This book Vertically Challenged: the ups and downs of praying unlocks some of the common excuses people offer when it comes to prayer and praying e.g. "e;I don't how to how"e; and "e;I can't pray"e;. The author offers a smorgasbord of innovative prayer strategies drawing upon his own life experiences and others' stories.Praying has its ups and downs like using a yo-yo or riding a bike until you find your balance. And don't forget about the obstacles along the way.Just as there is a difference between knowing how to ride a bike and actually riding ... so too with prayer and praying.