As we approach the new school (and work!) year, we know that many of you may be wearing hijab for the first time so we'd love to share some words of encouragement with you. 💕
Welcome to the beautiful world of hijab, and congrats! As you begin this new journey, take a moment to center yourself and renew your intentions. Ask yourself: why am I wearing it? And most importantly, who am I wearing it for?
Always remember, we wear hijab for the sake of Allah (S), because He asked us to. Any other reason, be it family or politics or trends, will likely not hold up in the long run. Wear it proudly because Allah (S) chose you to represent His religion.
You may find yourself the only (or one of a few) hijabis in your school/workplace. Depending on the community you live in, the support you may (or may not) have around you, and your own state of mind, it may be fairly easy to continue on as you were – or you may face some hardships in your new journey.
Our advice to you:
Do not shrink yourself to make others around you feel more comfortable with your hijab. Wear it proudly and step into your power as a servant of God. He created you with your own talents and personality for a reason. Find your purpose and be tenacious in its pursuit.
Know your priorities and act accordingly. Do the inner work so that your soul is stable and unwavering no matter what’s thrown your way. Remember, despite what anyone may say, you are worthy because Allah (S) said so. Do not associate your strength and self worth with anything or anyone other than Him.
There will be amazing days, good days and some harder days, but you’ll always have Allah (S) to lean on, and you have an entire army of Muslim women here to support you. You are not alone.
We could not be prouder of you. Your hijab is your crown, and there is nothing you can’t do!
All our love,
Melanie and the Haute Hijab team