Sober curious movements have sprung up across the world, as more and more young people stay alcohol-free longer, or reduce their alcohol use. Sober curious movements allow people to ‘experiment’ with making alcohol-free choices, write guest experts Megan Cook and Gabe Caluzzi. This encourages people to reflect on the role alcohol plays in their life.
But with the effects of pandemic lockdowns alcohol consumption practices have changed, including the places people consume and how people consume.
In this guest expert blog post, Megan and Gabe explore what COVID-19 lockdowns will mean for the sober curious movement. They reflect on insights and experiences shared during an innovative event discussing the alcohol norm and sober curiosity, and Megan and Gabe outline four ways forward.
