Dry January exists so you can start the year clear-headed and aware of your habits. It’s a month of going alcohol-free, with accountability partners across the world doing it at the same time.
By giving up drinking for an extended period of time, some people even choose to commit to a California Sober lifestyle beyond January’s 31 days.
Regardless of your intentions for the new year, learn all about Dry January and why committing this year could be the right choice for you.
Why People Are Choosing to Ditch Alcohol
How many times have you said “I’m never drinking again” just to do it all over again the next weekend? Many people are realizing that following through with the commitment not to drink is a challenge in and of itself. Choosing to give up alcohol is a test of willpower and mental strength.
Despite an awful hangover that could disrupt your gut microbiome and esophagus (if you’re the vomiting type) alcohol can cause you to have a pretty awful night of sleep. Even if the body is tricked into feeling relaxed, once metabolized, alcohol interferes with sleep quality, causing a night of fragmented rest.
If you’ve built up a tolerance for alcohol, you’re likely spending a lot of money on a single night out. In cities like New York, the average cocktail runs anywhere from $18-20 each. All the money you save on staying in or indulging in cannabis instead can go into a savings account and pay for your next vacation (in just a few months!)
What is California Sober?
California Sobriety is a popular lifestyle choice that involves fully abstaining from alcohol while still indulging in psychedelic substances like cannabis. Many consumers consider it a more mindful, harmless alternative that supports their creativity, relaxation, pleasure, and overall well-being.
With the recent popularity of Dry January, we’ve noticed that some friends and colleagues have decided to adopt a California sober lifestyle long-term.
Dry January Tips
Think about how you consume alcohol. Once you determine your consumption habits, you can come up with a few solutions to cope with removing alcohol from the equation.
Are you someone who enjoys a few glasses of wine with dinner? If so, try keeping the ritual by pouring a glass of non-alcoholic wine or a cannabis-enhanced beverage into a wine glass.
Are you a lone wolf who drinks a cocktail while watching tv or reading a book? To keep the material captivating as you wind down from a long day, try swapping that drink for a Smokiez Fruit Chew and a cold glass of water or fizzy seltzer.
Are you a social drinker who meets up with friends at bars or clubs for trivia or game nights? Try hosting an alcohol-free evening instead. Incorporate finger foods for big games, go potluck style, or nosh on takeout with plenty of cannabis drinks to uplift everyone’s vibe.
Benefits of Choosing Cannabis Over Alcohol
Cannabis offers a flexible, dose-controllable experience that alcohol simply doesn’t. Your experience with cannabis should be free of word slurring, blacking out, and saying/doing things you regret the next morning, while still offering you the ability to unwind, relax, and have a little fun.
Consume cannabis mindfully, so you’re not simply replacing one vice with another. Start with a low dose and only increase when the effects are no longer serving you.
If you’re looking for clean, reliable cannabis products in your area, find a Smokiez retailer near you here. To shop hemp-derived products, shipping directly to doorsteps nationwide, check out our open-market website.
Dry January exists so you can start the year clear-headed and aware of your habits. It’s a month of going alcohol-free, with accountability partners across the world doing it at the same time.
By giving up drinking for an extended period of time, some people even choose to commit to a California Sober lifestyle beyond January’s 31 days.
Regardless of your intentions for the new year, learn all about Dry January and why committing this year could be the right choice for you.
