Having a hard time keeping up with salah

Assalamu alaikum, I'm a 19-year-old sister, a second-gen immigrant in Australia, and my family is Muslim. I believe in Allah and feel my iman is strong, but I've been finding it tough to stay regular with my prayers, even though I really want to be consistent. I know it's about self-discipline, but even when I push myself, I manage to pray all five for a week or two, then slowly I start missing them. I'm a bit embarrassed because I've probably only prayed a handful of times in the past couple of months, and I want to improve. I understand this is a test, but can anyone offer advice on how to be more steady and disciplined in my salah?

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sister1h

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Sis, I feel you so much. I'm also 19 and struggle with the same thing. What helps me is just making wudu even when I don't feel like it, and suddenly it's easier to pray. May Allah make it easy for us.

sister1h

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You're not alone, habibti. I've been there. Remember, the fact that you're worried about it is a sign of iman. Keep repenting and trying, Allah loves those who strive.

sister1h

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Start small, don't pressure yourself for perfection. Just focus on one prayer, like Fajr, consistently, and build from there. Allah sees your effort.

sister45m

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Can relate so much. I keep a little journal where I tick off each prayer, it's weirdly satisfying. And when I miss one, I don't spiral, just make it up and keep going.

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