There’s a false narrative floating around the alcohol-free culture; “it’s boring,” or “I won’t be able to socialize the same.” When in reality, the majority of nondrinkers enjoy the weekends even more sans-booze! (Think about it, no Sunday scaries, money saved, and more time to be productive!)
For the alcohol-free or sober curious the weekends are filled with everything that those who drink regularly do- just without the booze. We enjoy cozy movie nights in, fancy dinner dates and fun boozeless brunches with our gal pals. The only difference is, we’re now available for early morning hikes, spin classes and at-home projects.
The truth is, when you stop drinking, you get to know yourself better. You figure out quickly what your really enjoy; perhaps you’re more introverted than you thought, or you prefer a good book on a Friday night over a crowded bar. The possibilities for the weekend are truly endless because you aren’t tied down to activities that only involve drinking. You have extra time to not only unwind and relax, but practice self-care and explore new hobbies.
If you’re new to the booze-free crew try a few of the following suggestions to fill up your weekends while you rediscover yourself:
* Attend restaurants and bars that serve non-alcoholic options so that you feel “part of” (call ahead or check their online menu if you aren’t sure)
* Schedule early morning movement and get those endorphins flowing to start your day off on a positive and productive note
* Connect with other alcohol-free peeps through sober Instagram and find new friends near you
* Stock up on fun, non-alcoholic drinks to make mocktails or experiment with at home
* Plan fun days/nights at home with friends that revolve around things you all love to do- crafting, vision boarding, a book club, a sports team, hiking...
If you want some extra support, try out the Reframe App (https://www.joinreframe.com). For full disclosure, I’m one of the co-founders. Reframe guides the casual drinker through their cut back/sobriety journey through 10 minute daily exercises, community support, coaching, and progress tracking
For the alcohol-free or sober curious the weekends are filled with everything that those who drink regularly do- just without the booze. We enjoy cozy movie nights in, fancy dinner dates and fun boozeless brunches with our gal pals. The only difference is, we’re now available for early morning hikes, spin classes and at-home projects.
The truth is, when you stop drinking, you get to know yourself better. You figure out quickly what your really enjoy; perhaps you’re more introverted than you thought, or you prefer a good book on a Friday night over a crowded bar. The possibilities for the weekend are truly endless because you aren’t tied down to activities that only involve drinking. You have extra time to not only unwind and relax, but practice self-care and explore new hobbies.
If you’re new to the booze-free crew try a few of the following suggestions to fill up your weekends while you rediscover yourself:
* Attend restaurants and bars that serve non-alcoholic options so that you feel “part of” (call ahead or check their online menu if you aren’t sure)
* Schedule early morning movement and get those endorphins flowing to start your day off on a positive and productive note
* Connect with other alcohol-free peeps through sober Instagram and find new friends near you
* Stock up on fun, non-alcoholic drinks to make mocktails or experiment with at home
* Plan fun days/nights at home with friends that revolve around things you all love to do- crafting, vision boarding, a book club, a sports team, hiking...
If you want some extra support, try out the Reframe App (https://www.joinreframe.com). For full disclosure, I’m one of the co-founders. Reframe guides the casual drinker through their cut back/sobriety journey through 10 minute daily exercises, community support, coaching, and progress tracking