Christians sometimes think you need to conquer the senses in order to pray, but it is far more efficient to first give the body the attention it begs for and deserves. St. Teresa of Avila, writing centuries ago on the art of prayer, said that it was important to be comfortable when you pray.

Suzanne Guthrie in Praying the Hours by Suzanne Guthrie

 

To Practice This Thought:
Don't punish yourself physically when you pray.

 

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