God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,Courage to change the things I can,And wisdom to know the difference.
While many people only know the first three lines, the prayer has a much longer version that expands on themes of living in the present and spiritual surrender. SERENITY PRAYER
(The full, longer text of the prayer can be found in reference.) God, grant me the serenity to accept the
The Serenity Prayer is one of the most famous petitions in the world, widely known for its role in 12-step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous . While it is often associated with addiction recovery, its roots lie in 20th-century American theology, and its themes of acceptance and wisdom have made it a universal tool for mental health and stress management. 📜 Full Text of the Prayer While it is often associated with addiction recovery,