Habits of Hope: Cultivating a Deeper Life with God

33. Eight Easy Tips to Focus in Prayer that Make a Big Difference

• Ginger Harrington • Season 1 • Episode 33

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Part 2 of the Prayer Focus Series

Feeling distracted every time you try to pray? You’re not alone—and the good news is, you can train your mind and heart to focus more deeply. In this episode of Habits of Hope, we’re sharing 8 practical and powerful strategies to help you stay focused in prayer—even when your mind wanders or your day feels chaotic.

From deep breathing to journaling, movement-based prayer to Scripture meditation, you’ll discover new tools to bring your attention back to God and build a more consistent, Spirit-led prayer life. Whether you struggle with distractions, fatigue, or simply want to go deeper in your walk with God, this episode is full of helpful habits that make a real difference.

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🌿 Habit of Hope: Keep on praying. Engage in a variety of prayers to cultivate a prayerful life (Ephesians 6:18).


🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Why distraction in prayer is normal—and how to overcome it with grace.
  • How deep breathing can center your thoughts and calm your nervous system.
  • Why praying out loud can increase clarity and focus.
  • The surprising benefits of writing down your prayers and using Scripture as a guide.
  • How to incorporate movement, like prayer walking, into your spiritual routine.
  • Creative ways to pray with a partner or spouse that build connection and consistency.
  • What neuroscience and Scripture reveal about how we train our brains to focus.
  • How to approach your prayer life with freedom, not perfection.


📌 Memorable Quotes

“Prayer is about presence, not perfection.” – Ginger Harrington
“You may feel unfocused now, but you can grow in this area—and that gives me hope.” – Larissa Traquair
“God invites us into a praying life, not just prayer time.” – Ginger Harrington
“Writing down answered prayers always fills me with hope and inspires me to pray even more.” – Larissa Traquair


🎧 Why You’ll Love This Episode

If you’ve ever found yourself drifting off during prayer, getting stuck in a swirl of thoughts, or struggling to stay engaged spiritually, thi

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