The Weight of Expectations: Navigating Social Pressures During Ramadan Aaliyah felt a knot of anxiety tighten in her stomach as she scrolled through social media, seeing picture-perfect iftar spreads and flawlessly decorated homes. Across town, Zainab braced herself for the inevitable questions about her marital status at the community iftar. And in a quiet corner of her home, Khadija silently struggled with the pressure to host elaborate gatherings while managing a demanding job. For Aaliyah, Zainab, Khadija, and countless others, Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, but it can also be a period of intense social pressure. It’s a delicate dance between fulfilling religious obligations and navigating the expectations…