A young mom found herself scrolling through her phone while nursing her infant. She checked emails and browsed social media. But the Lord convicted her of wasting time. Now she redeems this time and prays for her daughter, her husband and others.

We all have unspoken for spaces of time, but our radar is not always tuned to them. Once the mom recognized her moment, she snagged it and used it to pray while still meeting her child’s needs (and we moms are good at multi-tasking). But I’ve heard too many moms say they don’t have time in their pressing schedule to pray. If you are one of these women, grab a few of these unlikely moments listed below for prayer.

In the carpool line. I don’t know how many total hours I’ve spent (wasted) in the carpool line, but it’s a more then I’d like to know. However, this waiting line is a great place to turn off the radio, put down the phone and pray for the school, its staff and your kids.

At the doctor’s office. Who hasn’t endured a long wait in an uncomfortable chair? Doctor’s offices should trigger prayers for healing or thanksgiving to God for good medical reports.

In your office. If you are a working girl, close the door to your office or turn your chair away from the flow of traffic. Take a few minutes to pray over your day and the people you will connect with.

On the ride home from work. Transitions are hard on parents and kids. Use the time in the car to talk to God. Ask for strength to face the kids and all the work waiting you at home. Allow God to work in you a servant heart at home.

When you are fixing your hair or makeup. Ask God to help you shine wherever you are going. If it’s a bad hair day, remind yourself of who you are in Christ. Post some scriptures on your mirror to remind you of these truths (see Colossians 3:12, Psalm 139:14, Ephesians 1:3).

At the playground. As you watch your child run around or dig in the sandbox, pray for protection. Thank God for safe neighborhoods.

When you are in a tense moment. Sometimes contentious moments require space. Separate yourself from the situation by finding a vacant room to cool off and talk to God. (Hey, even restroom stalls work in a pinch!)

Any moment or any place can prompt prayer. Train yourself to think and act prayerfully. When you find yourself in those contentious situations or unspoken for moments, pray. You’ll be surprised how God can use even the briefest of prayers to change a situation or heart.

What is your go-to place to steal away and pray?