see how your environment and the people around you change but alhamduallah I am happy that allah has helped and blessed me to just do my thing and wear it 😊
Thank you so much for this amazing conversation. I am a revert and being new to Islam can be very challenging definitely in this time. I started wearing the hijab for maybe half a year now and I was sometimes getting overwhelmed with the different lifestyle. Almost to a point that I thought if I can't do it perfect right away I don't want it. I don't want people looking at me like ow she's doing it wrong. Alhamdo Lilah my husband showed me Islam and I saw the beauty and the truth in it so I wanted to wear a hijab so much. So one day I just tried it on and I liked it so much but I was showing my shoulders and he said oh my mom would really laugh and say do it right or don't do it at all. It's a reality that those words can make a new Muslim step out of it again. It is very easy to judge someone, specially when they are new to the religion. People grown up as Muslims don't know any better so it's easy to judge others but truly the journey as a new Muslim can be very overwhelming and especially when everyone is telling you how to act now instead of showing the positivity of being new to the religion and like you both say to grow in it. It would've been very helpful if someone said to me, that even though you're not doing it right yet, you're doing great, keep going. It's a learning process. But sadly people used to say, you're still seeing a bit of hair, your wado is not right and will not be accepted by Allah. You can't touch the book if you haven't done wado. I'm still learningand even tho I definitely want to know those things, i want to readthe book so badly but it all is so overwhelming that i have to this and this and this before I'm even allowed to learn about it. Honestly I love the religion and I Love Allah. I am very thankful to be on this journey. I pray Allah will make it easy for us to make the transition. Thank you both for this eye opener, I needed this.🙏🏽
Dearest sister I have been a revert for many years but Islam still feels very new to me. I still realise I do some things incorrectly and sometimes I still get quite confused. However take heart that Allah is the most merciful, the most gracious, the most forgiving to His creation and Allah does not count our mistakes but instead Allah weighs our deeds based on our sincerity and out intentions. So please do not get discouraged, Allah subhanahu wa Ta'ala has guided you to Islam, so rely on Him to keep guiding you.
If you ever want to talk about it or change your perspective I’m here :) I’m 19 and I put it on this year and it’s been the most empowering decision of my life
@@aptel8687 i will be 19 yo in July and I want to put it I know it is the right thing to do but I'm struggling and I would talk to you if it's possible
@@mariab492 hi dude im 21 years old and im putting it about 11years . I can't find myself in it but it's surprising u want to wear it. Can we talk about it?
I have converted 10 years ago and Alhumdilah I have been wearing hijab full time for 1year now and my biggest fear was what others thought of me and SubhanAllah when you stop thinking about what others think of you and you remember that you and doing this for GOD and he is the 1 that you must think of and that will outshine over anything. Honestly you feel free and so much true to yourself.
I appreciate this discussion a lot!! I personally a muslim and about wear a hijab I personally sometimes wear a hijab but sometimes I take it off. And I love the friendly way of Jasmine with her non hijabi friend, and the most important that we all alr know that hijab is mandatory but it's back to our personal choice to wear it or not because it shouldn't be enforced
Thank you so much for this video. I am in my 20s and I still have not been courageous enough to wear it. But I am working on it and this really motivated me.
As a new revert of 5months (I'm 44), what stops me is not having money for a full new wardrobe to match my lovely hijabs -- and the heat! I overheat *very* quickly. It's winter now, so I can comfortably wear one, but I know I'll get used to it quickly and what if I don't have money for a new wardrobe (with cooler types of hijabs) when summer comes?! It seems so silly to me, but at the same time, I had to stop going to the mosque over the summer because abaya + hijab cap + hijab and I felt ready to pass out before I even got in my car :(. Because it's so hot, I don't normally wear a hijab cap, but at the mosque hardly any sisters show their hair, so it seems to me the "norm" for that particular community (at least for Jum'uah, which is really the only time I've gone so far).
What I prefer is if you wear a thin or the thinnest undercut that you have in the summer and then wear chiffon (the type that the hijabi is wearing g in the video, kinda mesh)as chiffon is thin and modest, In the winter wear a decent size under cap and a jersey hijab
Just wear the hijab when you go to the mosque and dress modestly even without wearing it . Islam is a religion of ease. If you pass out because of that hijab ensemble causing you to overheat,then it can hardly be called a religion of ease, can it?
I reverted in 2014 and alhamdullilah I put the hijab on New Years day 2022. I had been wanting to wear it seriously for two years but was scared and I was watching videos of womens hijab journeys and trying to hype myself up and everyday I would tell myself tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow.....but tomorrow would come and i wouldnt wear it and I would feel like I was living a total lie. My passion and love for Allah on the inside wasnt matching my appearance on the outside and I just felt not whole. So New Years day I was going to work and getting dressed and i literally without planning said out loud to myself "IF YOU DONT PUT IT ON TODAY (a new year, a fresh start) YOU WILL NEVER DO IT!!!!!!" and i texted my coworker who knew I had been wanting to and i told my husband and they said I need to do what makes me happy and so I did it and ALHAMDULLILAH the rest is history! There were SOOOOOOOO many days in the beginning crying because it is sooooo hard in todays world to find hijabi friendly clothes especially when my decision was soooo spur of the moment. I am slowly putting together the hijabi wardrobe of my dreams but just know that if you are a woman struggling with wanting to put hijab on.. you are not alone. the ONLY reason you should put hijab on is for you and for Allah. if people are pressuring you to do it then they want you to submit to them not Allah. Allah knows your heart. Be brave and inshaAllah Allah will make it easy for you!
Such an educational discussion. Dunia is a beautiful person, at one moment my eyes shed a tear because I felt that she really wants to wear the hijab but still struggling with it. May Allah guide us all to His pleasure, ameen!
I'm Catholic also and I have been a hijabi since August. It's been so wonderful. Definitely recommend trying it out. Maybe you could start by wearing it to Mass since some women veil there already.
I've never heard of this before ... can you tell us a little bit about your experience please ? Do people stare at you ? Do they judge you for your choice ? Did you lose friends ? ... I'm really curious on how did your life change after wearing it
@@jaderylee2813 I've had about 5 times that people stared angrily at me in the grocery store (perhaps more, but those are the only times I've noticed. ) I haven't lost any friends. My family doesn't understand it, but because I have always been eccentric in their eyes, they just chalk it up to me being weird again. Since I have been wearing the hijab, I feel more confident, more beautifully feminine, a greater awareness of my dignity as a woman, and I have felt closer to God. I wasn't expecting any of those. I just wanted to try it out because I follow some hijabi/niqabis on here (Mehdina TV had the biggest impact on me). I'm so glad I did try it. I did already veil in church since I am a more traditional Catholic, so that might have helped me make the transition.
@@acatholic9784 As a Christian woman myself I think Christian women originally wore hijab but it was sadly lost over time. Its so inpirational how you can be so brave to wear Hijab dispite negative reactions. Im not surprised wearing Hijab has made you feel closer to God as it is really an out ward expression of your faith in God. Have you had much exposure to Islam since wearing Hijab?
Thankyou for making this video. It was informative and also comforting. I loved the two different perspectives. I reverted three years ago at the age of 47. I dress and conduct myself modestly but always feel a pressure to wear the hijab! Insya Allah one day I will. Coming from a Western society with no Muslims whatsoever I also fear the judgement. Judged if I do! Judged if I don’t! For now it’s easier without. I do know however that easier does not equate to better 😊
I really resonated with what Jasmine said about how we think it will be more difficult to transition than it actually will be. I am 29 and recently reverted, and I am wearing hijab for the first time. I remember going to class with hijab for the first day, i was so anxious about how i would be perceived, but once i got there, everything was fine and i realized that I didnt care that much what people thought, but also that people do not care as much as you think they will!
This video really addresses complex and important questions about hijab in a clear and informative way. I appreciate your openness in discussing difficult topics and your ability to provide detailed answers. It is a valuable contribution to understanding a topic that is often the subject of misunderstanding. Thank you for sharing these reflections and promoting awareness and understanding 💬🧕
I converted about a year ago officially. My dad's side is extremely Catholic but my parents aren't religious at all. Chosing to wear the hijab was a decision I did not take lightly so I studied Islam for about a year prior, but once I made the decision I never went back. It's a strange thing because the city and state that I live in is very white and very Christian. I have a new understanding for how bigoted my city really is. I am of German and Scottish ancestry. Blonde and blue eyed. Once I started wearing hijab people started treating me differently. It made me really see just how much "white privilege" I have. In a city with a very racist past that goes back to the 80's to present day racism and hate is so real for the few minorities here. I have so much respect for my fellow Muslim sisters (hijab or not) in communities like mine because unlike me they are a minority even if they take of their hijab. I become just another white girl when mine comes off. 💞
Thank you for this amazing talk girls ! Personally, I don't wear the hijab because I live in a western country (France) and It's very hard here. But some of my friends wear it and It motivates me to get dressed more modestly (I think modesty is beautiful). Also, maybe some of you will find it stupid, but I don't find myself pretty with the hijab. I know that if I put it, I will be tempted by wearing it with some makeup for example (even if I never wear makeup currently). And I know I will be the target of those toxic people you're talking about Jasmine ("wear it correctly or don't"). And to finish, yes men, you also have a awra... but nobody seems to care nowadays...
I've been wearing it since I was 12 and your point about not feeling pretty isn't stupid or vain (i always viewed myself that way for thinking that). What you look like plays a big part in your confidence. Alhamdullilah after struggling in my teens, now I find myself beautiful with it and even sometimes delay changing out of an outfit with hijab! My advice would be making sincere duaa that "Oh Allah, make eemaan beloved to me and decorate it in my heart" and "Oh Allah grant me Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of an action that brings me closer to Your love". Also, on a more practical level, invest in finding styles which you like (maybe loose light coloured chiffon headscarves as opposed to tight dark coloured double-chin showing scarves if you're not at that stage yet). One of my issues when I was younger is that I hadn't developed my acc fashion sense at that age so hijab felt like an added burden but once you develop your own fashion confidence you feel able to style your hijab any which way. Also, you dont need to do it all in one go- if you're just swapping tight jeans for a looser pair or wearing a turban some days of the week, Allah will appreciate your genuine efforts and make the next steps even easier.
@@basmalasaad3039 Thank you very much for your comment ! Yeah, this year I used to go to the masjid for some arabic classes and I was wearing a hijab. And I remember, when we had finished the class, I used to let my hijab on my head during the rest of the day and I liked it !
Last line! ✨ Men be wearing shorts above the knees and people don't see a problem. One hair strand of women showing on the forehead and she gets called munafiq...
Yeah, I agree. It is still until you feel that you are ready. I'm newly convert and I started here in US. I stand out definitely. But I'm really lucky that people around me is so nice and kind, always smiling as well. And for me, at first, I started wearing bonnet or some cover cap until I'm totally comfortable now wearing hijab. It's really hard to post something that I am covering my hair now because it is also my own transition to tell families and friends about practicing Islam. They had their own opinion and sometimes it makes me feel I need to protect my well being for now. But I'm happy now that being a new Muslim, I am trying to practice what is prescribe in the Quran. But otherwise, don't force immediately yourself to wear hijab. I'm pretty sure eventually, you will feel it. Allah already touch your heart. 😊
I reverted at 41, and it was hard to transition to being a full time hijabi. Lots of judgement and awkwardness from friends and family. All I can say is Allah made it easy for me, but I don’t judge what other women go through because it’s tough. My advice? More listening, less judgement.
Jasmines way of encouraging is so beautiful and subtle, no pressure, no scaring her off. Just giving small nudges and leaving it to her and Allah swt. May All swt bless us all with such gifts.
With all due respect, as much as I love and respect the sisters who do hijab, including my family itself... Why do people make it look like hijab is the only thing in Islam? For real, most of us don't even offer 5 times a day, or are involved in interest, or do backbite or slander etc etc and the list goes on! Where's the focus on these matters? Why do we then make it suffocating for the ones who just converted? That being said, I don't support the dishonest statement that 'ow only Allah can judge me, I don't or won't wear hijab for people' and blah blah either. MaShaAllah it's an amazing video. Hijab shouldn't be enforced, and at the same time sisters who struggle should be open and honest that yes what I'm doing is not right, but insha'Allah I will try, instead of trying to define Islam according to our wish. Hope I didn't hurt anyone. 😅
This. I'm so glad someone said it. We live in a world where women get shunned for not wearing hijab while men out there cussing, smoking and nobody has a problem with that. Hijab is mandatory but so are the 5 daily prayers, actually the prayers are more important. The world lacks spirituality in the religion. People should focus on spiritual things than just how to wear modest clothes. Islam is more than just a clothing
I’m so glad a male sees this. Nobody says hijab isn’t part of Islam… but men make it seem like the only thing a woman has to do. Prayers are absolutely more important! And the same men NEVER have to experience life in these western countries appearing obviously to be Muslim (many types of ppl have beard) so they don’t know how it feels to be a walking billboard for something that is so controversial (being Muslim). It’s very difficult. Sometimes not even safe- which is the point of hijab other than modesty.
@@squreshi8413 Look, what I wrote above, I just hope that no one takes it as an excuse to overlook the importance, rather obligation, of wearing the hijab (both male and female hijab I mean) which I believe no one would insha'Allah haha. But the point you just raised above, I did want to mention that in my first comment that how difficult it is to be a 'walking billboard' (lol). Honestly, every time I would go out wearing a long dress, and be that 'walking billboard' haha, (especially when I take a bus instead of driving)... the STARES I get, oh goodness! I can only imagine how would my mom or sister survive had they been living here with me. Makes me wonder how much I respect them! May Allah accept all of our sacrifices.
Struggling with hijab does not mean the person has done something wrong. It just means that person's jihad is the hijab. The reason it's so important is because there's Fiqh regarding hijab. Going outside without the hair covered is a major sin, tabarruj. Secondly, all conditions must be met. Third, in a country like America, efforts to restrict or even ban hijab are constant and ongoing. Profiling at airports, surveillance, security, police, and prejudice are constant.
ALLAH AWJ did not say that those who do not wear the hijab will go to hell, either. Islam is supposed to be a religion of ease. We are enjoined to dress and behave modestly, and not draw attention upon ourselves. But the way they wear the hijab does the opposite (very attractive and noticeable) .😊
i love this video with my whole entire heart. subhanAllah i’ve wanted to wear the hijab for the past 2 years, but because my mom doesn’t wear and because no one in my family wears it, they’ve restricted me from it. it’s been really hard to maintain the intention and remain modest but alhamdulillah it’s Allah’s plan. and when Jasmine asked the question, “what if your daughter wants to wear the hijab?” it was really nice to see another person’s perspective and i understand her pov. thank you Jasmine and Dunia for this video and for being such a big inspiration to me and many others ❤️ I really wish I could meet you here in Dubai and just give you such a big hug for all the help you’ve given me through your videos especially the ones related to hijab. جزاك الله خيراً
Hey sis kinda same. Only my mum wears the hijab in my family and honestly I have wanted to wear it from the last ramadan but I'm sooo scared of what my father is gonna say, the looks I'll get from extended family etc ('omg, you went from tight jeans to abaya and hijab? What happened? Are you sick? No need to wear it in front of male cousins, you are so young live your youth life without it') etc etc things but alhamdulliah my mum supports me. I will inshallah wear it in this month. All the best bestie we can do it, we only care about what Allah swt says
@@remi8978 Alhamdullilah BarakAllah Feeki!! I'm so proud of you and alhamdullilah you have your mother supporting you. I understand what you mean by what others will say because subhanAllah I've been through it and am still going through it. The only thing that I'm struggling with is my family; they're not supportive of it :(
Sister read surah an nur : verse no 31 ,And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
Wow I´m having exactly the same experience as you. It has been incredibly hard and I´m just hoping to get married soon so that I can finally wear it. Girls who have worn the hijab for their entire life have it easy to say "just do it its not that hard", but it is actually. It is extremely hard when no one in your family supports you and when you grew up in a culture whose people don´t practice the religion much. While for some hijabis it is something normal, for me its a dream. Its getting to a point where you get depressed. May Allah swt. strenghten us.
I want to also add that hijabis have it harder in terms of perfectionism. People don’t give you leeway if you make a mistake because of hijab. Being perfect and within “bounds” is hard. Like smiling too much or not, being your loud extroverted self or not, etc. because your hijabi. 🤷♀️
Okay, honestly I love this series jasmine started. Talking / discussion on important topics . You have no idea how much it’s helping. Thank you ❤️ n keep it coming girl ✨
I am a convert, born and raised in USA. Whenever I go to an Islamic country I wear the hijab, at home I don’t unless I go to the mosque or to family home. As for being modest, growing up my mother was very modest, so I feel comfortable being modest. Great topic.
Please do more of these kind of videos, like the topic of marriage would be really helpful for those of us who are still looking for a spouse. I loved this video. You are such an inspiration Jasmine, feels like you're my older sister lol.
Im Muslim but I started wearing the hijab this year it was very hard for me, I was scared about people would look at me or treat me due to how Muslims are shown in a negative light in the media but alhamdulilah the more I wore it I became confident and I feel pretty in it, at one point I didn’t. I slowly stopped thinking of how others would judge me. I wore it for Allahs sake and when you do something for Allah he makes it easy for you. SubhanAllah
Thank you so much for this😭 I’m now 27 and have been thinking about becoming a hijabi but thinking about the changes etc. really scares me esp at the gym etc.
This is generally a triggering topic for me, and I was really scared to watch it. But Alhamdullillah, I’m glad I did. I don’t know where my journey will lead me, but it helps to be able to distantly connect with content by those of the Ummah during my own personal struggles. I wasn’t able to do that even a year ago, and now I am able to, Alhamdullillah
As a muslim women I can say they because it is not a requirement of God. If you believe so, be my guest! If your culture is leading you to wear hijab because you are living such an environment, of course go ahead! But it is neither mandatory nor requirement. Great conversation, thanks!
Your story of wearing the hijab is similar to how I wore mine, I was also 9 years old but for me it was because we had a lesson in school and the teacher told us that hijab is obligatory for Muslim women, so I went home and told my family I want to wear the hijab and my mom was like yours telling me you’re too young but I was determined and I wore it first amongst my sisters and I had older sisters who wore it years after me.
that was super useful, although I'm a Muslim and grownup in a Muslim family after 12 years of wearing the hijab im looking for the reason, so when someone asked me why? i would have definitely an answer, especially to my future daughter In Sha Allah
Love this video! I wear hijab but I feel like I can improve in both the way I wear my scarf and my clothes... at the end of the day we use the word " journey " repeatedly to justify the fact that we don't wear hijab and dress modestly but at the end of the day it's a command of Allah and it would suck for us to go to jahannam because we didnt cover our bodies....💓
I’m a convert of 2 years and don’t wear hijab. I’m certainly more modest inside and out the further I’m on this journey but I’m not at the point to put it on yet inshallah I will wear it one day. Thank you so much for this video it gave me lots of food for thought. Love your videos Jasmine thank you 🤍
I was forced to wear the hijab from the age of 9 a] and my parents never actually taught me the true meaning of hijab, they only wanted me to wear it for honour and what people say. Because of that, I've never liked wearing the hijab because my intention was only for my parents and not for god. Im really stuck rn. I want to take it off and only wear it when I am ready but my parents would kill me for ruining our family image. I feel like the more my parents force me to wear it, the more I want to take It off. I always wish I had understanding parents that would teach me Islam properly instead of forcing everything onto me and caring so much about what people say.
@faezeh hatif I'm going trough the exact same thing. I'm 18 now, and i was also forced to wear it and cant bear it anymore. I really love islam and I want to def wear the hijab later in life In Shaa Allah (by my own choice). But not right now, i feel like because i was forced, i was never able to like it, and actually resent it more and more. My parents never explained the meaning behind the hijab too me either. Its so scary to take it off tho... Do you still have it on?
Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh my beautiful sister may Allah reward you for your efforts and make things easy on you and anyone who may be going through something similar Ameen. I just want to say how proud I am of you for trying and I hope you know that Allah sees your efforts and may He reward you double, one for trying and two for having to be tested with your parents. I'm sure your parents come from a good place and want the best for you, so please do not let their approach discourage you. I know it's hard wearing the hijab in general but what I do is remind myself that this is for Allah and perhaps it may not be pleasing to the creation but it is pleasing to the Creator, please do not let the shaytan delude you into thinking otherwise. Bare patience with your parents I know it's easier said than done but just think of the reward with Allah. Everyone is tested with something and perhaps this is your test my sister. Please whatever you do try your hardest to keep it on, there is no compulsion in religion but trust me my sister when you see your reward on the day of judgment inshallah for keeping it on I know you will be so pleased inshallah. Allah wants the best for you, and it's not easy especially if you're living in a western country but just know every struggle and every hardship is seen by Allah and He is ASH-SHAKOOR The Most Appreciative He appreciates your efforts, and know that your reward will be doubled with Him due to the circumstances with your parents. Make dua and learn more about the hijab and try and surround yourself with people who wear it inshallah if possible. I've included some hadiths and ayahs at the bottom that I hope can help motivate you inshallah I'll keep you in my duas inshallah and I hope the very best for you on this journey Ameen. “Surely, Allah is with those who are As-Sabirun (the patient).” [al-Anfal 8:46] “And Allah loves As-Saabirun (the patient).” [Al ‘Imran 3:146] The most important battle a Muslim needs to fight is the battle within himself against sinful desires (jihad an-nafs). This is a struggle, a jihad in the way of Allah, in which all of us need to participate. Allah tells us the sinful desires within ourselves must be controlled and submitted to His will, and whoever does so will enter Paradise. Allah said: وَأَمَّا مَنْ خَافَ مَقَامَ رَبِّهِ وَنَهَى النَّفْسَ عَنِ الْهَوَىٰ فَإِنَّ الْجَنَّةَ هِيَ الْمَأْوَىٰ As for him who feared to stand before his Lord and he restrained himself from his desires, then Paradise will be his refuge. Surat An-Naziat 79:40 For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And honour your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your care, never say to them ˹even˺ ‘ugh,’ nor yell at them. Rather, address them respectfully.( Surah Al-Isra : 24) The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his family) said: “One, who follows the orders of Allah with regards to obeying parents, shall have two doors of Paradise opened up for him. And if there happens to be only one parent, one door of Paradise shall open up for him.” Kanzul `Ummal, Volume 16, Page 67 Narrated Abu Umamah: A man said, “Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) what rights can parents demand from their children?” He replied, “They are your Paradise and your Hell.” Al-Tirmidhi - Hadith 1277 The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “The people who face the most difficult tests are the prophets, then the righteous, then those following them in degree. A person is tried according to his religion. So if there is firmness in his religion, then the trial is increased, and if there is a weakness, then it is lightened. Verily a trial remains with a servant until he walks the earth having no sin left upon him” (Bukhari).
I converted back in January I didn't wear the hijab right away but Allah had placed it upon me to wear it and have been since and either people understand or they don't
As a catholic I wear a full abaya/Jilbab because that is how Mary dressed. Many orthodox women in Europe cover up because it is ordered in the Bible and in every religious scripture. It is very good for my mental helath because when I dress up and let my hair down I always compare myself to others and think am I looking the best but wearing a jilbab eliminates the competition, you get ready very fast without worrying about competition, being the best or impressing anybody. You start living for yourself and not just a constant competition to be the best.
May Allah guide you to Islam. I urge you to look into it by reading the Quran. Islam is the only faith that worships God alone, without ascribing partners or children to Him. He is the God of Abraham, David, Moses, Jesus and of the final messenger Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم.
I'm a convert, I come from an sort of atheistic family that normalize party, drinking, casual sex, inmodest clothing all that stuff. I also live in a country with almost no Muslim woman representation, the Muslims here are men and the women that are Muslims are converts usually, you can go days without seeing a hijabi. Every day I'm working on mi Deen inshallah I'd wear the hijab one day, I changed the way I dress drastically and now I'm introducing long sleeves in summer☺️
I started wearing the hijab at the age of 4 because I got lice and I had to cut my hair short, I didn't like it so I used the hijab to cover it and then never took it off, MashAllah
Before I was a hijabi, my reasoning for not committing to hijab was exactly the reason of “I want to be 100% ready” so I love your view over it and I now completely agree
My friend is muslim and same as I. Her mom convinced her not to wear a hijab while my mom made me wear it. It is really hard to wear a hijab while everyone else around you does not want to wear a hijab. I am having difficulty wearing a hijab because many people in school are more attractive not wearing a hijab. It is going to be a big change for me.
I wear hijab and converted 3 years ago at the age of 41 and am considering taking it off..I feel like I jumped in both feet first and have had a hard time adjusting to my new identity as a hijabi and wish I would have taken a slower approach to covering.. but now I feel like if I take it off Im not a "real muslim"
I convert to islam and I'm wearing hijab and I feel that people are racist with me from that moment. People are talk with me more different then how they talk before. And before in the bus people sitting next to me now they not. But I don't care this people hate everyone and I would never have friendship with people like that. And the Muslims are so nice with me. Helping me and talking with me so nice like I'm their small sister. Alhamdulilla And the most important from the time I'm Muslim I fined my self and I fined peace.
I needed this! Please do talk about it....whoever talks about wearing hijab is sooo aggressive and whoever talks about it is not needed is so calm, that you're like this is aggression and I want to listen to calm, not to be associated with those aggressive people practicing
Masha allah jasmine, specially the last answer💯 If the converts does it why not my sister, insha allah you can . Allah is above everyone, donchu care what peoples might think of you
I recently god married and went to perform the Umrah where my husband complemented my look in the hijab and I told him I've always wanted to wear it. He really encouraged me and I got back to my home country and bought a few hijabs and hijab caps but I haven't had the motivation. Like I'm scared that I won't be able to go back and it's scary to commit to something forever because I'd never want to take it off once I start wearing it. This videos been a big help. Thank you guys❤
Allah chose you to visit his Holy city and has used your husband’ voice someone that truly loves you, to tell you you looked beautiful in it. I think that’s your sign. Im a 26 yrs old that decided to wear hijab only a week ago. Im still not fully conscious of the commitment i just did but i had my signs as well. I live in the West and i was so scared of the reactions at work (they were extremely positive!). I feel protected by the Hijab Exactly as described in the video. I also feel like i stand out in a positive way and im comfortable with it (which is ironic because i ve been struggling with low self esteem for the past 4 years) . Al hamdoullilah only positive comes from Hijab, it truly sets the right boundaries and it’s fun to style. I wish you all the best dear🤍🤍🤍 May Allah bless you
@@02minoucha wow, that's so good for you, congratulations sister! I also am struggling with the new commitment and if I will be able to keep wearing it because I want to and not just because I don't want to be a sinner while not actually wanting to keep wearing it. I think I just need more motivation and push.
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I converted 3 years ago from a very religious catholic family. I was doing modelling back then and had my social media all full of photos and things I used to party and hangout with guys and I was very proud of being attractive. After I converted to Islam my life changed forever I started dressing modestly immediately after wanting to convert ( only covering my body) 2 weeks ago I chose to wear the hijab overnight I had been collecting hijabs for months before because in my heart I wanted to wear it but I was scared about the way family and friends would treat me. After putting it on I literally didn’t care about what anyone said. I am so happy with my decision and I feel so much more beautiful now.
May Allah swt make you happier
Ma shaa Allah sister! May Allah SwT grant you the best of this dounya and akhira
The best decision proud of you ukhtii😍
omg omg omg mashallahh!!! SO SO PROUD OF YOU!!! MAY ALLAH REMOVE EVERY STONE ON YOUR PATH
MashaAllah may Allah swt keep you steadfast my dear sister ❤️
I put on hijab at 31. Honestly it was harder on the people around me than it was on me.
I start wearing at 27 and yeah you have right 100%
As a Mexican Revert, yea it was and is harder for my family to accept it and understand.
@@Veiledglam I'm Arab and muslim by birth but my parents are extremely 'liberal' and proud of it. When I put on hijab my mom grieved as if I had contracted a deadly disease! Subhanallah
In the beginning my husband didn’t support me wearing the hijab but now he is very proud of me…elhamdulillah…you should be proud of yourself…then everybody around you will accept and be proud too inshaAllah
Who cares about people around you!!! You are wearing it for Allah and not the people!!!!
Jasmine I am a new convert. I said Shahada during Ramadan. I’ve enjoyed all of your videos, but this one hits home currently. I actually started wearing a scarf on National Hijab day and didn’t take it off until feeling pressured to take it off while on vacation where most are not dressed modestly. Honestly I was feeling pretty bad about it but this video has helped. Alhamdulilah, thank you. Now that I’m back home I’ve put the hijab back on. I will say I’m proud of myself for wearing a burkini while on vacation and was actually asked to get of the pool because only swimsuit attire was allowed. I’m so happy I stood up for myself and stayed in. Being a hijabi does have its up and downs. I’ve only worn hijabi for a few months and feel like it’s part of who I am already. The hard part is getting the people around me to accept that’s who I am. I am also struggling a little with transitioning my clothes to more modest, but still keep a somewhat of a western style. Do you sell your clothing line in the US, I’ve tried finding you but have not been able to.
I think I know a sister based in Colorado who may be able to help you Inshallah (if Allah wills)
Reply if you need any
Burkini IS swimsuit attire, you should have told these people !!!!!!!
Your story is very inspiring. I’m a revert too (almost two years now) and I have been dabbling with hijab but I just know my family is gonna have an issue and it’s hard because everyone at school knows me as a non hijabi. Most don’t even know I’m Muslim. I graduate this spring and will hopefully be moving states which would make a really good opportunity to start wearing it but we will see. I really hope soon in-shaa-Allah that I will start wearing it.
I'm proud of you as well
my mom is catholic and my dad is muslim. I was always raised as a muslim, and when I was 16 years old I decided to wear the hijab. No one ever told me to wear, or talk to me about it. When i was younger I didnt even know that the hijab was mandorty, subhanallah, lol. I edcuated myself about islam, by the will of Allah. And so now I wear the hijab, and my mom dosent because she is a non-muslim. And people look at us and cant beilve that I wear especially because my mom dosent and we live in america. i am just proud of myself and thankfull to allah for gifting me with a father who is muslim and raised me as one, and for increasing me in knowledge.
Masha’Allah May Allah continue to bless you with knowledge
May Allah swt bless you ! :)
Ma Sha Allah
Why not Catholic?
I’m happy for you for finding your religion and beliefs! :D
as a new muslim (i converted about 2 weeks ago) this means so much to me. i come from a catholic/christian family so having a muslim daughter must be tough for them.
Ma shaa Allah thats amizing I hope Allah to keep you strong don't hesited asking us Muslims anything
Omg welcome girl, hope you’re okay 🩷
@nanamiez where are you from? If I may ask
I’m so proud of you, may Allah make it easy for you ❤
@nanamiez yes it may be difficult for them but who knows maybe Allah made you the first revert of this family to inspire them to revert too. May Allah makes it easy for you and your family.
I LOVE how kind and respectful you both were to each other. Especially jasmine being the hijabi, because alot of hijabis now adays have started to act superior to non-hijabis, but they forget having pride like that will become their gateway to hell.
I've seen spite and superiority on both ends tbh. It's not going to make it better for anyone. People just need to remind themselves that they commit to Allah first, instead of doing things for other people.
I agree up until you said it will be their gateway to hell. Sister, you cannot say that anyone is going to hell, that is up to allah. I would be very cautious saying things like this😳😳
May Allah make it easy for all of us.
No she wasn't respectful? She says she wishes if she didn't wear hijab, god would somehow guide her to the right path and put it in her heart, there's a non-hijabi RIGHT in front of her! I really wonder what makes some hijabis think they are on the right path more than other people. God evaluates the whole package, not hijab versus non-hijab, and you can never know how your entire package compares to someone else.
so you deny the command of covering your hair as a muslim woman? it's not about hijabis are superior than non hijabis, but it's abt covering your hair as a part of what Allah has commanded to you so the logic here is wearing hijab is the right thing to do. As a muslim, you only do things that you want to do? ofc not, because to seek the pleasure of Allah you need to do your best, i'm not saying that non hijabis ain't doing their best cuz obviously some of them trying hard to wear hijab, but some of them who are not even trying to think of wearing hijab need to re-evaluate the priority on this dunya@@sophiakarimi6005
I started wearing the hijab at 23 and it was only difficult for me when I’d start looking for validation and acceptance outside my faith. IMO surround yourself with supportive people and strengthen your faith. Also if you start feeling insecure just know there are plenty of beautiful way to wear ur hijab that are easy to find in Instagram and other forms of social media.
I would like to say when I worked for Corporate America it was very difficult to start wearing Hijab I was in my early 30's. Then one day my 3rd grade child asked me if she could start wearing Hijab. From that day forward I have never taken it off. By the way I am now 69 years old.
MashAllah-- what an inspiration. May Allah continue to guide you.💕
MashAllah
My 11 mo. old daughter wears Hijab...it is sooooooooooo cute!!! I am raising her with the utmost care, kindness and gentleness, and she will one day make an excellent Muslimah wife :)
@@SativaSeanLasVegas maybe you should think about nurturing her as an individual human, and not if "she'll make a good wife".
@@KendallM0219 I'm quite sure this mother is putting her all into raising her young daughter. I'm sure she wants her to be an overall full and complete individual, which includes being a good wife. Most of us put a lot into raising our children.
I actually think that when most people know you're a muslim but see that you're a non-hijabi they are more curious about why you are not wearing the hijab. That's why I think it's not a big deal to slowly start wearing a hijab occasionally to becoming a hijabi. This is something I have witnessed as well, don't worry the world is filled with people who will judge you for no reason at all but also filled with people who don't judge you and love you for who you are.
You are doing it Allah not for people read surah an nur: verse no 31 And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
@@uzairullahanwarkhan8900where in that verse does it mention to cover your hair? Is hair not apparent?
@@troyparker9155 “…and to lay their *head coverings* over their chests, and not expose their adornments except to…” Literally the same verse.
covering the hair is a given; the word is خِمار, or as in this verse خُمُر
I converted to Islam one year ago and the thought of wearing hijab comes to mind every now and then. I want my beautiful Muslim family. It is so natural to be modest in the Middle East, I feel like my soul is home when I travel. However since I am latina living in Miami, wearing hijab in Miami is still so foreign. Inshallah my journey will get easier but I really do pray that I am able to one day, maybe moving to another state or the Middle East to start a family. Thank you for your video! You girls are so kind and relatable! ❤
May Allah make it easy for you and may you find a good community in which you can grow more in Islam.
I want you to know that this video meant a lot to me. I converted back in Nov 2021. Both sides of my family are Christian, and they still do not know I converted yet because I just don’t know how they will react. I appreciate your friend being in the video as a non-hijabi. I love that you, Jasmine, are so welcoming and not pressuring. Obviously from my photo you can tell I have not put on hijab yet. It is something I am very reserved on doing for the specific reasons y’all have said. I’m 27 years old. I have 2 bonus daughters and a bio-daughter plus other family and friends. I feel like it would be so weird one day if I showed up wearing hijab when I haven’t my whole life. I do have the desire to wear it but I want to make sure that I am in the right head space before doing so specifically because I don’t want to put it on just to take it off. I am in the USA, so in the western world where it is not as familiar. I will say that I am blessed with a MIL and her friend that are both hijabis and they truly do inspire as does Jasmine.
Brooke, I am in a very similar situation as far as converting and my Christian family not knowing. I also think about wearing the hijab. Mashallah that you have a MIL hijabi! I am still looking for my family amongst the faith, inshallah
Salam sister, I converted in July 2020 and put the hijab on full time in September 2021. I am from the South, and come from a Christian family too. One of the biggest reasons for me deciding to put it on was the desire to be recognized by other Muslims (a silver lining that I didn't think about much before deciding to wear it was how wonderful it feels to be acknowledged as part of the Ummah-- without it I just look very white lol). Congratulations on taking your Shahadah, welcome to the sisterhood, and I pray that make Allah makes dressing modestly/wearing the hijab easy for you.
I know that my brothers friend converted and initially the parents were against it. For a long time they didn’t even talk to him, and he even got married with the permission of Imams. And Now Subhan Allah they accept him , and are talking to him and his wife. This goes to show that eventually ur family will talk. All you have to do is continue praying to soften the families hearts 😍
@@annalangham3342 thank you so much!! I’m from the south too in Arkansas. I appreciate you taking the time to respond to me. This is very uplifting and inspiring. How did your family take it?
maShaAllah I also converted in November 2021 and have also not told my family. It's difficult living in a southern state and being raised christian, especially still living with my mom, which makes it very difficult to make my prayers on time. inShaAllah we will get through it and Allah will guide us
Absolutaley love this video!!! I'm a hijabi myself and hate when non-hijabis get judged because I truly believe everyone's Iman is beyond the physical hijab. Bless you two, MashAllah!!!!
It's in surah an nur : verse no 31,And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
@@uzairullahanwarkhan8900 the commandment is to use the headcover to cover the bosoms, that's it!
Their clothes were transparent and their bosoms are showing which was ironic because of the hijab covering the head. The order was to cover the bosom (more important for modesty). The hijab was even used to attract men before. In my case it is too hot and humid in my country to wear it, though I dress modestly. I wear the khimar only during Islamic gatherings where I endure migraines because of the heat.
This was a great and open conversation about something so important. I really felt like I was listening to my best friends giving me their opinions! Thank you! 🙏🏼
I'm a revert and I'm in my 30tys and I'm now wearing my hijab full time, it does feel strange at times but it's more odd for friends and family who saw me prior to wearing it, especially my male friends.
They don't seem to understand why I wear it around them now, they always say that they know what I look like without it so why continue to wear it around them so I have to constantly explain to them that it's not about them knowing what I look like, it's about modesty and representing my faith.
And yes I do feel like it makes you feel and act differently, when I wear my hijab in public I am alot nicer in the way I treat people and speak because I'm very aware that I'm not only representing myself, im representing other Islamic women and Islam
Ассаламу алайкум сестра , хиджаб приказ Аллаха ,это фард обязательный , не слушай не кого ,они привыкнуть с временем.😊
This is great to read! As a Muslim man, I started questioning lately whether wearing the head covering meant anything in terms of character (along with men that have fully grown their beards but let's keep to topic in this case). You've pointed out exactly how I see women wearing the headscarf, representing Islam and Muslim women. However, I've sadly seen examples of women who wear such garments who are horrible in character, treat others badly and have an air of arrogance about them or even just a general lack of respect for others, all of which go against what Islam teaches to my mind. It makes themselves and Islam look bad. The problem I have is, since we have such women in today's world, it makes me how much importance should I place on a woman's hijab when looking for a marriage partner. Mind you I've always kept in mind that Islam is perfect and Muslims aren't, especially myself.
I began wearing a hijab about 7 years ago. I consider myself a full-time hijabi, though I am a non-muslim in the USA. (I began wearing it to show support and solidarity for oppressed people everywhere, but especially for muslims, as the USA can be a very harsh place to live as a Muslim.)
For complete transparency, I will say that I am not as constant with hijab in summer, as I have a medical condition in which getting overheated is dangerous. I do still try to wear it publicly when the danger of overheating is not as risky.
It changed me too, though. I began to be nicer to people, more patient in traffic, cut down significantly on using swear words. Even my judgy thoughts about people softened so much. And, I began dressing modestly, getting rid of nearly all of my revealing clothing.
Also, I began treating myself with more kindness and respect...like not allowing myself to think hateful and judgy thoughts about me, and replacing them with kind words and encouragement to keep trying and keep learning.
I even wear it to church on the odd occasions that I go. It does ruffle feathers at church, but the priest always has my back. He even has invited me to speak a little about it before doing Stations of the Cross (Easter thing in some Christian religions)
Even as a non-muslim, hijab has changed me. I am really proud of the changes that the hijab inspired in my life. 🥰
That's honestly so interesting and beautiful @@VensVibrantNailsandBeauty
Jasmine you speak beautifully. I am half Lebanese but raised very western. I have a black mom, my dad is the only one who married outside of Arabs. My entire dads side wears hijab. I see some girls around my college campus and I feel that hijab is so beautiful and it reminds me of my cousins. I wanna wear hijab every now and then to see how it feels
Mashallah, may Allah guide you to wearing the hijab, Ameen. I would say give it a try, because with almost everything you do, whether it be starting an assignment in school or even wearing the hijab, the hardest part is just starting it. If it ends up not working out, you can at least be proud of trying it.
Yes please do try it!
Try if you want, but if it’s not for you that’s okay too. Or maybe veiling partially with headbands or bandanas would work. Or only veiling during holidays or prayer. Basically whatever works for you.
I am a convert and I used to think I would never wear the hijab. At age 33 I started wearing it and I am very happy that I did. I realized that I was making excuses not to and that it was partially vanity. I loved my hair and still do but I no longer feel that people need to see that for me to feel beautiful. For years before putting on the hijab I stopped wearing my hair down. It was always up in a bun. Doing that made me stop thinking so much about how I looked for others and focused more on me. We all have our own journey with it and I think these conversations are important to help everyone understand and not be as judgemental towards one another.
A lot of people in the comments are stating that hijab is obligatory, and it 100% is, I don’t think anyone here is denying that. But we have to have adab and kindness around our discussions not only because there is no compulsion in religion, but because it is sunnah. I don’t think the prophet saw would aggressively yell at people that hijab is fard, especially when people know that, this is not proper dawwa. I’m a convert who started wearing hijab in the US with no Muslim family and I can verify that the best way to reach people is through caring, informed, and clear messaging. No need to sugar coat the fact that hijab is mandatory, it’s our job as sisters to help each other towards goodness, but use the best technique that will actually yield results instead of aggression. Jasmine asked Dunia really good questions, I’m sure she will continue to think about those questions, someone telling you “hijab is a commandment from God” and that’s all, which is something you already knew, that doesn’t realistically help people put on hijab (even though it should!!!) If we were created as angels, then yes, having a commandment that mandates hijab would be enough for everyone, and if humans were perfect then that would be enough, but we aren’t dealing with angels, we aren’t dealing with perfect people and that’s why we need nuanced discussion!
Wish this comment got pinned. Couldn't have been said any better. Cheers.
I would just to add that the ayah "There is no compulsion in religion means you cannot make someone take the Shahada if they do not want to" i.e you cannot force someone to become a Muslim, but a lot of Muslims think that this ayah means that nobody can tell you what to do which is not the point. Your comment is great I just wanted to clarify this because it's a common misconception I think 😊
please write peace and blessings be upon him fully
It's been now more than a millenia since Islam descended on Arabs and still people are confused whether observing Hijab is mandatory or not? Huge congrats for such confusion
@@Hi5Ripon What's your point though :)
I converted to Islam 4 years ago and I am a happy hijabi and I am so proud of my hijab!
NEVER remove it. It is a sign of your piety, and is respected.
@@SativaSeanLasVegas I am struggling with my faith
@@SativaSeanLasVegas what lol?
@@SativaSeanLasVegas what lol?
Love this video! Thank you so much for creating it! I recently converted to Islam and I've been learning from my family-in-law about the Islamic way! I've started reading the Qur'an and I'm making changes every day out of my own personal choice and embrace of Islam. I'm especially enjoying all the discussions around Hijab
Thank you for this Jasmine! I want to wear the hijab but I just can’t take the leap to do it full time yet! I wear it about 50% of the time. I am a revert and nobody in my family is muslim. I really enjoy your clothes and advise !
I was born Muslim and I still struggle with it. May Allah make it easy for us all. Aamiin
Watch with love leena. She always links what she wears and so does her sisters.
Before my daughter was born, I would wear the hijab and then take it off, then put it back on. However, my daughter only knew me without it. My daughter began wearing the hijab at 9 years of age, solely her decision. I was so inspired by her confidence, bravery and commitment to Allah’s commands that a year later, I began to hijab. I am in my late 40s. Subhanallah ❤. I still have days where I’m 100 percent proud that I wear it, like a crown and then there are days when I do feel uncomfortable, but I turn to Allah for strength and listen for advice from sisters like yourself. What you do matters. Thank you for sharing your stories with us.
Wow, such an open and honest discussion! Thanks to both of you for sharing your thoughts and to Jasmine for SO gently motivating Dunia to consider wearing the hijab and feel more comfortable with the idea. This is an approach that's not taken much when we get taught about hijab and therefore many women don't think of hijab as something beautiful and purely for Allah, which is the way it should be taught.
All mercy to allah :)
We all need God’s guidance. Wearing the hijab is hard in some countries. But we need to remember that we are in this dunya for a purpose and anything Allah has ordained upon us is for our own good and protection.
We need to focus on that, it is not always about how we feel about something or somebody else feels. It’s an order and you need to follow it period. May Allah help us and give us proper understanding InshaAllah
Trueeeeeeeee luv!
Great questions and answers! I appreciate the honest answers from both sides - it's a helpful video for those like me who has been wearing hijab for 12+ years (reminds me of why I started and continue to do so) but also sending this to my friends who are in earlier stages of their journey to hijab for them to reflect on. May Allah bless you both!
I’m a Taiwanese revert but living in Belgium. In Belgium, working with western children and families makes it a bit difficult to put on the hijab. In Taiwan, there are Muslims from the South Asia, but it’s really rare to see a hijabi Taiwanese, because of the different religion. Hopefully I can put it on one day, and may God guide my family, insha’allah.
In surah an nur : verse no 31 , And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
Ameen sister
@@beatrizpaculan3925
May Allah make it easy for you, ameen ameen
As long as it’s safe for you where you live. Some people have been attacked for wearing hijab in dangerous places. Allah will understand if you can’t for safety. He is merciful, no?
I´m not a muslim but found this discussion interesting and it brought some thoughts that I would otherwise not come to think of. Respect and thanks to both of you!
I converted in Nov 2017, and I put on hijab full-time immediately. What you said about Imaan struck me because, at that time, my imaan was nowhere near what it is now. Before I converted, I was very uncomfortable in realizing that I felt a spirituality, identified with it, and felt a connection to Allah subhanah wa ta'ala. I had spent the majority of my life a staunch atheist, but Allah guided me and showed me what religion felt like. It shook me to my core, to feel that way, and realize how strongly I felt it. I was, for about 2 years after converting, still very uncomfortable talking about religion, especially my own spirituality. And yet, I had hijab on from day 1. Looking back, I truly had no cause of my own to commit so fully, and so readily to it. In the middle of college as well. And now I know, it was Allah subhanah wa ta'ala, guiding me again, showing me a truth before I would have known it on my own. I can only say alhamdulillah.
Masha Allah, it’s truly a commitment to convert and wear hijab. May Allah make things easier for you.!
@@ks.47 jazakallah khair. alhamdulillah, things are much better now. I'm much more comfortable in my sense of faith and in my reasons and belief in hijab. But it would have taken probably many more years to show that to anyone if I hadn't been guided.
subhanallah what a beautiful testament. may Allah swt continue to show you the right path
Alhamdulillah
I appreciate this discussion so much!! Wish we had more of an open platform to discuss such topics with no judgement! As a non hijab I was hesitant clicking on the video for fear of guilt and on my own journey but I love everything about this video! Just wanted to show some appreciation! Xxxx
i am 20 and i started wearing hijab just a few months ago. i am happy that alhumdolillah ALLAh has given me the courage and that feeling to put on the hijab. i feel so great now. specially that feeling when you realise that u r making one sin less. so alhumdolillah
I thought it was just me who always think “ok, one sin less” Alhamdhulillah ❤
MashaAllah what a tender hearted conversation about this topic. That’s rare! So often the online content about hijab is so toxic and aggressive
Such a great video. Thank you so much. I’m 18 and I’m not a hijabi, not yet unfortunately, but I have so many struggles about this, it’s kinda my biggest goal right now. I want it so much and I don’t even know what’s holding me back. Watching this video I couldn’t keep my tears back, cause every word you both said is so close to me. May Allah give me and all the girls and women who are struggling to wear hijab strong deen and endless courage. May Allah ease our journey!
Thank you girls! The best content on TH-cam♥️
In surah an nur: verse no 31 , And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
I am 11 and i started wearing my hijab when i was 9 alhamdulillilah and it got my attention when celebrateties told in the interview that they were muslim i would always hide the fact that i am so i asked my mom get me my hijab and i started wearing it every day all glory to allah!
This is such a powerful, amazing video. I was so invested as someone on their hijab journey.
I wish most of hijabis were as tolerant as you are Jasmine ! Everything you undertake in life as a human being is a process and it takes time. Most of hijabis especially on the social media platforms are very judgemental towards non-hijabis. They think that wearing the hijab makes them of good muslim women whereas, they do forget that taking God's role and judging others is a major sin in islam. Are you God to feel superior to us not putting the hijab on!! Let him guide us or misguide us onto putting it or not! Why forcing or putting pressure on people?!!! They do not know the person and what her heart contains and what deeds she accomplishes in her life to state that she is not a good muslim or she is a bad one just because she doesn't wear the hijab. It's like saying if you wear the hijab, that proves you are a good muslim woman whereas hijab doesn't define your degree of piety. You can wear the hijab or not wearing it and pretend to be a good muslim whereas you commit sins all the time. The same way you can not wear it or you can wear it and be a good muslim. Allah didn't mention anywhere in the quran that wearing the hijab makes you of a good muslim or ensures you a place in heaven. He said those who believe, do salat, accomplish good deeds will go to heaven. We know that most of the scholars say that hijab is said to be mandatory for women in islam as a form of protection against men evil eyes and as a form of modesty even though, there is disagreement about the topic among them. We also know that God told Muhammad (pbuh) to tell his wives , daughters and believers women to put the veil on their chest to protect them from men molesting them but, again we are no way responsible of men wanting to molest us since God tells them to lower their gaze. Wearing the hijab is not one of the 5 pillars in islam and taking the decision to not wearing it, doesn't make us (non hijabis) of bad muslim women since God didn't state anywhere in the quran that not wearing it, is a major sin like zina (adultery) and there should be punishment for those who don't wear it like committing zina. I respect those who wear it and I'd encourage those who wear it to not point their fingers and belittling those who don't. Don't you ever forget that faith (imaan) is a matter between Allah and his creatures and not between creatures and creatures so, stop judging and be compassionate in explaining people to wear the hijab without being judgemental!! Engage in a thoughtful and deep conversation with people without reinforcing your perspective on them. We are all different and all our journey is different so, be compassionate. ❤️❤️❤️
so well said ma shaa Allah
Every hijabi were a non hijabi at the beggining. If they act like that they are truly silly
Well, it’s still a sin regardless. Doesn’t matter if it’s a “major” or “minor” sin. I would be careful of that terminology considering how the hijab is obligatory in Islam.
I’ve been wearing the hijab for ten years after taking shahada I decided to wear it a few months after I converted to Islam. Over the last year I discovered Michaela Corning and feel very confident and love wearing her hijabs as well as her clothing. The modest fashion brand is located in Seattle. Being the only hijabi in my family feels weird sometimes but her clothing collection allows me to feel like an American Muslim and not just someone wearing a costume or feeling like I culturally appropriated someone else’s traditional attire.
This was one of the most insightful discussions.. I love how you both respect each other's perspective on hijab and its wonderful to see how inspiring you are jasmine not just through ur words but also through your actions. Love you lots 💜💜
Loved it 💯 Guidance from Allah is the real blessing!
Im a new revert (11-8-2023) and ive been asked why i dont wear hijab. I love hijab and think its beauty but im not used to it. I really appreciate this video. It comforts me.❤
Assalamu alaykum!! You may find that a lot of people tend to kind of overstate(?) the importance of wearing the hijab and being an observant Muslimah, rather than putting more importance on leading a life in line with the teachings of Islam. Don’t get me wrong, wearing the hijab is an important part of being a Muslim, and I’m a hijabi myself. But as a new revert, the advice I would give is to take your time, and prioritize prayer, Quran and research until you feel comfortable wearing the hijab. When you get used to being Muslim, wearing the hijab will become so easy. Welcome to Islam sister ❤️
@mubinamo I really appreciate your advice sister. Thank you so much. I will take everything step by step 😊 Assalamualaikum ❤️
@@DaraKFulton good luck ❤️
Love this video🥰 as a non hijabi this was an eye opener
Great dialogue! As a hijabi revert, I learned a lot from both of your experiences
Alhamdulilah I started wearing hijab this past last week of Ramadan. I was so reluctant but I just got so inspired I didn’t mind the challenges that may come with it. Still cleaning up my social media and profile pics obviously 😅
I just want to mention that I was watching this video because of all the good energy, I am not so religious nor a muslim but the video was so informative and heartwarming that I could not stop watching. I will definitely be subscribing. ☺️❤️
I'm not a hijabi but I do wear a head covering for religious reasons. I don't always completely cover my hair though sometimes just partially. I started very recently and I love it. I've just turned 50 and no-one else in my family head covers. It's something I felt God was calling me to. It started with dressing more modestly and then went on to head covering out of obedience to God.
Thank you Donia and Jasmine for this episode. I enjoyed watching it during my work break.
I wear a hijab but it was interesting to see what a non hijabi thoughts were.
I am 20 years old and just began to wear the hijab 2 weeks ago and yes it wasn't really easy just like you said with changing everything and see how your environment and the people around you change but alhamduallah I am happy that allah has helped and blessed me to just do my thing and wear it 😊
I loved the video. This can definitely help a lot of muslim sisters who may be struggling with hijab. May Allah SWT strengthen and guide us all.
Thank you so much for this amazing conversation. I am a revert and being new to Islam can be very challenging definitely in this time. I started wearing the hijab for maybe half a year now and I was sometimes getting overwhelmed with the different lifestyle. Almost to a point that I thought if I can't do it perfect right away I don't want it. I don't want people looking at me like ow she's doing it wrong. Alhamdo Lilah my husband showed me Islam and I saw the beauty and the truth in it so I wanted to wear a hijab so much. So one day I just tried it on and I liked it so much but I was showing my shoulders and he said oh my mom would really laugh and say do it right or don't do it at all. It's a reality that those words can make a new Muslim step out of it again. It is very easy to judge someone, specially when they are new to the religion. People grown up as Muslims don't know any better so it's easy to judge others but truly the journey as a new Muslim can be very overwhelming and especially when everyone is telling you how to act now instead of showing the positivity of being new to the religion and like you both say to grow in it. It would've been very helpful if someone said to me, that even though you're not doing it right yet, you're doing great, keep going. It's a learning process. But sadly people used to say, you're still seeing a bit of hair, your wado is not right and will not be accepted by Allah. You can't touch the book if you haven't done wado. I'm still learningand even tho I definitely want to know those things, i want to readthe book so badly but it all is so overwhelming that i have to this and this and this before I'm even allowed to learn about it. Honestly I love the religion and I Love Allah. I am very thankful to be on this journey. I pray Allah will make it easy for us to make the transition. Thank you both for this eye opener, I needed this.🙏🏽
Dearest sister I have been a revert for many years but Islam still feels very new to me. I still realise I do some things incorrectly and sometimes I still get quite confused. However take heart that Allah is the most merciful, the most gracious, the most forgiving to His creation and Allah does not count our mistakes but instead Allah weighs our deeds based on our sincerity and out intentions. So please do not get discouraged, Allah subhanahu wa Ta'ala has guided you to Islam, so rely on Him to keep guiding you.
I admire Jasmine for identifying herself with the hijab. I am wearing it for 22 years and still cannot identify myself with it.
If you ever want to talk about it or change your perspective I’m here :) I’m 19 and I put it on this year and it’s been the most empowering decision of my life
@@aptel8687 i will be 19 yo in July and I want to put it I know it is the right thing to do but I'm struggling and I would talk to you if it's possible
@@aptel8687 me too would love to talk to you to get a glimpse and talk deep into it to help me
@@mariab492 hi dude im 21 years old and im putting it about 11years . I can't find myself in it but it's surprising u want to wear it. Can we talk about it?
@@aptel8687 can you talk about your perspective on the hijab, im struggling out here :(
This video is so inspirational it made me want to put in hijab but I’m a hijabi 😭
I have converted 10 years ago and Alhumdilah I have been wearing hijab full time for 1year now and my biggest fear was what others thought of me and SubhanAllah when you stop thinking about what others think of you and you remember that you and doing this for GOD and he is the 1 that you must think of and that will outshine over anything. Honestly you feel free and so much true to yourself.
I appreciate this discussion a lot!! I personally a muslim and about wear a hijab I personally sometimes wear a hijab but sometimes I take it off. And I love the friendly way of Jasmine with her non hijabi friend, and the most important that we all alr know that hijab is mandatory but it's back to our personal choice to wear it or not because it shouldn't be enforced
I think men should also wear a hijab and dress modestly
Thank you so much for this video. I am in my 20s and I still have not been courageous enough to wear it. But I am working on it and this really motivated me.
As a new revert of 5months (I'm 44), what stops me is not having money for a full new wardrobe to match my lovely hijabs -- and the heat! I overheat *very* quickly. It's winter now, so I can comfortably wear one, but I know I'll get used to it quickly and what if I don't have money for a new wardrobe (with cooler types of hijabs) when summer comes?! It seems so silly to me, but at the same time, I had to stop going to the mosque over the summer because abaya + hijab cap + hijab and I felt ready to pass out before I even got in my car :(. Because it's so hot, I don't normally wear a hijab cap, but at the mosque hardly any sisters show their hair, so it seems to me the "norm" for that particular community (at least for Jum'uah, which is really the only time I've gone so far).
What I prefer is if you wear a thin or the thinnest undercut that you have in the summer and then wear chiffon (the type that the hijabi is wearing g in the video, kinda mesh)as chiffon is thin and modest, In the winter wear a decent size under cap and a jersey hijab
I meant underscarf or under cap whatever you call it
Just wear the hijab when you go to the mosque and dress modestly even without wearing it . Islam is a religion of ease. If you pass out because of that hijab ensemble causing you to overheat,then it can hardly be called a religion of ease, can it?
I reverted in 2014 and alhamdullilah I put the hijab on New Years day 2022. I had been wanting to wear it seriously for two years but was scared and I was watching videos of womens hijab journeys and trying to hype myself up and everyday I would tell myself tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow.....but tomorrow would come and i wouldnt wear it and I would feel like I was living a total lie. My passion and love for Allah on the inside wasnt matching my appearance on the outside and I just felt not whole. So New Years day I was going to work and getting dressed and i literally without planning said out loud to myself "IF YOU DONT PUT IT ON TODAY (a new year, a fresh start) YOU WILL NEVER DO IT!!!!!!" and i texted my coworker who knew I had been wanting to and i told my husband and they said I need to do what makes me happy and so I did it and ALHAMDULLILAH the rest is history!
There were SOOOOOOOO many days in the beginning crying because it is sooooo hard in todays world to find hijabi friendly clothes especially when my decision was soooo spur of the moment. I am slowly putting together the hijabi wardrobe of my dreams but just know that if you are a woman struggling with wanting to put hijab on.. you are not alone. the ONLY reason you should put hijab on is for you and for Allah. if people are pressuring you to do it then they want you to submit to them not Allah. Allah knows your heart. Be brave and inshaAllah Allah will make it easy for you!
thats an amazing story and actually quite relatable, alot of women always use the 'tomorrow, tomorrow' thing and it does get scary
Thank you for sharing your story ❤️ May Allah grant you baraka in your journey
May Allah bless you on your journey!
I’m Hindu and enjoyed watching this video! Loved to hear the different perspectives you two had 😊🌏
I am an Indian Muslim, if you have any doubts and queries about islam you can ask me any time, inshallah i will try to solve your queries
Such an educational discussion. Dunia is a beautiful person, at one moment my eyes shed a tear because I felt that she really wants to wear the hijab but still struggling with it. May Allah guide us all to His pleasure, ameen!
Thank you this video, I'm Catholic but lately I've been thinking about wearing a hijab so this video helped a lot🤍✨
That's so cool 👋
I'm Catholic also and I have been a hijabi since August. It's been so wonderful. Definitely recommend trying it out. Maybe you could start by wearing it to Mass since some women veil there already.
Are Catholics also required to wear a head covering?
@@jazzstyles1246 no, we aren't required to.
Heyyy Catholic here as well! It's so great to find fellow veiling Christians! 😍
I'm a Catholic hijabi and I started wearing it in August last year. I love it so very much.
Woooow now I'm amazed.
I've never heard of this before ... can you tell us a little bit about your experience please ? Do people stare at you ? Do they judge you for your choice ? Did you lose friends ? ... I'm really curious on how did your life change after wearing it
@@jaderylee2813 I've had about 5 times that people stared angrily at me in the grocery store (perhaps more, but those are the only times I've noticed. ) I haven't lost any friends. My family doesn't understand it, but because I have always been eccentric in their eyes, they just chalk it up to me being weird again.
Since I have been wearing the hijab, I feel more confident, more beautifully feminine, a greater awareness of my dignity as a woman, and I have felt closer to God. I wasn't expecting any of those. I just wanted to try it out because I follow some hijabi/niqabis on here (Mehdina TV had the biggest impact on me). I'm so glad I did try it.
I did already veil in church since I am a more traditional Catholic, so that might have helped me make the transition.
@@acatholic9784 wow, that's so interesting!
@@acatholic9784 As a Christian woman myself I think Christian women originally wore hijab but it was sadly lost over time. Its so inpirational how you can be so brave to wear Hijab dispite negative reactions. Im not surprised wearing Hijab has made you feel closer to God as it is really an out ward expression of your faith in God. Have you had much exposure to Islam since wearing Hijab?
Thankyou for making this video. It was informative and also comforting. I loved the two different perspectives. I reverted three years ago at the age of 47. I dress and conduct myself modestly but always feel a pressure to wear the hijab! Insya Allah one day I will. Coming from a Western society with no Muslims whatsoever I also fear the judgement. Judged if I do! Judged if I don’t! For now it’s easier without. I do know however that easier does not equate to better 😊
I really resonated with what Jasmine said about how we think it will be more difficult to transition than it actually will be. I am 29 and recently reverted, and I am wearing hijab for the first time. I remember going to class with hijab for the first day, i was so anxious about how i would be perceived, but once i got there, everything was fine and i realized that I didnt care that much what people thought, but also that people do not care as much as you think they will!
I don't think I can live without the hijab. It's part of my identity. Wore it since my childhood
This video really addresses complex and important questions about hijab in a clear and informative way. I appreciate your openness in discussing difficult topics and your ability to provide detailed answers. It is a valuable contribution to understanding a topic that is often the subject of misunderstanding. Thank you for sharing these reflections and promoting awareness and understanding 💬🧕
I converted about a year ago officially. My dad's side is extremely Catholic but my parents aren't religious at all. Chosing to wear the hijab was a decision I did not take lightly so I studied Islam for about a year prior, but once I made the decision I never went back. It's a strange thing because the city and state that I live in is very white and very Christian. I have a new understanding for how bigoted my city really is. I am of German and Scottish ancestry. Blonde and blue eyed. Once I started wearing hijab people started treating me differently. It made me really see just how much "white privilege" I have. In a city with a very racist past that goes back to the 80's to present day racism and hate is so real for the few minorities here. I have so much respect for my fellow Muslim sisters (hijab or not) in communities like mine because unlike me they are a minority even if they take of their hijab. I become just another white girl when mine comes off. 💞
May allah forgive them all inshallah
I have started wearing hijab when I learned about Islam but always been modest in dressing and behaviour. This video was lovely to watch
Thank you for this amazing talk girls !
Personally, I don't wear the hijab because I live in a western country (France) and It's very hard here. But some of my friends wear it and It motivates me to get dressed more modestly (I think modesty is beautiful). Also, maybe some of you will find it stupid, but I don't find myself pretty with the hijab. I know that if I put it, I will be tempted by wearing it with some makeup for example (even if I never wear makeup currently). And I know I will be the target of those toxic people you're talking about Jasmine ("wear it correctly or don't").
And to finish, yes men, you also have a awra... but nobody seems to care nowadays...
I've been wearing it since I was 12 and your point about not feeling pretty isn't stupid or vain (i always viewed myself that way for thinking that). What you look like plays a big part in your confidence. Alhamdullilah after struggling in my teens, now I find myself beautiful with it and even sometimes delay changing out of an outfit with hijab! My advice would be making sincere duaa that "Oh Allah, make eemaan beloved to me and decorate it in my heart" and "Oh Allah grant me Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of an action that brings me closer to Your love". Also, on a more practical level, invest in finding styles which you like (maybe loose light coloured chiffon headscarves as opposed to tight dark coloured double-chin showing scarves if you're not at that stage yet). One of my issues when I was younger is that I hadn't developed my acc fashion sense at that age so hijab felt like an added burden but once you develop your own fashion confidence you feel able to style your hijab any which way. Also, you dont need to do it all in one go- if you're just swapping tight jeans for a looser pair or wearing a turban some days of the week, Allah will appreciate your genuine efforts and make the next steps even easier.
@@basmalasaad3039 Thank you very much for your comment ! Yeah, this year I used to go to the masjid for some arabic classes and I was wearing a hijab. And I remember, when we had finished the class, I used to let my hijab on my head during the rest of the day and I liked it !
Last line! ✨ Men be wearing shorts above the knees and people don't see a problem. One hair strand of women showing on the forehead and she gets called munafiq...
Yeah, I agree. It is still until you feel that you are ready.
I'm newly convert and I started here in US. I stand out definitely. But I'm really lucky that people around me is so nice and kind, always smiling as well. And for me, at first, I started wearing bonnet or some cover cap until I'm totally comfortable now wearing hijab. It's really hard to post something that I am covering my hair now because it is also my own transition to tell families and friends about practicing Islam. They had their own opinion and sometimes it makes me feel I need to protect my well being for now. But I'm happy now that being a new Muslim, I am trying to practice what is prescribe in the Quran.
But otherwise, don't force immediately yourself to wear hijab. I'm pretty sure eventually, you will feel it. Allah already touch your heart. 😊
I reverted at 41, and it was hard to transition to being a full time hijabi. Lots of judgement and awkwardness from friends and family. All I can say is Allah made it easy for me, but I don’t judge what other women go through because it’s tough. My advice? More listening, less judgement.
Jasmines way of encouraging is so beautiful and subtle, no pressure, no scaring her off. Just giving small nudges and leaving it to her and Allah swt. May All swt bless us all with such gifts.
With all due respect, as much as I love and respect the sisters who do hijab, including my family itself... Why do people make it look like hijab is the only thing in Islam? For real, most of us don't even offer 5 times a day, or are involved in interest, or do backbite or slander etc etc and the list goes on! Where's the focus on these matters? Why do we then make it suffocating for the ones who just converted?
That being said, I don't support the dishonest statement that 'ow only Allah can judge me, I don't or won't wear hijab for people' and blah blah either.
MaShaAllah it's an amazing video. Hijab shouldn't be enforced, and at the same time sisters who struggle should be open and honest that yes what I'm doing is not right, but insha'Allah I will try, instead of trying to define Islam according to our wish.
Hope I didn't hurt anyone. 😅
This. I'm so glad someone said it. We live in a world where women get shunned for not wearing hijab while men out there cussing, smoking and nobody has a problem with that. Hijab is mandatory but so are the 5 daily prayers, actually the prayers are more important. The world lacks spirituality in the religion. People should focus on spiritual things than just how to wear modest clothes. Islam is more than just a clothing
I’m so glad a male sees this. Nobody says hijab isn’t part of Islam… but men make it seem like the only thing a woman has to do. Prayers are absolutely more important! And the same men NEVER have to experience life in these western countries appearing obviously to be Muslim (many types of ppl have beard) so they don’t know how it feels to be a walking billboard for something that is so controversial (being Muslim). It’s very difficult. Sometimes not even safe- which is the point of hijab other than modesty.
@@squreshi8413 Look, what I wrote above, I just hope that no one takes it as an excuse to overlook the importance, rather obligation, of wearing the hijab (both male and female hijab I mean) which I believe no one would insha'Allah haha.
But the point you just raised above, I did want to mention that in my first comment that how difficult it is to be a 'walking billboard' (lol). Honestly, every time I would go out wearing a long dress, and be that 'walking billboard' haha, (especially when I take a bus instead of driving)... the STARES I get, oh goodness! I can only imagine how would my mom or sister survive had they been living here with me. Makes me wonder how much I respect them!
May Allah accept all of our sacrifices.
Struggling with hijab does not mean the person has done something wrong. It just means that person's jihad is the hijab. The reason it's so important is because there's Fiqh regarding hijab. Going outside without the hair covered is a major sin, tabarruj. Secondly, all conditions must be met. Third, in a country like America, efforts to restrict or even ban hijab are constant and ongoing. Profiling at airports, surveillance, security, police, and prejudice are constant.
ALLAH AWJ did not say that those who do not wear the hijab will go to hell, either. Islam is supposed to be a religion of ease. We are enjoined to dress and behave modestly, and not draw attention upon ourselves. But the way they wear the hijab does the opposite (very attractive and noticeable) .😊
i love this video with my whole entire heart. subhanAllah i’ve wanted to wear the hijab for the past 2 years, but because my mom doesn’t wear and because no one in my family wears it, they’ve restricted me from it. it’s been really hard to maintain the intention and remain modest but alhamdulillah it’s Allah’s plan. and when Jasmine asked the question, “what if your daughter wants to wear the hijab?” it was really nice to see another person’s perspective and i understand her pov. thank you Jasmine and Dunia for this video and for being such a big inspiration to me and many others ❤️ I really wish I could meet you here in Dubai and just give you such a big hug for all the help you’ve given me through your videos especially the ones related to hijab. جزاك الله خيراً
Hey sis kinda same. Only my mum wears the hijab in my family and honestly I have wanted to wear it from the last ramadan but I'm sooo scared of what my father is gonna say, the looks I'll get from extended family etc ('omg, you went from tight jeans to abaya and hijab? What happened? Are you sick? No need to wear it in front of male cousins, you are so young live your youth life without it') etc etc things but alhamdulliah my mum supports me. I will inshallah wear it in this month. All the best bestie we can do it, we only care about what Allah swt says
@@remi8978 Alhamdullilah BarakAllah Feeki!! I'm so proud of you and alhamdullilah you have your mother supporting you. I understand what you mean by what others will say because subhanAllah I've been through it and am still going through it. The only thing that I'm struggling with is my family; they're not supportive of it :(
Sister read surah an nur : verse no 31 ,And order the Muslim women to lower down their sights a little and guard their chastity and show not theiradornment but as much which is itself apparent and remain putting their head coverings over their bosoms.And disclose not their adornment but to their husbands, or to their fathers, or the fathers of their husbands, orto their or the of sons husbands or their brothers or the sons of their brothers or the sons of their sisters or thewomen of their religion or their handmaids who are the property of their hands or servants provided they arenot men of sexual desire or the children who are unaware of the private parts of the women; and put not theirfeet forcibly on the ground that hidden adornment may be known. And repent to Allah, O Muslims all together,haply you may get prosperity.
Wow I´m having exactly the same experience as you. It has been incredibly hard and I´m just hoping to get married soon so that I can finally wear it. Girls who have worn the hijab for their entire life have it easy to say "just do it its not that hard", but it is actually. It is extremely hard when no one in your family supports you and when you grew up in a culture whose people don´t practice the religion much. While for some hijabis it is something normal, for me its a dream. Its getting to a point where you get depressed. May Allah swt. strenghten us.
I want to also add that hijabis have it harder in terms of perfectionism. People don’t give you leeway if you make a mistake because of hijab. Being perfect and within “bounds” is hard. Like smiling too much or not, being your loud extroverted self or not, etc. because your hijabi. 🤷♀️
Okay, honestly I love this series jasmine started. Talking / discussion on important topics . You have no idea how much it’s helping.
Thank you ❤️ n keep it coming girl ✨
I am a convert, born and raised in USA. Whenever I go to an Islamic country I wear the hijab, at home I don’t unless I go to the mosque or to family home. As for being modest, growing up my mother was very modest, so I feel comfortable being modest. Great topic.
Asalamu aleikum
Please do more of these kind of videos, like the topic of marriage would be really helpful for those of us who are still looking for a spouse. I loved this video. You are such an inspiration Jasmine, feels like you're my older sister lol.
Im Muslim but I started wearing the hijab this year it was very hard for me, I was scared about people would look at me or treat me due to how Muslims are shown in a negative light in the media but alhamdulilah the more I wore it I became confident and I feel pretty in it, at one point I didn’t. I slowly stopped thinking of how others would judge me. I wore it for Allahs sake and when you do something for Allah he makes it easy for you. SubhanAllah
Thank you so much for this😭 I’m now 27 and have been thinking about becoming a hijabi but thinking about the changes etc. really scares me esp at the gym etc.
This is generally a triggering topic for me, and I was really scared to watch it. But Alhamdullillah, I’m glad I did. I don’t know where my journey will lead me, but it helps to be able to distantly connect with content by those of the Ummah during my own personal struggles. I wasn’t able to do that even a year ago, and now I am able to, Alhamdullillah
As a muslim women I can say they because it is not a requirement of God. If you believe so, be my guest! If your culture is leading you to wear hijab because you are living such an environment, of course go ahead! But it is neither mandatory nor requirement. Great conversation, thanks!
y'all are both amazing people, thank you for holding this conversation!
Your story of wearing the hijab is similar to how I wore mine, I was also 9 years old but for me it was because we had a lesson in school and the teacher told us that hijab is obligatory for Muslim women, so I went home and told my family I want to wear the hijab and my mom was like yours telling me you’re too young but I was determined and I wore it first amongst my sisters and I had older sisters who wore it years after me.
I pray to Allah to wear it soon. May Allah give me strength. And to all the hijabi girls I say hold fast.
Such a beautiful discussion
What's in the heart shows on the limbs with everything
that was super useful, although I'm a Muslim and grownup in a Muslim family after 12 years of wearing the hijab im looking for the reason, so when someone asked me why? i would have definitely an answer, especially to my future daughter In Sha Allah
Love this video! I wear hijab but I feel like I can improve in both the way I wear my scarf and my clothes... at the end of the day we use the word " journey " repeatedly to justify the fact that we don't wear hijab and dress modestly but at the end of the day it's a command of Allah and it would suck for us to go to jahannam because we didnt cover our bodies....💓
I’m a convert of 2 years and don’t wear hijab. I’m certainly more modest inside and out the further I’m on this journey but I’m not at the point to put it on yet inshallah I will wear it one day. Thank you so much for this video it gave me lots of food for thought. Love your videos Jasmine thank you 🤍
It gets easier once you begin ❤
I was forced to wear the hijab from the age of 9 a] and my parents never actually taught me the true meaning of hijab, they only wanted me to wear it for honour and what people say. Because of that, I've never liked wearing the hijab because my intention was only for my parents and not for god. Im really stuck rn. I want to take it off and only wear it when I am ready but my parents would kill me for ruining our family image. I feel like the more my parents force me to wear it, the more I want to take It off. I always wish I had understanding parents that would teach me Islam properly instead of forcing everything onto me and caring so much about what people say.
Was in the same situation only wear it for god and don’t wear it if ur forced
@@user-sw5hy6ox6l what did u do?
@@faezehhatif9164 My 4 year old daughter wears hijab
@faezeh hatif I'm going trough the exact same thing. I'm 18 now, and i was also forced to wear it and cant bear it anymore. I really love islam and I want to def wear the hijab later in life In Shaa Allah (by my own choice). But not right now, i feel like because i was forced, i was never able to like it, and actually resent it more and more. My parents never explained the meaning behind the hijab too me either. Its so scary to take it off tho... Do you still have it on?
Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh my beautiful sister may Allah reward you for your efforts and make things easy on you and anyone who may be going through something similar Ameen. I just want to say how proud I am of you for trying and I hope you know that Allah sees your efforts and may He reward you double, one for trying and two for having to be tested with your parents. I'm sure your parents come from a good place and want the best for you, so please do not let their approach discourage you. I know it's hard wearing the hijab in general but what I do is remind myself that this is for Allah and perhaps it may not be pleasing to the creation but it is pleasing to the Creator, please do not let the shaytan delude you into thinking otherwise. Bare patience with your parents I know it's easier said than done but just think of the reward with Allah. Everyone is tested with something and perhaps this is your test my sister. Please whatever you do try your hardest to keep it on, there is no compulsion in religion but trust me my sister when you see your reward on the day of judgment inshallah for keeping it on I know you will be so pleased inshallah. Allah wants the best for you, and it's not easy especially if you're living in a western country but just know every struggle and every hardship is seen by Allah and He is ASH-SHAKOOR The Most Appreciative He appreciates your efforts, and know that your reward will be doubled with Him due to the circumstances with your parents. Make dua and learn more about the hijab and try and surround yourself with people who wear it inshallah if possible. I've included some hadiths and ayahs at the bottom that I hope can help motivate you inshallah I'll keep you in my duas inshallah and I hope the very best for you on this journey Ameen.
“Surely, Allah is with those who are As-Sabirun (the patient).” [al-Anfal 8:46]
“And Allah loves As-Saabirun (the patient).” [Al ‘Imran 3:146]
The most important battle a Muslim needs to fight is the battle within himself against sinful desires (jihad an-nafs). This is a struggle, a jihad in the way of Allah, in which all of us need to participate.
Allah tells us the sinful desires within ourselves must be controlled and submitted to His will, and whoever does so will enter Paradise.
Allah said:
وَأَمَّا مَنْ خَافَ مَقَامَ رَبِّهِ وَنَهَى النَّفْسَ عَنِ الْهَوَىٰ فَإِنَّ الْجَنَّةَ هِيَ الْمَأْوَىٰ
As for him who feared to stand before his Lord and he restrained himself from his desires, then Paradise will be his refuge.
Surat An-Naziat 79:40
For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And honour your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your care, never say to them ˹even˺ ‘ugh,’ nor yell at them. Rather, address them respectfully.( Surah Al-Isra : 24)
The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his family) said:
“One, who follows the orders of Allah with regards to obeying parents, shall have two doors of Paradise opened up for him. And if there happens to be only one parent, one door of Paradise shall open up for him.”
Kanzul `Ummal, Volume 16, Page 67
Narrated Abu Umamah: A man said, “Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) what rights can parents demand from their children?” He replied, “They are your Paradise and your Hell.”
Al-Tirmidhi - Hadith 1277
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “The people who face the most difficult tests are the prophets, then the righteous, then those following them in degree. A person is tried according to his religion. So if there is firmness in his religion, then the trial is increased, and if there is a weakness, then it is lightened. Verily a trial remains with a servant until he walks the earth having no sin left upon him” (Bukhari).
I converted back in January I didn't wear the hijab right away but Allah had placed it upon me to wear it and have been since and either people understand or they don't
As a catholic I wear a full abaya/Jilbab because that is how Mary dressed. Many orthodox women in Europe cover up because it is ordered in the Bible and in every religious scripture. It is very good for my mental helath because when I dress up and let my hair down I always compare myself to others and think am I looking the best but wearing a jilbab eliminates the competition, you get ready very fast without worrying about competition, being the best or impressing anybody. You start living for yourself and not just a constant competition to be the best.
May Allah guide you to Islam. I urge you to look into it by reading the Quran. Islam is the only faith that worships God alone, without ascribing partners or children to Him. He is the God of Abraham, David, Moses, Jesus and of the final messenger Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم.
This was super interesting...Thanks. Would love to learn more associated with Muslim religion/culture.
I'm a convert, I come from an sort of atheistic family that normalize party, drinking, casual sex, inmodest clothing all that stuff. I also live in a country with almost no Muslim woman representation, the Muslims here are men and the women that are Muslims are converts usually, you can go days without seeing a hijabi. Every day I'm working on mi Deen inshallah I'd wear the hijab one day, I changed the way I dress drastically and now I'm introducing long sleeves in summer☺️
Stop this Made up story
good luck... you have to adopt Islam at pace you can, dont overburden yourself
Good job! ☺️ I know how hard it can be to cover up in summer. May Allah reward your efforts toward modesty!
I started wearing the hijab at the age of 4 because I got lice and I had to cut my hair short, I didn't like it so I used the hijab to cover it and then never took it off, MashAllah
Before I was a hijabi, my reasoning for not committing to hijab was exactly the reason of “I want to be 100% ready” so I love your view over it and I now completely agree
My friend is muslim and same as I. Her mom convinced her not to wear a hijab while my mom made me wear it. It is really hard to wear a hijab while everyone else around you does not want to wear a hijab.
I am having difficulty wearing a hijab because many people in school are more attractive not wearing a hijab. It is going to be a big change for me.
May Allah make it easy for you sister, and may Allah reward you with knowledge and nearness to Him, ameen ameen.
To be honest girls in hijab are just more beautiful
Tell me about it. Mashallahhhh
I wear hijab and converted 3 years ago at the age of 41 and am considering taking it off..I feel like I jumped in both feet first and have had a hard time adjusting to my new identity as a hijabi and wish I would have taken a slower approach to covering.. but now I feel like if I take it off Im not a "real muslim"
I convert to islam and I'm wearing hijab and I feel that people are racist with me from that moment. People are talk with me more different then how they talk before. And before in the bus people sitting next to me now they not. But I don't care this people hate everyone and I would never have friendship with people like that. And the Muslims are so nice with me. Helping me and talking with me so nice like I'm their small sister. Alhamdulilla
And the most important from the time I'm Muslim I fined my self and I fined peace.
welcome to the faith dear sister, stay strong please and rely on your fellow Muslims
@@CodnGta ❤ thank you
Definitely I will be .🙂
I needed this! Please do talk about it....whoever talks about wearing hijab is sooo aggressive and whoever talks about it is not needed is so calm, that you're like this is aggression and I want to listen to calm, not to be associated with those aggressive people practicing
Masha allah jasmine, specially the last answer💯
If the converts does it why not my sister, insha allah you can . Allah is above everyone, donchu care what peoples might think of you
I recently god married and went to perform the Umrah where my husband complemented my look in the hijab and I told him I've always wanted to wear it. He really encouraged me and I got back to my home country and bought a few hijabs and hijab caps but I haven't had the motivation. Like I'm scared that I won't be able to go back and it's scary to commit to something forever because I'd never want to take it off once I start wearing it. This videos been a big help. Thank you guys❤
Allah chose you to visit his Holy city and has used your husband’ voice someone that truly loves you, to tell you you looked beautiful in it. I think that’s your sign. Im a 26 yrs old that decided to wear hijab only a week ago. Im still not fully conscious of the commitment i just did but i had my signs as well. I live in the West and i was so scared of the reactions at work (they were extremely positive!). I feel protected by the Hijab Exactly as described in the video. I also feel like i stand out in a positive way and im comfortable with it (which is ironic because i ve been struggling with low self esteem for the past 4 years) . Al hamdoullilah only positive comes from Hijab, it truly sets the right boundaries and it’s fun to style.
I wish you all the best dear🤍🤍🤍 May Allah bless you
@@02minoucha wow, that's so good for you, congratulations sister! I also am struggling with the new commitment and if I will be able to keep wearing it because I want to and not just because I don't want to be a sinner while not actually wanting to keep wearing it. I think I just need more motivation and push.