In the spiritual life, we go through up periods and down periods.

We must continue our spiritual disciplines, even in the dark times.

If we are losing hope and faith, it is ok to lessen the amount of spiritual discipline, if that lightens the load.

And, of course, we can focus on physical disciplines that don't test the mind's belief.

Volunteer work for others is not something that the mind can doubt. If we go to a soup kitchen and hand a meal to a poor person, the mind cannot doubt that experience.

So, doing concrete spiritual things in a time of doubt can help.

Specific spiritual disciplines may help or may not help. So, switching disciplines can help, but it will not necessarily help.

In dark times, it is always advisable to go through the entirety of life. Make sure the physical health is intact. Take up exercises, that helps clear the mind.

Take up a spiritual artistic pursuit, like learning to play the sitar. That also directs the mind.

Go through one's life and one's actions and may sure one's karma is safe. If you are not engaged in an occupation which is one of directed service toward God or toward the poor, maybe now is a time to consider switching careers.

The main obstacle to spiritual experiences is often karma. The more we can clear up the obstructions caused by our actions, the better success we will have.

Don't give up hope. Hang in there.

Take care.