Ccou Lecture Notes

Lesson Description: Life transitions are common to everyone. In reality, these new beginnings are tough. In this lesson, Dr. Ron Hawkins assists caregivers by giving practical guidance in dealing with the foundational issues of attempting a fresh start. Utilizing a simple formula, this video provides useful information designed to resolve the many issues surrounding new beginnings.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify foundational issues for directing fresh starts.

2. Discover the sourcing needed for a fresh start.

3. Identify the types and motives of care seekers.

4. Clarify the elements and issues involved in new beginnings.

Introduction:

New beginnings are prevalent in our society and can be found in many areas of life, from New Year’s resolutions to a decision to overcome a particular sin. No matter the issue, people are often searching for a way to start over in some aspect of life. This lesson will discuss the counselor’s role as caregiver in directing others to a dramatic and healthy fresh start.

I. Foundational Issues for Directing Fresh Starts

A. Caregiver

1. Embodies (I Corinthians 13)

2. Embodies truth/wisdom

3. Embodies

4. Embodies faith

B. Care Seeker

1. Differing characteristics of the care seeker

a. Optimistic

b. Pessimistic

2. Differing motivations of the care seeker

a. Humility (I Kings 3—Solomon)

b.

c. Rehearsal

3. Sourcing need for fresh start

a. Self

i. Something about myself that is causing this

ii. Ready to embrace change

b. Others

i. Complaints and concerns about others

ii. Potential for engaging a fresh start is...