Ep. 264 | The Hidden Reason Prayer Feels Hard

Ep. 264 | The Hidden Reason Prayer Feels Hard

From Little by Little by Called to More

March 12, 2026 · 13 min · Season 1 · Episode 264

About this episode

Fr Columba discusses the challenges of prayer and spiritual focus in a world of constant stimulation.

Do you find it harder than ever to focus, pray, or pursue the things that really matter? In this episode, Fr Columba explores how constant stimulation and “fast dopamine” habits like endless scrolling can quietly undermine our motivation, discipline, and spiritual life. He explains why the Christian life depends on learning to embrace slower, harder practices like prayer, perseverance, and meaningful relationships. When we step away from cheap rewards and begin to pursue what is truly good, our hearts regain the capacity for peace, purpose, and intimacy with God. 🔴 THIS SERIES Little by Little | Episode #264 Little by Little is a weekly video series by Called to More in collaboration with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. Our host, Fr Columba Jordan CFR, brings you quality Catholic content with new episodes every Thursday at 9pm GMT. Be sure to subscribe! 🔴 MEMBERSHIPS We couldn't create this series without our members. If you find these videos helpful or think they might help others, please consider becoming a member below. Members receive exclusive content. You can join us here: https://www.calledtomore.org/community Thank you, and welcome to the team! 🔴 WEBSITES For…

People in this episode

Host: Fr Columba Jordan CFR

Topics covered

  • prayer
  • spiritual life
  • motivation
  • discipline
  • Christian practices
  • relationships

Keywords

  • prayer
  • spirituality
  • motivation
  • discipline
  • Christian life
  • relationships
  • dopamine

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Called to More, Franciscan Friars of the Renewal

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