When we are totally at peace, the world appears beautiful and we move through it with grace and ease. In serenity, we have moved beyond peace into a place of great softness where our presence brings comfort and tranquillity to others. A serene nature is one where the ruffles of life are no more than gentle breezes: they come, they caress our lives, and they leave. A serene person will not feel bothered by the ups and downs in the drama of life, by the changes in the elements, or by the moods of people. Serenity means that I ask no questions, but simply observe, remaining in my stage of sweet detachment, yet all the while knowing what to say and when to say it. Serenity comes from wisdom and experience. A serene and wise person has such breadth of understanding that nothing seems to be a surprise, yet there is that knowingness of how all things have their time and their place. When we are serene, then if others feel upset or disturbed, we flow with their feelings, allowing them to find a more comfortable space, but do not lose our own inner stability and silence. It is not often that one would call nature serene. Nature is peaceful, violent, wild, and beautiful at different times, but it is human nature that has the quality of serenity. It is human nature that has the ability to adapt, to grow and become mature, and to see the whole course of events and watch the game of life from a distance. In serenity, one knows oneself. One is the observer, but at the same time, centered in the original nature and religion of the self, of peace. Serene people have a particular quality of being able to be around anybody, without ruffling their feathers. They can walk into a room full of people and not create any waves. They can settle amongst one or a hundred souls and allow others to feel completely safe and at ease in their presence. With inner serenity, others know that you are a good person to be around, they instinctively understand that you won’t become easily upset and that you will watch situations and know how to handle them. Serene people are a real blessing because, in a way, they have stepped away from the little issues of life and place importance on the value of individuals instead. Brahma Kumaris
