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13 Alternatives to Prayer

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In this conversation we explore the topic of prayer from our different perspectives as an atheist and an ordained Catholic priest. We discuss what prayer is and why people pray, as well as the need for alternatives to prayer. We also got 13 alternatives to prayer that you can put into your spiritual practice today (hint- you might already be doing some of them!). The important thing here is the intentionality. And sometimes experimentation in finding a prayer practice that works for each individual can be a really rewarding way to deepen your faith and prayer practice. 

 

Takeaways

  • Prayer is a way to connect with something bigger than ourselves and can take many forms.
  • There are various reasons why someone might need or want alternatives to prayer, such as feeling disconnected from a previous prayer tradition or feeling like their current prayer practice has become stale.
  • Experimenting with different prayer alternatives can help individuals find a practice that resonates with them and brings them a sense of connection and peace.
  • Intentionality and consistency are key in developing a prayer practice, and it’s important to give new practices time to develop and evolve.
  • Changing up prayer practices can lead to new insights and experiences, and it’s beneficial to try different approaches to prayer, even if you already have a prayer practice that works for you.

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    Chapters

    (09:54) Reasons for Seeking Alternatives to Prayer

    (35:38) Experimenting with Prayer Practices

     

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