This 2025 I’m trying to lower my alcohol intake. And while that’s a good thing, one not so good thing that this has been leading into is a rut of just not being social. I find most Saturday nights I’ve been on my couch but that is no way to live. There is still so many things you can fill your Saturday nights if your planning on skipping the booze and going sober, so these are some of things I’ve been leaning towards and have on my to do list for those nights I’m staying sober.
Bowling
I went bowling the other night and I forgot how fun it was! Whether you’re there to have fun, or with a group that likes to get competitive it’s a blast. Me and my friends always seem to get far too competitive for a friendly bowling game but hey. It’s still fun.
Movies
I feel like I’m always waiting around for things to come out on Netflix and Disney+ so I never actually go to the theatre to watch things, but going to the movies will really step up your movie night. It gets you off the couch and out of the house but you can keep your sweat suit and still just chill – the best of both worlds.
Go Karting
Something you definitely could not do under the influence. I rarely go go karting but when I do it’s the best time. Me and my friends love to race around the track and time ourselves (we’re a competitive group).
Axe Throwing
I’ve actually never been axe throwing but this is on my list to do this year. I mean it seems like the perfect anger release and next time I’ve had a bad week instead of releasing my stress through a couple of beers, I’ll opt to throw an axe at a wall, sounds good right?
Night time Snowboarding
A lot of local North Shore mountains offer a night time ski rate so it’s more affordable to go at night. It’s also beautiful, if you go up to Grouse mountain you can take in Downtown Vancouver shining city lights from up above and at the same time, take in the mountain fresh air.
Don’t let your sober living stop you from having a good night, there’s a world of fun out there waiting to be had and the best part is you get to skip the hangover the next day and wake up feeling good!