Help me to be a good steward to future generations. Let me find ways to improve the opportunities of those that will come after. Help me to minimize the long term consequences of my lifestyle.
Help me to find value in who I am. Let me not tie my self worth to some arbitrary construct. Help me see who I really am so I can improve something about myself if I don't like it.
Help me to treasure memories and not items. Let me fill my life with enriching experiences first, and material objects later. Help me to be conscious of my purchases, and not be too materialistic.
Help me to not feel smothered by the people I care about. Let me see the good intentions behind their love. Help me to better set boundaries for them so they don't overwhelm me.
Give me the courage to tell people what they need to hear. Help me be careful to not hurt people's feelings with the truth. Let me be understanding when someone is honest with me about something I don't want to hear.
Help me to have an accurate memory of the past. Let me resist the urge to flatter my ego through my memories. Help me to see the mistakes I've made so I can learn from them and not repeat them.
Help me to be careful when my good news may hurt others. Help me to be aware of my friends' losses and struggles that still hurt them. Let me find creative ways to share that don't alienate people.
Help me to be patient with my material desires. Let my interests not be limited only to current trends. Help me to spend my money on products that will outlast their cost.
Help me to not clutter my life with insignificant trinkets. Let me only hold on to things I value and not hold on to every single thing I encounter. Help me hold on to the things I truly appreciate.
Help me to be a more eloquent speaker. Help me to choose my words carefully and confidently so I can best make my point. Let me speak clearly so that there is no confusion about what I am trying to say.
Help me to listen to what other people tell me. Please keep me from only hearing the parts I want to hear. Help me to be a good listener that others enjoy talking to.
Help me to not lose my cool with animals. Let me remember what I want and expect from them usually is the opposite of their nature. Help me find clever methods when I need to convince animals to follow my directions.
Help me to be more patient with animals. Let me better notice their behavior cues and what they imply. Help me to not be frustrated as I attempt to identify their needs.
Help me to wait my turn even when it feels like the end of the world. Let me trust in others to complete their responsibilities. Help me to be patient waiting for whatever needs to align for my needs.
Help me to understand others better. Give me the patience to figure out what other people are about before I judge them. Help me to learn what I can whether a situation is to my benefit or theirs.
Help me to not make decisions impulsively. Let me find time to do my own research before jumping to conclusions or shopping impetuously. Help me to collect myself and make my decision over the longest period of time I am able.
Help me to be patient when I know someone is struggling. Help me to not take the things they say personally. Let me find a way to help them feel better, or at least distract them.
Help me to not be frustrated by issues outside of my control. Help me let go of my tension and place my trust in others. Let me focus on the things I can do to impact the situation I'm in.
Help me to be patient when I'm forced to wait for a long period of time. Let me pass the time constructively and without complaint. Help me to distract others from their own delays.
Please help me keep my cool with those that stress me out. Let me find opportunities to cool down when my temperature rises. Help me to focus when my emotions distract me.