Not feeling remorse in one's heart after making taubah

Q: When I commit a sin, I seek forgiveness but I struggle to feel emotions of regret in my heart. Is it okay if I force my self to be regretful and does hating the sin qualify as remorse?

A: As long as you perceive a mental remorse then this is sufficient.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)