{"_id":"6858c7c2e124a378d84984b5","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"How do I know if my anxiety after istikhara is a sign from Allah?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"I prayed istikhara. Since then, I've been having severe waswas. I had a panic attack after 2-3 years of not having anxiety. I’m not sure if it’s because of the istikhara or if it's shaytan seeing that I'm seeking Allah’s guidance on a matter and trying to push me away? Or maybe I'm being punished for something. How can I know?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Istikharah is a way of entrusting your decision to Allah, not something that should bring fear or distress. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a deep breath and remind yourself: this is not a punishment. Allah is Most Merciful and Wise.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668da02d0b76658b4c233034","tag":"Salah: Istikhara","count":17}],"createdOn":"2025-06-23T03:19:30.486Z"}