Exposure to New Influences

One may assume that a sister from back home has not been exposed to liberal ideas. Today, this cannot be guaranteed. Social media exists everywhere. However, even if she has not been heavily exposed, it is difficult to predict how she will react if she later encounters those ideas in a different environment. This uncertainty should also be considered. Finances One observation I have made is that sisters from back home may be better at handling finances and living with less. Many sisters raised in the West are more accustomed to higher levels of comfort and consumption. However this also depends alot on her family's financial situation regardless of location. Citizenship and Immigration This is one of the most important considerations. If the spouses have different citizenships, many complications may arise, including: > Visa applications. > Immigration procedures. > Delays in relocation. > Difficulties bringing a spouse into a country. > Travel restrictions. > Increased financial costs. > Complications regarding future hijrah plans. These practical matters should not be ignored. Final Thoughts In my opinion, the categories themselves are very broad. There are exceptions in every direction, especially in our current time. However, I generally believe that people are often more compatible with those who grew up in environments similar to their own. Shared experiences, shared understanding, and similar expectations can often make marriage easier to navigate. At the same time, every individual must be judged as an individual. Ultimately, both options contain strengths and weaknesses, and Allāh is the One who grants success and makes affairs easy. [end quote] https://t.me/Menzbenefits/444