Sometimes our burdens seem more than we can bear, and we wonder how we can go on. David stands at this bleak intersection of life's road and points toward the Lord, the great burden-bearer. If you are bending under a burden and feel that you are about to fall, turn to God for help. He is ready to lift you up and bear your burden. Most of the psalms are prayers, and most of the prayers include praise to God.
Praise expresses admiration, appreciation, and thanks.
Praise in the book of Psalms is often directed to God, and just as often the praise is shared with others. Note also those times when the praise of God is shared with others, and they too are encouraged to praise him. These last five psalms overflow with praise. They show us where, why, and how to praise God. Praise takes our minds off our problems and shortcomings, and focuses them on God.