{"id":103217,"date":"2026-02-27T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=103217"},"modified":"2026-02-27T13:50:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T11:50:09","slug":"lent-sloth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/lent-sloth\/","title":{"rendered":"Lent Is Your Oppurtunity to Conquer Sloth\u2014Here\u2019s How"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.742857142857%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Lent is our chance to purify our souls in many ways, and it&rsquo;s about much more than just giving up certain foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a good time to <strong>rid ourselves of sin<\/strong> in preparation for Easter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re struggling with sloth in your daily life, use this Lent to fight your bad habits. Intentionally step out of your comfort zone and make room for Christ in your heart!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some practical and doable ways to <strong>fight sloth<\/strong> and feel closer to God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Attend Church Daily<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-94670\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church.jpg\" alt=\"god woman\" class=\"wp-image-94670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"god woman\" class=\"wp-image-94670 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/woman-god-church-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the most powerful ways to combat sloth is simply showing up &ndash; every day, if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Going to church doesn&rsquo;t just have to be limited to attending Sunday mass. During Lent, choose to immerse yourself in community and God&rsquo;s Word regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might be a short visit to pray alone and light a candle, but it will help <strong>keep your faith alive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you attend daily, you&rsquo;re making a conscious choice not to fall into spiritual laziness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, you avoid doomscrolling and sitting aimlessly at home, and instead choose to <strong>spend your time wisely<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s very easy to get distracted, so work on your consistency. It&rsquo;s not something you&rsquo;ll do forever, so I&rsquo;m sure it&rsquo;s possible to hold yourself accountable for the duration of Lent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each visit will strengthen your spirit and keep sloth at bay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Kneel for Daily Prayers<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-101669\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-101669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4.jpg 875w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20875%20584'%3E%3Crect%20width='875'%20height='584'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-101669 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4.jpg 875w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rosary-prayer-4-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kneeling is a posture of humility and reverence. During Lent, make it a habit to kneel for your daily prayers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s an act that helps you focus and shows your <strong>devotion to God<\/strong>. It also shows that you recognize you&rsquo;re in the presence of the Almighty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn&rsquo;t let you <strong>rush through prayers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you&rsquo;re determined to fight sloth during this period, take a moment each day to kneel, focus, and genuinely pray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This act of humility can deepen your relationship with Christ, and defeat spiritual neglect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Be Disciplined About Your Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-103204\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray.jpg\" alt=\"heart woman\" class=\"wp-image-103204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"heart woman\" class=\"wp-image-103204 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heart-pray-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sloth creeps in when our days are unstructured. During Lent, creating a daily routine focused on prayer and good habits makes all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicate specific times for prayer or reading Scripture. Write it in your planner, set alarms; whatever works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consistency<\/strong> is all that matters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you stick to a routine, it <strong>keeps you grounded<\/strong> even on hard days when you don&rsquo;t feel like coming through.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The discipline keeps sloth at bay and trains your mind to prioritize God, making laziness much less appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, faith starts to feel like a more natural, integrated part of your life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Pray the Divine Office<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-95277\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus.jpg\" alt=\"preghiera\" class=\"wp-image-95277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"preghiera\" class=\"wp-image-95277 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/prayer-focus-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Praying the Divine Office (Liturgy of the Hours) is an ancient tradition that allows you to <strong>feel connected<\/strong> through prayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a way to sanctify your entire day with psalms and hymns. During Lent, committing to this prayer can be transformative!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It keeps you <strong>focused and grounded<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, it&rsquo;s a prayer that lasts seven hours, hence the name, but it&rsquo;s enough that you take parts of it and do morning and evening prayers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its spiritual rhythm keeps sloth away because you&rsquo;re constantly working on being closer to God.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Give Up Screentime and Idleness<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-101146\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-101146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2.jpg 939w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"626\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20939%20626'%3E%3Crect%20width='939'%20height='626'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-101146 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2.jpg 939w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/women-messages-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sloth thrives when you waste time and brain cells doomscrolling when you should be doing other stuff.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During Lent, consider either giving up or limiting screen time, online shopping, etc. These habits often distract us from our real lives and God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, replace that time with <strong>being present<\/strong> with family, reading Scripture, or spending time in nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does this help you fight laziness, but it also <strong>frees your mind<\/strong> for more meaningful things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever you&rsquo;re tempted to pick up your phone, pause and say a short prayer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This small sacrifice can lead to a big spiritual breakthrough, helping you focus on things that aren&rsquo;t so fleeting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. 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It makes your actions <strong>more intentional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you catch yourself rushing through things, remember to slow down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multi-tasking is a habit that affects your patience and ability to focus. This means your work, creativity, and prayers are all scattered and surface-level deep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing to slow down and do one thing at a time is much more rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. 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Without it, you might easily slip back into complacency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to establish <strong>a form of &ldquo;punishment&rdquo;<\/strong> for failing to fulfill your daily goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of it as doing the dishes; if you allow them to pile up today, you&rsquo;re doubling the work you must do tomorrow. This can be applied to your Lent prayers, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you miss a day, simply <strong>pray double<\/strong> the next. This honest approach <strong>keeps you motivated<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It keeps sloth away because you&rsquo;ll make yourself stick to the plan every day to avoid these consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, you can slip up from time to time, but make sure to make it up. Don&rsquo;t give in to shame; turn that into a moment of humility and new resolve.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lent is our chance to purify our souls in many ways, and it&rsquo;s about much more than just giving up certain foods. 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