Forgive me, Father, for I am so far from perfect. Like the prodigal son, I have wasted so much of Your knowledge on trivial pursuits, and have often caused pain to others. Lord, I beg that You help me realize when I cause harm to others so that I can quickly apologize for my misdeeds. Help me carefully choose the words that I say so that others will be comforted rather than angered by my speech. Amen.