The Original Messages of Religion

[Ben Davis]

...imagine if it was superceded by a secular version?

Already exists:

Positive Reinforcement

Non-religious Meditation

There are quite a few ways to tap in to the benefits afforded by certain mental attitudes but they're maximally effective when combined with action. That's the difference-maker between religious prayer and secular approaches: the former distances you from action under the pretense of effect whilst the latter can drive you to action as a defined outcome.