My first love, or "kekasih pertama" as we say in Indonesian, was a significant milestone in my life. It was a thrilling and nerve-wracking experience, full of ups and downs. But as a hijabi, I faced additional scrutiny and pressure from my family and community.
As a hijabi in the social media age, I often feel like I'm under a microscope. Every move I make, every relationship I enter into, is subject to scrutiny and judgment. It's exhausting and overwhelming, and it can feel like I'm losing myself in the process. My first love, or "kekasih pertama" as we