The Paradoxical Rules of Prayer

cited from "The Path of Prayer" by Sophy Burnham

You receive what you want when you aren't thinking about it anymore.

You receive your prayer when you surrender utterly to the Absolute, accepting whatever comes.

You receive your prayer if it is unselfish, and for the highest good of everyone concerned
(fear not: that includes yourself).

 

You receive your desire if the prayer encourages harmony, love, joy, laughter, and well-being.

The more you notice when you have received, and give thanks for it, the more will come to you.