Flourish Health & Wellbeing Magazine May 25 - Flipbook - Page 26
What does ‘Sober Curious’ mean?
The Sober Curious movement is about
rethinking your rela琀椀onship with alcohol.
Unlike sobriety, it doesn’t mean qui琀�ng
drinking completely—it’s about being
more mindful and choosing what works
best for you.
This movement is:
• Challenging drinking culture
and norms – It ques琀椀ons the idea
that alcohol needs to be central
to socialising.
• Improving individual health and
wellbeing – People are realising
that alcohol a昀昀ects sleep, mood,
and energy levels.
• Suppor琀椀ng long-term, sustainable
drinking habits – It’s not about strict
rules, but making choices that align
with personal goals.
By being more inten琀椀onal about
drinking, some people cut back,
while others take breaks or even quit
en琀椀rely—but the choice is theirs.
What does a ‘Sober Curious’ lifestyle
look like?
A sober curious lifestyle looks di昀昀erent for
everyone. Some common approaches include:
• Taking alcohol-free breaks – Some people
do month-long challenges like Dry July,
Febfast, or Ocsober. These can help reset
drinking habits and highlight the benefits of
cutting back.
• Alcohol-free days – Others choose to have set
days during the week where they don’t drink.
• Drinking less at social events – Even in
situations where alcohol is expected (like
weddings, birthdays, or work functions),
sober curious individuals might choose to
drink less—or not at all.
• Prioritising activities that don’t revolve around
drinking – Fitness, outdoor adventures,
creative hobbies, and social events without
alcohol are all gaining popularity.
The key idea? It’s about crea琀椀ng healthier
drinking habits that 昀椀t your lifestyle and goals.
