Help me to be a better listener when someone is talking. Let me resist the urge to fix things unless they ask for help. Help me support people on their terms whenever it's an option.
Grant me the strength to deal with struggling animals as they age. Help me provide the care they need. Let me find patience as they complicate my life.
Help me to not look in the other direction when something might be wrong. Let me find a peaceful way to solve the situation. Help me to stand up for a victim when no one else will.
Help me to show compassion when I talk about difficult subjects. Let me be respectful to everyone involved in the situation. Help me to be an advocate for those who need it.
Help me to learn everything I can from past mistakes. Let me turn the pain into something positive. Help me to be compassionate when I’m not the only one hurt by my mistake.
Let me have the courage to show strangers compassion. Help me to not make assumptions based on my privilege. Let me find a way to share what I can that feels right to me.
Help me remember to speak kindly to my loved ones. Let me not take their lengthy presence in my life for granted. Help me to never stop building them up with my love.
Help me to reach out to and include newcomers. Let me resist the urge to isolate or insulate myself. Help me to show others how great my new friend is.
Let me see more opportunities to show compassion. Help me be more aware of the people struggling around me. Let me provide aide without expectation of reward or recognition.
Help me to be more attentive when people aren't feeling their best. Let me balance respecting their space and showing concern. Help me remember that a moment of compassion can mean a lot to someone struggling.