The 9 Keys of Starting Over
The Nine Keys are the heart of the Starting Over program. Each one reflects a part of the recovery journey and offers a doorway into spiritual growth, emotional honesty, and personal renewal. These reflections aren’t lessons or instructions—they’re invitations.
Whether you’re walking through the Starting Over guide for the first time or returning after completing the program, these reflections can support you at any stage. Read them in any order. Revisit what speaks to you. Let each one meet you exactly where you are today.
Key 1: Poverty
Letting go of what no longer serves you makes room for transformation. Poverty is where the path to freedom begins.
Key 2: Sadness
Sadness honors what was lost and opens the door to healing, helping you grieve the past without losing yourself to it.
Key 3: Humility
Humility quiets the ego, helping you reconnect with truth and grow without pretending you have it all together.
Key 4: Hunger
Hunger is the drive that pushes you forward. Channel your desire into purpose instead of self-destruction.
Key 5: Kindness
Kindness softens self-judgment and creates space for growth, allowing you to heal without shame.
Key 6: Sincerity
Sincerity calls you to live with integrity, depth, and honesty, not just perform recovery.
Key 7: Goodwill
Goodwill helps you reconnect through service. Healing deepens when you give back.
Key 8: Disconnect
Disconnect helps you create space from what drains you so you can protect your peace.
Key 9: Resolve
Resolve keeps you grounded and helps you protect the growth you've worked so hard to build.