Tanya for the 26th of Tevet

When the feelings of love and awe of Hashem don't seem to generate, these are times when it is possible to generate these emotions cognitively, through contemplation. Although these premeditated emotional responses may be less passionate or feel less natural, they are considered valuable and can even enhance your Torah and Mitzvot. This can be another way that one may fulfill the Mitzvah of love for Hashem.