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Why more and more people are giving up alcohol for Sober October
Sobriety is definitely having a moment in the sun – or, more accurately, in the lamplight of late-night internet searches and whispered conversations among close friends.
Sober October–or the concept of giving up alcohol for an entire month–has become increasingly popular in recent years as people are realising the many benefits that come with taking a break from drinking.
Many bars now offer mocktail options or even non-alcoholic wine and beer. Image Credit: Pexels
The idea of giving up alcohol for a month (or more) is not a new one, but it has recently become more popularised after the release of Ruby Warrington's book Sober Curious in 2018. Since then, sober curiosity has evolved into something of a movement, with more and more people wanting to try out life without booze to see how they feel. Of course, giving up alcohol entirely is a big commitment and not something that everyone is ready or willing to do. That's where something like Sober October comes in.
The Sober October challenge was technically started almost 10 years ago by the MacMillan Cancer Support Group in the United Kingdom as a way to raise funds for charity.
The past few years have seen a surge in popularity for movements like Dry July and Sober October, as more and more people decide to take a break from drinking alcohol. And it’s not just because we’re all health nuts now (although that is certainly part of it).
Whatever your reasons for wanting to try sobriety, there’s no better time to give it a go than during Sober October. This yearly event encourages people across the globe to ditch booze for an entire month – giving their livers (and maybe their waistlines) a much-needed break. While some might see this as a punishment rather than pleasure, we guarantee that there are plenty of benefits to be gained from going booze-free – even if it’s only for 31 days!
According to Healthline, by going sober for just one month, you’re likely to see at least a few benefits, like:
- more energy
- better sleep
- improved concentration
- lower cholesterol
- lower risk for cancer
- more control over your emotions
- less irritability and anxiety
- increased ability to fight off illness (particularly important when entering flu season and a potential who-knows-what-number wave of COVID-19)
- better skin
Not to mention you’ll save money! I think I might just try this, members. I’m not a particularly big drinker anyway but it will be nice to stick to it and see how I feel after a month!
Are you a regular participant in Dry July? And will you be trying Sober October?
