A Canadian vlogger, Rosie Gabrielle came to Pakistan a year ago with just her bike and a sense of curiosity about the country.
Rosie Travelled to many regions of Pakistan such as Gwadar, Lahore, Multan, Swat, and Beyond.
Rosie Gabrielle wrote on her Instagram account;
“This last year was one of the hardest in my life, and all life’s challenges have led me to this point here and now. From a young child, I’ve always had a unique connection with the creation and a special relationship with God. My path was far from easy and I carried a lot of anger in my heart from a lifetime of pain, always begging God, why me? Until ultimately coming to the conclusion that all is meant to be, and even my suffering is a gift,”
Canadian solo traveler Rosie Gabrielle, who spent a notable amount of time in Pakistan last year has announced that she has converted to Islam.
Taking to Instagram, Gabrielle shared what led her to this big decision.
“This last year was one of the hardest in my life, and all life’s challenges have led me to this point here and now. From a young child, I’ve always had a unique connection with the creation and a special relationship with God. My path was far from easy and I carried a lot of anger in my heart from a lifetime of pain, always begging God, why me? Until ultimately coming to the conclusion that all is meant to be, and even my suffering is a gift,” she wrote.
“Never resonating with what I was brought up with, I denounced my religion 4 years ago, going down a deep path of spiritual discovery. Exploration of self, and the great Divine. I never let go of the sight of the Creator, in fact, my curiosity and connection only grew stronger. Now no longer dictated by fear, I was able to fully explore this righteous path.”
Rosie Gabrielle added;
“I wanted peace in my heart, forgiveness and the most profound connection with all. And thus started my journey. The universe brought me to Pakistan, not only to challenge myself to let go of the last remaining traces of pain and ego but also to show me the way. Through kindness and humbled grace of the people I met along my pilgrimage, inspired my heart to seek further,”
She also shared how traveling through Muslim countries for the last decade has shown her how Islam is a religion of peace. However, Rosie feels like it is one of the most misinterpreted in the world.
Rosie concluded;
“Like all religions, there are many interpretations. But, the core of it, the true meaning of Islam, is PEACE, LOVE, and ONENESS. It’s not a religion, but a way of life. The life of humanity, humility, and Love. For me, I was already technically a “Muslim”. My shahada was basically a re-dedication of my life to the path of Oneness, connection and Peace through the devotion of God.”
An Interview with Images.dawn.com, She had mentioned doing her part in changing the stereotypes attached to the Muslim world.
“After my series in Oman went viral, I saw what a difference my videos could make especially for the Muslim community on an international level. This really inspired me to want to come to Pakistan because I knew what a negative view the media has on the country, and I wanted to change that.”
