7 Tips For Surviving Dry January

If you’re attempting a Dry January detox after a wine-soaked holiday season, you’re in good company. Millions of people across the globe celebrate the 30-day sobriety challenge every year — but that doesn’t mean it’s easy.

We live in a society centered around booze. Whether you’re sober curious or just trying to challenge yourself to build new habits, there will be days when you want to throw in the towel.

But committing to Dry January will be worth it, we promise! Make 2022 your best year yet with these 7 tips for surviving Dry January:

1. Plan ahead and be prepared.

When it comes to making any big changes in your life, it’s important to be prepared for the challenges you will face. If you’re a regular drinker and committing to new habits in Dry January, then you will want to prepare by getting rid of alcohol or storing it away for now and stocking up on non-alcoholic options, which can help stave off cravings.

2. Share your goals.

Don’t go it alone — share your goal of going dry for the month and surround yourself with people who will help you feel confident, positive, and motivated to finish the month strong. By making your goals public to friends and family you also open up a channel of communication and support from them that’s invaluable.

3. Track your progress.

Even if your goal isn’t a totally sober January, but instead just to drink less, there are things you can do to make achieving that goal easier.

First, figure out a way to track your drinking. You could use an app, keep a drinking journal, or carry a drinking tracker card in your wallet. It’s also smart to use your calendar and mark off the number of days you’ve gone without a drink. Keeping track can be a good motivational tool and reminder of what you’re working toward.

4. Celebrate small victories.

As you go through the month, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with how much further you still have to go. When that’s the case, try focusing on the small victories you’ve already accomplished, like a week without drinking or surviving your first social gathering without taking a sip. The best way to celebrate yourself? With a glass of Grüvi Dry Secco!

5. Be kind to yourself.

So, you’ve made your resolution to stop drinking. You’ve written it down and told your friends. But, two weeks into January you have a beer. Uh oh, you blew it, right?

No. It’s not the end of the world. While it’s great to hold ourselves to a high standard, it’s also important to show ourselves grace and stay positive — we can always start again tomorrow.

In fact, just cutting back is better than nothing at all. The point to remember is that you need to bounce back. So, if you have a drink, don’t keep drinking for the rest of the month. Take things in stride and recommit to your original resolution.

6. Plan for urges

You’ve made a plan for Dry January, but it may not always be easy to stick to it. Plan for the inevitability of an urge to drink at some point and know which actions you’ll take to overcome it.

There are simple strategies to employ when an urge strikes that can help such as a quick change of scenery. If you’re inside, go outdoors. If you’re with friends, take some alone time.

However, sometimes it feels like nothing can quench your thirst like a beer. When that’s the case, reach for a Grüvi IPA, which has the flavor you love without the booze.

7. Reflect regularly.

Making the commitment to Dry January is a big accomplishment. When you go an entire month without drinking, you are likely going to notice some positive changes in your mental and physical health.

To keep your motivation high, reflect regularly on how you’re feeling and make a note of the impact your commitment is having on your everyday life.

Going sober is difficult for many, but it’s almost always worth the effort. Order a case of Grüvi today and get a headstart on your New Years’ resolutions!