90 Days 

The 90-day benchmark is not an arbitrary number; it is essential for freedom. That’s the period it takes to re-learn the joy and satisfaction of self-mastery and freedom. Most men consider the 90-day period of purification a manly challenge, something that may have been missing in their lives for a long time.

In addition, researchers have found that it takes about 90 days – the length of many rehabilitation models, including AA – for the brain to “reset” itself. Interestingly enough, people in recovery have known this saying forever “90 meetings in 90 days” because when the brain is engaged in a habit for 90 days it becomes easier to do. After Exodus 90, what was once difficult and a challenge, becomes a new way of life.

Prayer

Asceticism

We cannot say “yes” to God until we have said “no” to the world and its comforts. During Exodus 90, you will return to the Church’s ancient (and largely lost) tradition of asceticism. Here’s the regimen:

• cold showers
• no alcohol
• no desserts & sweets
• no eating between meals
• no soda or sweetened drinks
• no television or movies or televised sports (without permission from the fraternity)
• only listen to music that lifts the soul to God
• only use computer for work, school, essential tasks
• only use mobile device for essential communications (delete unnecessary apps)
• regular and intense daily exercise
• no major material purchases (without permission from the fraternity)
• at least seven hours of sleep each night

Brotherhood

Exodus 90 is not a self-help program. You’ll invite 5-7 men to journey with you, and where possible, your priest will serve as your spiritual director. These meetings are an opportunity for men to give a self-report for accountability, to receive encouragement from the brotherhood, and wisdom from the spiritual director. There’s no better way to re-awaken your diocese, parish, or men’s group in these dark times that call for prayer, penance, and renewed trust.