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

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.

(The full, longer text of the prayer can be found in reference.)