Distraction happens to everyone, so don’t let it shame you out of praying. The goal isn’t a perfect prayer, but a present heart. Start by naming the distraction. If your mind keeps drifting to a task, write it down and return to prayer. If a worry keeps interrupting, turn it into a request. Your distraction can become the agenda with God. Create a simple structure that gently keeps you on track: begin with praise, move to confession, offer thanks, and then present requests. Keep your Bible and a notepad within reach so you can capture thoughts without derailing your time. Use short resets when attention slips: take a deep breath; whisper a breath prayer like, “Lord, have mercy,” on the exhale; read one verse slowly and turn it into a sentence prayer. Try praying out loud to engage your senses, or pray while walking to channel restless energy. Minimize external noise where possible. Silence notifications, set a short timer (five–ten minutes), and let that boundary free you from clock-watching. If you’re in a demanding season, distribute prayer through the day in two- or three-minute moments. God welcomes both the long retreat and the quick check?in. When you finish, jot one takeaway: a promise, an impression, or a person to follow up with. Over time, these small anchors train your attention and build confidence. Distractions will come—but they don’t have to win.