Are you looking for ways to enhance your prayer life? In episode 25 of the Of Sound Mind and Spirit podcast, guest Barb Szyszkiewicz, author of “The Handy Little Guide to Prayer” offered some valuable insights and techniques to enhance your prayer life.

Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode:
1️⃣ Embrace the Power of Quiet Prayer: While praying in song can be uplifting, don’t underestimate the transformative power of quiet prayer. Take time to be still, listen, and connect with the divine.
2️⃣ Explore Different Prayer Methods: Don’t be afraid to try new prayer methods or immerse yourself in the Word of God. Reading the Bible and experimenting with different prayer techniques can open doors to deeper spiritual experiences.
3️⃣ What if you Don’t Feel Like Praying: Even when you don’t feel like it, just do it. Maybe try a different method of prayer and try to combine it with something else you’re doing to take off the pressure the moment.

Books by Barb Szyszkiewicz
- The Handy Little Guide to Prayer
- The Handy Little Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours
- Simply Faithful: My Catholic Prayer Journal (Sacred Heart)
- Simply Faithful: My Catholic Prayer Journal (Our Lady of Lourdes)
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Learn More about Prayer
To learn more about prayer, we invite you to listen to this episode of the podcast. We discuss different methods of prayer, including the Liturgy of the Hours and the Rosary, and the significance of communal worship in fostering a sense of belonging and connection.

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