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I left my career to follow my husband's posting abroad, and now I feel lost. Is this feeling normal?

Very normal; you have lost your job, friends and routine all at once, and that is a big change. Many who follow a spouse posted abroad go through the same feelings. Name what you miss most, whether your own income, feeling valued or people to talk to, because each one has a way to replace it. Ask about opportunities to study, work online or volunteer that your residence permit status allows. Tell your husband frankly what you need, for example: ‘I need one day a week for myself.’ Build a new routine that gives meaning. If the emptiness persists, see a counsellor. See mental health.
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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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