OK first, a Very Brief Note about hijabs: the term usually describes the headscarf that some Muslim women wear, but it can also refer to the covering of a woman's hands, chest, and feet. Also, men have their own versions of a hijab. Wearing a hijab is an obligation in Islam,
but whether or not a Muslim person decides to adhere by it, well, that ain't yo' business. Some Muslim women wear a hijab, some Muslim women get weekly blow-outs and flip their hair all over the place.
With great hijab comes great responsibility - and a tons of uncomfortable situations and misconceptions. And yes, there is a difference between genuine curiosity and obnoxious ignorance. I encourage the former.
1. "Do you shower with it on?"
Ah, classic. I don't understand why people assume the hijab is glued to our heads or something. I promise it comes off. And not only when we shower.
2. "You're so lucky you don't have bad hair days."
This is true. At least to the public. But I'd just like to point out that bad hijab days exist, too. And even when you're having a supposedly "good" hijab day, the wind always manages to mess shit up for you.
3. "Can I see your hair?"
Would I be wearing this if you could see my hair? Sit down, child. (Women, kids, and male family members are the only exception.)
4. "Oh your friend is Muslim? So why doesn't she wear the headscarf too?"
Maybe because that's a personal decision she has made and it's meant to stay between her and God? Also, how does this answer affect your life in any way? Keep scrolling.
5. "Does your dad make you wear the headscarf?"
Funny story: I remember when I first told my parents I wanted to put on the hijab. They both thought I was joking and walked away (but, of course, they're always super proud of me). So to answer your question, go back and read no. 4.
6. "Do you get hot in the summer?"
No. Never. The minute you put on the hijab, you are no longer a mammal.
OF COURSE IT GETS HOT. Hijab is all about da struggle. It's not meant to be easy.
7. "At least in winter you don't have to worry about wearing a hat."
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