Performing salaat is the act of cleansing the soul; one should feel calm and at ease while performing salaat; one should feel the love and mercy of Allah azza wa jal being showered on them whilst he stands in prayer. You are talking to your Lord when you are praying. There is no stronger connection than the one between the Creator and His creation. Performing salaat calms the troubled mind, eases the worried heart, and relaxes the stressed soul. Performing salaat comforts you, relaxes you, refreshens you. Performing salaat is the most beautiful performance there is.