Reflection

“Don’t blame yourself for other people’s choices, including their choice of unhappiness.”
–Doreen Virtue

Prayer

Spirit of freedom,

You loved us enough to give us the freedom of will. Help us to love others the same and to remember that, though we wish them the best and will always support them, their choices are ultimately theirs to make. Deliver us thereby from undue guilt, as we nonetheless pray and hope for true happiness come to families and friends, patients and colleagues. And may our own choices this day at least make room for your happy blessings to be shared with all those we encounter. Amen.

Call to Action

Whose decisions am I feeling responsible for that I shouldn’t? Take time to ponder this thought and release myself from the undue burden of other people’s choices.