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20-Hour Course Outline: Overcoming Addiction and Reclaiming Your Life
Course Overview: This 20-hour course is designed to guide individuals through the emotional, psychological, and behavioral aspects of addiction and recovery. It combines evidence-based practices with personal reflection and holistic wellness tools to support lasting transformation.
MODULE 1: Understanding Addiction (2 hours)
- What is addiction? (chemical, behavioral, emotional)
- The science of addiction: brain chemistry and dopamine
- Common misconceptions and myths
- Addiction as a coping mechanism
- Reflection: Identifying your own patterns
MODULE 2: The Root Causes (2 hours)
- Trauma and unresolved emotional wounds
- Childhood experiences and family dynamics
- Societal and environmental influences
- Understanding triggers
- Journaling exercise: Tracing the root
MODULE 3: Mindfulness & Self-Awareness (2 hours)
- Becoming the observer of your thoughts
- Introduction to mindfulness meditation
- Breathwork and grounding practices
- The power of pause: responding vs. reacting
- Daily awareness worksheet
MODULE 4: Rewiring the Brain (2 hours)
- Neuroplasticity and habit change
- Building new reward systems
- Healthy routines and structure
- Managing cravings and urges
- Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT basics)
MODULE 5: Emotional Regulation & Healing (2 hours)
- Naming and feeling emotions safely
- Techniques for emotional processing (EFT, somatic release)
- Practicing self-compassion
- Dealing with shame and guilt
- Guided journaling: Emotional honesty
MODULE 6: Relationships & Boundaries (2 hours)
- Codependency and enmeshment
- Communicating your needs
- Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries
- Rebuilding trust with others
- Role-play: Saying “no” with confidence
MODULE 7: Lifestyle Shifts & Holistic Wellness (2 hours)
- Nutrition and addiction recovery
- Sleep, exercise, and nervous system balance
- Creative expression and hobbies
- Spiritual practices for inner peace
- Creating a personal wellness plan
MODULE 8: Building Resilience & Long-Term Recovery (2 hours)
- Relapse prevention strategies
- Identifying high-risk situations
- Accountability and support systems
- Celebrating progress, not perfection
- Visualization: Future you
MODULE 9: Purpose & Identity Beyond Addiction (2 hours)
- Rediscovering your values and passions
- Creating a vision for your life
- Contribution and service as healing
- Reinventing your story
- Capstone project: Letter to your future self
BONUS MODULE: Resources & Support Tools (2 hours)
- Apps and books for recovery
- Creating a daily practice
- Emergency coping strategies
- When to seek professional help
- Final Q&A / Community Circle
Outcome: By the end of this course, participants will have a foundational understanding of addiction, tools for healing and growth, and a personalized recovery action plan to move forward with clarity and confidence.





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