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A Prayer for Self Examination

Lord, grant me the graceto sincerely examine myselfto see if there are any areas of insincerity or duplicity in my life,whether there is any contradiction between what I think and believe on the one hand,and what I say and do on the other.

Accept, without complaint, any and every inconvenience experienced today, in gratitude to God for the peace he provides.

Be honest at all times.

Honesty invites honesty. Without fail, you will recognize the honesty and integrity of others as they see it in you. The extent of control you have over this day only goes as far as setting the tone for your behavior toward others and yourself.

Doughnuts

As you travel through life,let this be your goal:‘ Keep your eye on the doughnutand not on the hole ‘. – George A. Kmiecik, Aurora High School Graduation Speach, 1976(dad passed away today)

Learn to do good. If I have betrayed someone’s confidence, asking forgiveness is only the beginning. Re-establishing a relationship of mutual trust will require transparency, humble service, and many small acts of kindness on my part. Similarly, it takes time to replace patterns of self-indulgence with habits of compassion and justice

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Dear Lord, help me to become detached from from my pride and egoism and from all that gets in the way of a deeper adherence to your will.

Lord, grant me the simplicity and docility I need to be docile to your will and your inspirations today and always. Help me to find my happiness in fulfilling your will. Help me to overcome the temptations that come to lead me away from your will. I trust in you and the power of your …

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