The Practice of Surrender

A prayer I say multiple times a day…

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. 

This is a reminder to me to focus on the things I can control and surrender the rest. 

I will often write a list when I am feeling overwhelmed or anxious;

On one side of the paper writing “what’s in my control,” and on the other side “what’s out of my control.” 

The things that are out of my control are the “God column” and I go through and pray for each thing on that list. Asking God for guidance, strength and acceptance.