A prayer before work
Today I found this prayer in an old issue of Spirituality & Health (May/June 2008), accompanying an article by Susan Baller-Shepard, “Blessing Your Workspace.”
Holy One, I come to work today, and this is what I offer: Me. Here. In this place.
Use this life of mine for a higher cause, a greater good. If this is not a place that is good for me or for the world, then help me to move on from this work.
May this be a place of transformation. May I learn the lessons here that I am to learn. May I convey hope or healing to those I encounter today in person, on the phone, or via e-mail.
If there is chaos or a problem here today, may I listen deeply, beyond the din of that noise.
If there are politics played out, please help me to act wisely. May I keep my ego in check. May I be generous and compassionate.
Amen.
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