Introduction

📖 Your Journey to Freedom Begins Here

🎯 Lesson Objectives

By the end of this introductory session, you will:

• Understand the purpose and structure of this recovery course.
• Establish a consistent study rhythm and personal reflection plan.
• Prepare emotionally, spiritually, and practically to engage fully in the recovery process.
• Set intentions for transformation—not just behavior change, but heart change.

🧠 Quote

“Recovery is not about willpower. It’s about truth, grace, and the courage to change your life.”

📖 Scripture

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
— Romans 12:2 (NIV)

✍️ Getting Started: Prepare Your Recovery Space

Before diving into Lesson 1, take time to prepare your heart and environment thoughtfully:

🕰 1. Set a Regular Study Time

Recovery thrives on consistency. Choose 2–3 times each week (or daily if you prefer) to engage with this material. Use a calendar, alarm, or app reminder to protect your recovery space like an appointment with your future self.

📓 2. Designate a Recovery Journal

Use a dedicated notebook, digital journal, or printed workbook to process thoughts, complete exercises, and reflect on insights. You’ll look back on these pages as a record of your growth.

💡 3. Commit to Vulnerability & Honesty

This journey will challenge your beliefs, confront your shame, and require emotional honesty. Healing begins with truth—and every moment of reflection matters more than perfection.

🙏 4. Invite God into Your Process

Whether you pray, meditate, or reflect quietly, make space to invite divine help. You’re not walking alone. This is a spiritual journey of renewal, not just a behavior adjustment.

🧠 5. Know Your Why

Before beginning Lesson 1, write a short paragraph answering this question:

“Why am I here?”
What do you hope to change, heal, or restore through this course? Keep this “why” visible for tough days.

🛠 Supplies You’ll Need

• Your Recovery Journal
• A Bible or Bible app
• A quiet, distraction-free space
• Optional: a trusted friend, mentor, or recovery partner

❤️ Final Encouragement

You may feel ashamed, stuck, or unsure—but showing up is already a victory.
This is a safe, spiritual, and structured space to begin again.
You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be willing.

Let’s begin.