I am faced with a decision. I prayed Istikhara and was sure of the particular decision. All of a sudden, I am starting to have anxiety. How do I know what it is I should do?

· 9 Rajab 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 1101English

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I am faced with a decision. I prayed Istikhara and was sure of the particular decision. All of a sudden, I am starting to have anxiety. How do I know what it is I should do?

Answer

You should also make Mashwarah (consult) with somebody suitable.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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