The 21-day residential programme at Punarjjany is designed to transform how someone relates to addiction, family, and themselves. But what does a typical day actually look like? This guide walks you through what happens during those 21 transformative days.

Week 1: Assessment, Detoxification & Foundation

Focus: Medical and psychological assessment, beginning physical detoxification, family orientation, establishing daily routines.

  • Days 1-2: Admission assessment with MBBS doctor, MD psychiatrist, clinical psychologist. Family orientation sessions. Sleep and dietary adjustments begin.
  • Days 3-7: Daily structure solidifies. Morning yoga and pranayama. Individual counselling sessions begin. Ayurvedic therapies (Dhara, Abhyangam) support nervous system. Group therapy introduces residents to each other. Family counselling with bystanders starts.

Week 2: Deep Work & Skill Building

Focus: Individual psychological work, understanding addiction roots, building new coping skills, deepening family healing.

  • Days 8-14: Intensive individual counselling with clinical psychologist. Group therapy addressing triggers and coping strategies. Continued Ayurvedic therapies. Family sessions rebuilding communication. Community living (cooking, daily activities together) normalizes recovery. Psychoeducation classes on addiction neurobiology.

By Week 2: Many residents report improved sleep, reduced anxiety, and meaningful conversations with their family member. The body is healing, and emotional patterns are beginning to shift.

Week 3: Integration & Discharge Planning

Focus: Relapse prevention strategies, discharge planning, establishing 12-month follow-up support structure.

  • Days 15-21: Relapse prevention coaching with clinical psychologist. Identifying high-risk situations and strategies to navigate them. Final family sessions focused on post-discharge life. Resident and bystander co-create a recovery plan for home. Introduction to alumni community and 12-month support structure.

A Typical Day at Punarjjany

6:00-6:30 AM: Wake-up, fresh air, morning routines

6:30-7:30 AM: Yoga & pranayama (breathing practice)

7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast, communal meal preparation

8:30-9:00 AM: Ayurvedic therapy (Abhyangam, Dhara, or other)

9:00-12:00 PM: Individual counselling, group therapy sessions, or psychoeducation

12:00-1:30 PM: Lunch & rest

1:30-3:00 PM: Community activities, outdoor time, reflection

3:00-5:00 PM: Family counselling (scheduled on specific days), group sessions, creative activities

5:00-6:00 PM: Dinner & community time

6:00-8:00 PM: Evening activities, meditation, personal reflection

8:00 PM onwards: Quiet time, sleep routines

Why 21 Days?

Research shows 21 days allows:

  • Physical withdrawal symptoms to stabilize
  • New daily routines to take root
  • Psychological work to begin deep change
  • Family relationships to show meaningful healing
  • Confidence for discharge planning

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Punarjjany's 21-day programme has helped over 20,000 residents and family members. Your transformation awaits.

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