Grant me the Serenity to accept Â
the things I cannot change Â
The Courage to change the things I can Â
And the Wisdom to know the difference Â
Often when the serenity IS granted you resist it, even though you have demonstrated courage and changed the things you can. Ponder the question, “Am I so addicted to the chaos, drama and confusion that I cannot accept the serenity, when it is granted?†The Big Book (pg. 417) of AA says “…acceptance is the answer to all my problems today…†This includes the acceptance of Serenity; for it is grace…the unmerited favor of God…the bestowal of blessings. The good news is what we resist persists; therefore, serenity is always available. You just have to lean into it and accept it.