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Marriage is not a “finally I found a finished product” moment. It is two imperfect humans growing, stretching, and sometimes struggling side by side. That part of the conversation really stayed with us. The obsession with finding a perfect spouse sounds comforting, but if we are honest, it is one of the most misleading ideas out there… and probably the fastest way to stay stuck.

This is exactly why we named the episode Bad Marriage Advice Keeping You Single. So many of the beliefs we carry about love and marriage sound wise, yet they quietly sabotage us. Some of them we grew up hearing. Others we constantly see on social media. All of them deserve a much closer look.

Huge thank you to for such a thoughtful and eye opening discussion.

Full interview on YouTube and all podcast platforms 🤍 Links in bio

What is some bad marriage advice you've heard before?

Sometimes you don’t realize how much you’ve grown until you pause and look back.
If you’re single and thinking about marriage, especially something big like relocating, it can feel exciting and terrifying at the same time. Most of us (including me) go in with good intentions, lots of duas, and not nearly enough clarity.

Doing this work, talking to so many single Muslims, and having these conversations has taught me how much easier things could be when you ask the right questions before making life-changing decisions.

If you or someone you care about is considering relocating for marriage, this episode might interest you 🌍💍

🎙️ Diary of a Matchmaker is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Links in our bio

Most people don’t realize this, but parenting isn’t a conversation you start after the Nikah, it’s one you need to have before 👀Because finding out later that your spouse believes hitting children isn't that bad is not the kind of surprise you want after marriage 😬

We had such a refreshing conversation with about the second most important talk to have before marriage, and it’s one every single Muslim needs to hear.

Catch the full episode on Diary of a Matchmaker. Link to the podcast is in bio.

Have you thought about what kind of parent you want to be before getting married? 👇

Sometimes, it’s not commitment issues. It’s your nervous system trying to protect you. 💭 For many single Muslims, the search for a spouse isn’t just about compatibility, it’s about emotional safety. Premarital counseling isn’t about finding flaws; it’s about noticing patterns, healing triggers, and realizing what feels familiar isn’t always healthy.

Huge thanks to therapist for joining us on Diary of a Matchmaker and shedding light on the kind of self-awareness we all need before marriage. 💛

Catch the full episode for insights that might just change how you approach compatibility. 🎧 Links in bio.