Unpacking the Serenity Prayer: Courage and Change in Recovery
Episode Overview
The Serenity Prayer evolves with your recovery journey. Courage is central to making meaningful changes. Acceptance involves acknowledging what's beyond control. Gratitude should be an active practice, not just a feeling. Advocacy can drive positive change in recovery services.
Courage is the main word in the whole thing. It should be called the Courage Prayer.
If you're curious about how the Serenity Prayer fits into the daily grind of recovery, then RAW Recovery Podcast's episode titled 'The Serenity Prayer (The Daily Trudge)' is worth a listen. Host Dion takes you on a journey through the layers of this well-known prayer, offering a fresh perspective on its role in recovery. He combines light-hearted anecdotes with deep reflections, making this episode both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Dion shares his experiences, from running sound at church to advocating for better recovery services in Colorado. His candid approach invites you to consider how the Serenity Prayer evolves with your journey in sobriety. He challenges you to see courage as the key component of the prayer, encouraging action and self-change. The episode touches on the importance of acceptance and discernment, urging you to focus your energy wisely.
Dion's raw honesty about his struggles and triumphs provides a relatable narrative for anyone in recovery or supporting someone who is. With a sprinkle of humour and genuine empathy, Dion navigates the complexities of recovery with ease. He emphasises that gratitude isn't just a passive feeling but an active practice that can lead to meaningful change.
So, whether you're new to recovery or have been trudging along for years, this episode offers valuable insights into the Serenity Prayer's impact on life and sobriety. Tune in for a mix of laughter, learning, and heartfelt discussion.