If the goal is to realize the Supreme Being, you should become egoless. That requires self-effort. The sadhak should work hard. He should pray sincerely for the removal of the negative tendencies. This prayer is not to achieve anything or to fulfill any desires. It is to go beyond all achievements. It is to transcend all desires.
Children, not a grain of the food we eat is made purely by our own effort. What comes to us in the form of food is the work of others, the bounty of Nature and God's compassion. Even if we haves of dollars, we still need food to satisfy our hunger. Can we eat dollars? Therefore, never eat anything without first praying with humility.
Keep a constant awareness and a conscious effort to say good words, perform good actions, and to practice patience and compassion.
No one becomes pure and selfless overnight; it involves time and concentrated effort, coupled with tremendous patience and love.
Progress can be slow and gradual. Continue putting in effort with patience, enthusiasm and faith.