Originally Posted by
SpaceDementia 
I haven't done this in a while, and I should start again, but I would meditate (which to me is like praying). I would sit cross-legged on this little rug that I have, light a few candles, burn some incense, and think. Though most people probably don't get that elaborate.
I do this too... meditate with the candles and incense. I even went as far as to purchase a special cushion and mat to sit on recently. Very calming. I don't consider it praying though as I'm not trying to communicate with a HP. I'm just trying to gain some peace and insight.