Sacred as in…a way to connect to the undefinable, numinous, part of me that is pure sensation, pure experience. Yes, there are other (low and high-vibe) ways to attain this state—but as humans have known since the dawn of civilization, one other use for alcohol is to get there fast. Like, in the 90 minutes LCD Soundsystem are on stage. If (and it’s still an “if”) I choose to keep alcohol in my life at all going forward, it will be solely for…dancing under the stars to my favorite music. Warrington supports it with ample research and expert insights, crafting a sober-curious handbook intentionally written to help Substance abuse everyone lead a more fulfilling life. Now, if you’re worried that you are one of the 17 million U.S. adults who are alcohol dependent, and alcohol is causing you stress or harm, seek medical advice.
What is a sober-curious lifestyle?
With my million-download Sober Curious podcast, I speak to all kinds of folks about their relationships to booze, as well as how to navigate life as a non-drinker in a world that loves to get wasted. During the latter years of high school and the early ones of college, I remember impatiently counting down the months, days, (and if I’m being honest… seconds) until I turned 21. All around me, at dinners, meals out with family, and even watching SATC make Cosmos look cool, I looked on as people sipped charmingly from coupes and gracefully from glasses. Drinking, it seemed, was the sober curious epitome of elegance—and it was a natural milestone that would confirm my emergence into adulthood. You can also join the Sober Curious Book private Facebook group to connect with thousands of individuals who are actively reevaluating their relationship to alcohol in a safe, non-judgmental space moderated by Ruby.
The Difference Between Sober Curious and Sobriety
- Booze was (is) everywhere, not to mention it being a highly addictive (in fact the most addictive) drug.
- Mocktails are a good option for parties or relaxing at home.
- Ruby Warrington, the British author and journalist who introduced the term “Sober Curious,” once had a regular relationship with alcohol several times a week, enjoying the nightlife of bars and clubs on weekends.
A testament to the popularity of the movement is the damage it has wreaked on Japan’s economy — leaving policymakers wondering whether they should encourage people to drink. Enjoy features only possible in digital – start reading right away, carry your library with you, adjust the font, create shareable notes and highlights, and more. In my capacity as an editor and “book doula,” I assist individuals in every step of the publishing process—from helping concept and structure their ideas, to writing their book proposal, to editing their complete manuscript. I also work with emerging authors to self-publish with Numinous Books.
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- It’s a consistency among books in this round-up that I’m 100 percent here for—a mix of memoir and self-help.
- Ruby’s 2018 book, Sober Curious, was an illuminating conversation starter that asked you to consider, “Would life be better without alcohol?
- Being sober curious can lead to an “increased awareness” of drinking patterns and how alcohol makes you feel, she said.
- And stepping deeper onto my spiritual path over the following months and years, I began to question the nature of the “high” that I (we?) got from alcohol.
- Drinking, it seemed, was the epitome of elegance—and it was a natural milestone that would confirm my emergence into adulthood.
People are much more open to talking about their anxiety and depression, and to getting help than they were five or six years ago. Until then, alcohol had been a default bandaid for a lot of mental health issues. Some have criticized the “sober curious” movement as a “trend” that overlooks the often difficult, complex process of recovery, and it’s a valid argument. If you’re interested in exploring a “sober curious” lifestyle, creating a plan and a support network are helpful first steps. But sober curiosity doesn’t work for everyone, especially for those with alcohol use disorder.
- What does it mean to be out in the adult world without my parents’ guidance?
- Short term or not, sober curiosity can still promote mindful drinking habits and lasting lifestyle changes.
- This classic book in the sober-curious cannon takes a comprehensive approach to addressing the many varied relationships people can have with alcohol.
Unlike sobriety, being sober curious can include drinking on occasion. The sneak peek into the life of sobriety that the lockdown afforded people across generations, prompted many to re-evaluate their relationship with alcohol. “The lockdown was a period of self-reflection, which gave people time to think about their own alcohol use. In other words, the sober-curious movement weaves the notion of mindfulness into the culture of boozing. Before the pandemic, I’d meet people who didn’t drink either because it didn’t agree with their ethical beliefs and religious upbringing, or, occasionally, due to bad experiences with alcohol.
