Too often we get hot and bothered about some little inconvenience only to ignore the great injustices in plain view. Grant us a sense of humor, the capacity to lighten up. Laughter energizes our lives and lightens our circumstances. To our sense of touch, add a sense of responsibility. Let each of us feel the burden of accountability.
Life comes with a duty to strive to do good for others.
Make us take seriously that obligation. To our sense of smell, add a sense of calm. When fears and worry threaten to overwhelm us, grant to us the capacity to inhale deeply and be filled with the peace and tranquility of your presence. And, Lord God, simply make us more sensitive to others. Sharpen our ears that we might hear the cares and concerns of others and that we might not thoughtlessly trample on the feelings of others.