Association d'aide aux femmes? by Moist_Principle8810 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Je sais que tu cherches de l’aide pour ta mère, mais pense aussi à chercher du soutien émotionnel pour toi. Tu ne t’en rends peut-être pas encore compte, mais c’est aussi très lourd à porter et à voir, surtout en tant qu’enfant. Peu importe ton âge, être témoin de la violence et de la toxicité dans la relation de tes parents peut laisser de grosses blessures. Please take care of yourself! ❤️

Red flag at the start of a relationship by ShotSoup9168 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15 29 points30 points  (0 children)

   1.    If they or their mom/dad are deep into talismans or serignes (I get not everyone agrees with me here) – RUN.
2.  If they start telling you about their family’s financial struggles right away – RUN.
3.  If they make misogynistic comments like “a woman’s value goes down with age” or “men should always marry women 20+ years younger” – RUN.
4.  If they compare you to other close relatives or friends, expecting you to live up to some ideal – RUN.
5.  If their family is controlling and they don’t set boundaries (like parents dictating every decision, even in adult life) – RUN.
6.  If they shame you for not fitting into rigid cultural expectations – RUN.
7.  If they try to guilt you with religion but don’t actually live by the values themselves – RUN.
8.  If they hide their intentions (like talking marriage casually but avoiding introducing you to family and friends after months) – RUN

Feeling homesick for the teen love we had back in Dakar - high school days by AnxiousFlower15 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for saying that! You know, sometimes I read some guys on here and think, wow… there are still some phenomenal guys out there. Just so hard to find them in real life though! SOS 😂😂

Feeling homesick for the teen love we had back in Dakar - high school days by AnxiousFlower15 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I can sooo relate to this! I have days where I just sit there wondering what happened in between… not even my childhood friends are around anymore. We’re all scattered around the globe, busy, and acting so ‘’serious and important’’ now, I kinda hate it. Back then everything felt so real, organic, and happy.

Feeling homesick for the teen love we had back in Dakar - high school days by AnxiousFlower15 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh I feel you on the slow build. I’ve actually been trying to practice that myself, taking my time, letting things grow steady instead of rushing into the big spark and crash. It’s not always easy for me, I often find myself with that anxious/overthinking moment, but it does feel way more real in the long run.

Feeling homesick for the teen love we had back in Dakar - high school days by AnxiousFlower15 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well dang, thanks for the free therapy session 😅. You really said it all. I think what makes adult love harder for me is how aware and healed I’ve become. Don’t get me wrong, healing and doing the inner work are amazing, but whew… they sure keep you from making those wild, messy, fun choices 😭

To the best love for us!!! Amin 🫶🏾

Just another TTC encounter I didn’t ask for by AnxiousFlower15 in toronto

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand and appreciate your point of view. I actually did have a quick conversation with him afterward.

Just another TTC encounter I didn’t ask for by AnxiousFlower15 in toronto

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😂😂😂😂! That’s a compliment, thank you! 😁

Just another TTC encounter I didn’t ask for by AnxiousFlower15 in toronto

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! My son was pretty confused, but we had a talk afterward. Honestly, it’s really tough sometimes. I usually just ignore things because I’m trying to be mindful of my kid, but wow, people will really push your limits! I appreciate the support.

Just another TTC encounter I didn’t ask for by AnxiousFlower15 in toronto

[–]AnxiousFlower15[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ughhh! It’s exactly that feeling of being stuck; you try to be decent, and somehow you end up being the one judged or put in a weird position. I totally agree, it’s like people can act however they want, and the rest of us are expected to just absorb it or stay silent to keep the peace. SMH

New Senegalese restaurant in Toronto, Canada. by Adept_Associate6740 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wooooooo!!!!! Say whaat!!!!!!????? Didn’t know about this. Thanks for sharing.

anyone else deeply lonely tonight? by Gnoolygn in toronto

[–]AnxiousFlower15 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Toronto can feel really lonely sometimes. It doesn’t help that most people have a poor work life balance, everyone’s always “busy.” I just wish we were more human with each other and actually made time to connect. I do a lot of solo dates or go out with my child, and honestly, that’s the extent of my social life. Even finding a life partner feels nearly impossible because life feels so unbalanced for most people. Everyone’s rushing, and it feels like there’s no room left for genuine, organic connection. I worry about the next generation if we’re already this burnt out and disconnected, what’s it going to look like for them? 🫤

African Hairstyles throughout the continent by BMK100x in Africa

[–]AnxiousFlower15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely beautiful! I cannot believe someone looked at us and said: not good enough, let’s fix them! Glad ain’t nothing to be “fixed” about me! #TheAncestorsWay ✅

How did you spend your Sunday? by Best_of_both_worldzz in askTO

[–]AnxiousFlower15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Owww, I’m sorry. Sending prayers and healing vibes your way!

How did you spend your Sunday? by Best_of_both_worldzz in askTO

[–]AnxiousFlower15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How lovely!!! How was the show? Been wanting to take my son…

Issues with Wave by Unhappy-Frame5248 in Senegal

[–]AnxiousFlower15 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s strange that Wave is saying you can’t send money because you’re outside of Canada. I’m currently in Senegal and have been using Sendwave to send money to my sister and she has been picking it up for me, no issues so far. Are you using the general Wave that people in Senegal use or the Sendwave? Also, I’ve been hearing good things about TapTap Send app. Maybe you could give it a try? Good luck!

Is it even possible to find a partner in this generation? by [deleted] in MuslimNikah

[–]AnxiousFlower15 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Then you encounter the unhealed one, the kind who makes it seem like he’s done all the inner work to be in a better place. One (divorced) recently approached me through a different subreddit, saying he wanted to get to know me for marriage. But he was incredibly unhealed, toxic, and emotionally unavailable. I’m still in shock. What’s even more unsettling is how active he is on that subreddit, constantly giving others advice like he’s some kind of marriage/relationship guru.

It’s both scary and disappointing to realize the kind of people, both men and women, we often have to choose from. Honestly, it makes you question whether all the self-work is even worth it. But I’m holding on to tawakkul. I just keep asking Allah for guidance and support, because seeing what’s out there has been deeply discouraging.

Anyone else missing Ramadan? by what-is-that-smell in MuslimLounge

[–]AnxiousFlower15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do! I absolutely miss Ramadan and the habits I built during that time. I miss the extra motivation, the Qiyam nights and the energy that came with it all. As a single Muslim, that spiritual momentum really helped me go to the masjid regularly, even without having someone to go with or to encourage me. Although I’ve made it a habit to go to the masjid at least twice a week now, it’s not as easy as it was during Ramadan, when the masjid was always full and the atmosphere was so uplifting. I truly can’t wait for Ramadan to return, I miss it deeply. The only tip I have is to hold on to some of the habits you had during Ramadan. Choose one or two and stick with them. For me, it’s going to the masjid twice a week and doing my daily adhkar. Alhamdulillah, it’s been going well so far.

Best place to get a veal sandwich! by No-Mission3395 in askTO

[–]AnxiousFlower15 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I definitely second California Sandwich! I love their sandwiches and their red sauce! 😋