As the internet becomes more prevalent in our lives, help me adapt to the changes it brings. Standing in awe of pictures and maps received on my screen from around the world let me not forget to actually go outside. Guide me to discern which e-mail is important, which to delete, and which furthers peace and harmony on the planet. Oh Angel of Patience, Help me clean up my typos and slow my fingers as I fire off a potentially hurtful message. When I stare at a full inbox, remind me what Rabbi Tarfon said in tractate Avot of the Talmud: “It is not incumbent upon you to complete the task but neither are you free to desist from it.” Grant me the wisdom to know a computer cannot replace a real hug and of course, bless all those who read this.

Source – Spiritual Directors International newsletter