In this discussion, psychiatrist Samaiya Mushtaq shares her poignant journey through love, divorce, and remarriage, revealing her struggle to meet emotional needs within an idealized relationship. She confronts feelings of shame and loneliness when choosing to leave her marriage, ultimately finding self-affirmation and personal growth. The conversation extends to navigating love in the Muslim community post-divorce, the complexities of online dating with shared values, and the emotional resilience required to couple duty with love during crises, such as her partner's humanitarian work in Gaza.
