7 Reasons Why Getting Sober Is Awesome

While you might think we’re a little biased regarding the benefits of sobriety (you’re right, we are), there are some pretty groovy reasons why we love it.

Here are SEVEN Reasons to Get Sober

Say Goodbye to Hangovers

Yep, we’re done. The bottom line and the consensus among almost everyone who’s ever had a monster hangover in his or her lifetime is that they (hangovers) royally suck. From the migraines to the spinning room to the awkward moment, you’re calling in sick to work when your boss knows perfectly well you’re a pub fiend – there really are zero benefits. And guess what? The sober life means NO MORE HANGOVERS! Hooray!

You’ll Remember Where You Put the Car Keys the Next Day 

Come on, we’ve all been there after a Grade-A drunken night out. The keys get lost, cars get lost, WE get lost. It’s no fun losing stuff, and car keys, in particular, have a sneaky way of going missing after a night of too many cocktails.

Forget the fact that we probably drove home very drunk the night before (maybe even in a blackout), putting our lives and the lives of others at risk, but then we walked inside and threw our keys who knows where. If it’s our car or ourselves that we’ve lost, we have even bigger things to worry about. Let’s just say that it’s really nice to remember where our stuff is most of the time, and sobriety lets us do just that.

You’ll Remember What You Said at the Party the Night Before 

Have you everwoken up after a wild night out with the sneaking suspicion that you might have said something really stupid to someone? Maybe it was your crush, or maybe you bad-mouthed your bestie to a room full of mutual friends. Who knows? Well, you certainly don’t know if you were in a blackout.

We do and say a lot of stupid stuff when we’re drunk, particularly when we’re blacking out. We’re talking lose your job, lose the guy, and lose your friends stupid. Yep, it happens to the best of us, and you know who it doesn’t happen to? Sober people. Reason number three why sobriety is good.

You’ll Stay Out of Jail 

Well, hopefully, unless you do something while sober that lands you in the slammer, but we have faith you can keep it together in recovery. It’s kind of how the deal works. Excessive drinking and using, however, has a funny way of leading us down some dark paths and sometimes straight into a jail cell.

Whether it’s a serious drug-related offence or we just drank a bit too much before getting behind the wheel and getting caught driving under the influence, being inebriated or high can lead to consequences. With recovery, on the other hand, this rarely happens, and this is yet another benefit of staying sober and on the straight and narrow.

You’ll Feel (and Actually Be) Healthier

Let’s face it: drinking and using drugs aren’t very good for our mental or physical health. It messes with our brain chemistry, it’s taxing on the liver, and it can even increase the risk of certain cancers, such as oral cancer.

It also just makes us feel lousy the next day, not to mention being full of calories on its own and often leading to excessive late-night pizza and burrito binges (all the benefits of yesterday’s hot pilates class down the toilet). Achieving and maintaining sobriety typically coincides with getting a lot healthier, and at the end of the day, it just feels better. 

You’ll Save Money! 

Whether you’re a top-shelf vodka martini kinda drinker, a generic beer guzzler, a weed smoker, or a dope fiend, substance abuse all adds up in the end. Yes, our pocketbook takes a beating when we drink or use it. And all the money spent on a drug habit or drinking habit (or both) can climb high over time.

But think of all the money you won’t spend if you get sober. We’re talking about money that can be spent on new shoes, a new laptop, or even toward college tuition, a new car, or a new house! There are countless possibilities, but most importantly, sobriety is a great way to save some serious coin. Overall, being sober is amazing for your bank account.

You’ll Probably be a Better Friend

People struggling with a substance use disorder tend to put themselves before their friends. Of course, this is a sweeping generalisation, but very often true. If drug or alcohol addiction is to blame for serious alcohol or drug addiction, then alcohol or drugs tend to be a priority. This means friendship (along with family things like responsibilities) is put on the back burner.

A lot of friendships and family relationships wind up severely damaged while struggling with addiction. Getting and staying sober can save friendships before they become damaged or salvage those already tarnished. And, in general, you’re just far more likely to be a nicer friend, day by day. 

While drug and alcohol addiction recovery may not be for everyone, substance abuse treatment certainly can’t hurt. And 99.9% of the time (if not 100%), addiction treatment leads to significant life improvements.

If you’re thinking about ditching the drugs or the booze but you’re still struggling to make up your mind, just consider the benefits. Sobriety may not be for the faint of heart, but it’s a pretty darn sweet deal once you get the hang of it. 

Kembali Recovery Centre is Here for You

If you or someone you know and care about is ready to get clean and sober, or if you’re struggling to take the first step toward sobriety, Kembali Recovery Center can help. Contact us today to learn more about our treatment options and take control of your life back from behavioural health conditions. Our next intake is right around the corner.