The Serenity Prayer

God, grant me the serenity
To accept the things I cannot change,
The courage to change the things I can,
And the wisdom to know the difference.
Although the author of the Serenity Prayer may be in doubt, these words are a central part of 12-step programs and have helped countless souls dealing with grief, addiction, abuse, stress and all manner of frustration and disappointment. It’s gotten me through some rough patches in my own life, and it comes to mind again as I consider how to live a greener and more responsible life.
Accepting the things I cannot change is no small matter.
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