Music is one of my favorite and, in my opinion, the most underrated form of prayer. I personally am a very traditional Catholic and it took me a while to open up to the idea of contemporary music in the church. However, once I began to listen I realized a different aspect I hadn't before. Music has plenty of great things, to begin with, but the beautiful thing is that it essentially does the job for you - it can invoke inspiration and feeling when you've hit that brick wall in your prayer life.

Or any aspect of your life!

Sometimes when I'm having a hard time concentrating or hearing God's voice, I'll use praise and worship music to enhance my prayer. It's also helpful in everyday activities as a way to remind me he's with me if I listen in the car or have it on as background music.

Aside from that, it can be helpful for when you're having a bad day or need a distraction because you don't have to think too much about it. For example, I'll listen more often if I'm having bad anxiety and it's comforting. There are plenty of options and playlists to choose from that fit you and what connects you to your faith the best. I compiled a few of my personal favorites that never fail to lift my mood when I'm having a rough time.