The Dry January® challenge blog

Read stories, tips for the month, alcohol-free reviews and lots more!

3 weeks alcohol-free - what's happening in your body?

At 3 weeks alcohol-free you're likely to have seen some brilliant benefits - but what's going on under the surface?

3 weeks alcohol-free - what's happening in your body?

At 3 weeks alcohol-free you're likely to have seen some brilliant benefits - but what's going on under the surface?
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“Drinking should be a conscious choice, not a default setting”

Elly Blake | June 2025 | 8 minutes

Deputy News Editor at the Daily Mail, Elly Blake, took part in Sober Spring with Alcohol Change UK this year.
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Sober Spring Week 14: What does lasting change look like?

Millie Gooch | June 2025 | 10 minutes

Our Ambassador and founder of the Sober Girl Society, Millie Gooch, wraps up Sober Spring for us this year!
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My alcohol moderation story

Tom Smart | June 2025 | 10 minutes

Tom Smart is the co-founder of Bristol-based kombucha start-up, Counter Culture Drinks.
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Leah’s story: “Sobriety gave me back my mornings, my relationships, and my self-respect”

June 2025 | 11 minutes

After many nights out with heavy drinking, the Covid-19 lockdown propelled Leah into unhealthy drinking habits.
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Which goal is right for my drinking type?

June 2025 | 13 minutes

Approaching the end of an alcohol-free challenge, such as the Dry January® challenge or Try Dry® Anytime, is a huge achievement.
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Hugh's story: "I have learnt that I can do things I thought were impossible several months ago"

June 2025 | 11 minutes

In this blog, Hugh tells his story about his lockdown drinking, and how using the Try Dry® app helped him cut down.
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5 tips to keep motivation high when you’re alcohol free

Ellen Woods from Sobriety Sisterhood | June 2025 | 11 minutes

Ellen is a lifestyle coach who’s passionate about helping people improve their wellbeing.
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Sober Spring Week 12: Reasons why we might romanticise drinking and how to stay on track

Mandy Manners | June 2025 | 11 minutes

Mandy Manners is an Alcohol Change UK Ambassador, author and recovery coach.
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Sober Spring Week 11: How to enjoy life and have fun without drinking

Michael Singh | May 2025 | 13 minutes

Michael Singh is an Alcohol Change UK Ambassador, project manager and alcohol-free advocate.
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Being healthy doesn't mean you're not a hedonist

Camille Vidal | May 2025 | 10 minutes

So often, being rock n' roll goes hand in hand with boozing.
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Low cost and free hobbies for your dry challenge

May 2025 | 12 minutes

Many of our alcohol-free challenge alumni tell us that they have a lot more time on their hands since cutting out the booze.
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Three key questions about alcohol and emotions

Lester Morse | May 2025 | 12 minutes

If you struggle to manage your thoughts and emotions and experience high levels of stress, alcohol can feel like a massive relief.