u/Horror_Strategy8059

I am a new revert to Islam. To be completely honest, I am currently finding it very difficult to establish and maintain the habit of praying 5 times a day. It is quite a big adjustment for me, and I often struggle with the consistency.

Aside from that, I have a few questions regarding prayer and supplication (Du'a) that I hope you could help me understand:

1. When is the best time for prayer? Since I am struggling with the 5 daily prayers, when are the most blessed or recommended times throughout the day to make personal prayers/Du'a to Allah?
2. Can I tell others about my prayers? If I pray or make Du'a for a specific thing, is it okay to share that with my family or friends? Or is it better to keep my prayers strictly private between me and Allah?
3. Power in numbers? I heard that the more people there are praying together for something, the more likely the prayer is to be accepted and fulfilled. Is this true in Islam?

I would truly appreciate any advice on how to overcome the struggle of praying 5 times a day, as well as answers to my questions.

JazakAllah Khair!