to keep an attitude of dependence on and a mind continually in communication with God. The Greek word for pray used in that verse is proseuchomai means to come toward God with worship and supplication (earnestly and humbly ask for/beg). So praying without ceasing or continually focusing on, worshipping, and asking of God moves you towards or closer to God. From personal experience, when I am focused on God and worshipping His character and taking my worries to Him, it causes a shift from my troubles to Him. My love to all! -w
