Hijrah.

 

I'm definitely on a roll tonight, aren't I?

I don't think I've ever really written about my hijrah. It's been almost a year since I committed myself to the hijab and I'm still - and Insha ALLAH- will always persevere to be istiqamah, and building my deen one step and a time.

It was definitely tough wearing the hijab. I know, as a Muslimah, it is an obligation, but I don't think people realize the significance of putting on that extra piece of fabric on your head.

Sure, some people may ask , what's the big deal about the hijab ?

Well, to me, it's not about the act of wearing it. It's everything it embodies for me. The fact that I'm a Muslim woman, proud of my Deen, my religion, my obligations and the fact that I really want to share that with the World. No, I am still not 'arif' when it comes to my religion. To me, Islam is something I learn about every day and as I learn about it, I fall in love deeper with it.

Maybe it sounds cheesy but even wearing the hijab was a step by step journey. Starting with straightening out my fardhu prayers, loosening my garments bit by bit, leaving the short skirts and shorts and stopping some stuff I really did enjoy- like going to Red Box for karaoke.

For women, there are aurah that is physical (everything is your aurah, except your face and hands) and non-physical, your voice (you can't sing melodiously to attract men) and it's a tough job, covering your aurah properly.

A junior asked me what prompted me to start covering my aurah and I told her it was just the right step, and I felt ready. I had started wearing it out and to interviews and I felt comfortable in it,  way more than I did when I didnt cover it.

But I do still have fun. I am still incredibly loud and bossy and annoying . I still hate being bossed around by men, I still love arguing and debating. I still love having fun, reading novels, and going out on food adventures. I am still the old Heidi.

So, people say "Heidi dah bertaubat!," and Insha ALLAH, may Allah protect all of us and may Allah make us humble and repentful, always.

The point is, for those wondering if they are ready to wear the hijab, I'll say just wondering if you are, makes you ready. Just being worried about it, means you're ready. If you feel uncomfortable, know that you are READY.

Allah will not command you to do something, if you are not meant for it. And trust me, telling yourself wearing the hijab is hot and uncomfortable is not true. Just find the type of hijab you are comfortable in and you're good to go.

You are wonderful, girls. Cherish everything you have, and enhance everything you have :)

I am still learning so don't hesitate to teach me :)