I don't recall where this came from (probably the same wise gradeschool IHM nun who said my priorities should be God, Family, Work, and then Self), but I have found this valuable in structuring mental prayer:
PART stands for (in order of priority):
Adoration
Thanksgiving
Reparation (examination of conscience and contrition)
Petition
A great practical resource for fleshing this out is Introduction to the Devout Life by St Francis de Sales (my Confirmation Saint), particularly Part II. We are using this book as study material in Teams of Our Lady right now. St Francis not only understands the depths of God's Love, but how easy it is for us to get distracted from seeking it.
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