Over Pesach at my grandparents’, I read parts of Tuesday at Dawn by Ruth Attias, a short collection of the teachings of Rebbetzin Kanievsky a”h. The rebbetzin was known to advise people in need of a yeshuah to add a new tefillah to their daily line-up.
Well, I’m in need of a yeshuah.
Since high school and seminary, when daily davening was mostly a non-struggle, I’ve gone through periods when it was easier or harder for me to get up in the morning in time for a complete shacharis. In the past weeks, between my job change and my new alarm clock, it’s gotten much easier. I’ve also been able to daven mincha consistently; even during the winter months, I’m home before shekiyah.
So over Pesach, I started davening ma’ariv. I’m trying to make it a regular part of my nightly routine. Davening in the late evening when the house is quiet and I’m unwinding before bed is so peaceful. Motzoei Shabbos ma’ariv is especially beautiful. Sometimes I have to give myself a push when I’m tired, but overall it’s gotten easier.
I wanted to share in case this is a helpful suggestion for anyone.
May your tefillos be answered l’tova.
