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Empowerment | DiscernmentThe Serenity Prayer in quadrant form helps manage emotions and behaviors by categorizing situations into four boxes: Fulfillment (action & control), Avoidance (no action & control), Frustration (action & no control), and Acceptance (no action & no control). By identifying whether you have control over a situation and deciding on the appropriate action, you can navigate feelings of empowerment, apathy, frustration, or peace. This practical tool encourages proactive steps, recognizing control, and focusing on acceptance to foster a more balanced and fulfilling life. Read More… 2024/06/01 12:00 AM Filed in:
Empowerment | DiscernmentThe Serenity Prayer asks for acceptance of what's unchangeable, courage to change what we can, and wisdom to tell the difference. The original short version emphasizes these themes. A modern adaptation modifies the language to focus on personal responsibility and navigating a world with limited time. It shifts from a passive request for serenity to an active pursuit of understanding what can be improved and where to put one's efforts best. It also refines accepting what can't be changed to acknowledge the role of time constraints. This adaptation is seen as more than just a wording update but a reflection of the challenges we face today, promoting personal empowerment, strategic action, and a peaceful acceptance of what time won't allow us to change. Read More…