The Serenity Prayer is one I'm very grateful for.It short, but covers so much.Before I came to AA, I knew of the Serenity Prayer, but I didn't really understand or used it like I use it now. God Grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change.
I use to skip this part all together.Because now, I understand I didn't accept anything, unless it was in my favor of course.Once I started to understand what Powerlessness was and accepted being Powerless, this part became easier to practice. Courage to change the things I can
I use to think I could change things by trying to manipulate, push, shove, yell, etc...This part is the meat for me.I basically can't change anything, but me.(I'm powerless over people, places and things)Another acceptance. And the Wisdom to know the difference.
I usually smile when I pray this part, because I sometimes need reminding of the first two sentences of this prayer.Practice, practice practice. I'd love to hear/read your ES&H in using the Serenity Prayer if anyone's up for it.
