It can be a long process, so do not give into discouragement when it results are slow to come. Asking God for the grace of perseverence in this task will be helpful. Faith is not something forced upon us, but a free response of a person to God's presence and love.
Rituals are part of human existence.
They are never empty actions in themselves, but they convey something special to us. Before driving a car safely, we go through an entire ritual. We adjust the seat, the steering wheel and the mirrors. Some families have ritual meals or celebrations on special holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, St. Patrick's Day and the Fourth of July. Rituals are also important for our spiritual life.