We Love Dry January, Just Not in the Bedroom!

Many people resolve to be healthier in the new year and one way to achieve this is by spending the first month of the year alcohol free – otherwise known as Dry January. Since starting in 2013, this “sober-curious” movement has taken off, especially for younger generations. In 2021, polls found that as many as one in seven Americans participated in Dry January. And the numbers keep rising.

Besides taking a healthier (albeit, temporary) approach to the start of the year, it's also likely

Besides Dry January contributing to a healthier (albeit, temporary) outlook on the new year, there's also a pleasurable piece to a lack of alcohol. Yeah, you heard that right: those attempting Dry January are also likely enjoying a better sex life Why? Because alcohol can actually have a negative effect on what happens in the bedroom.

Gynecologist and sexual health specialist Dr. Michael Krychman says alcohol provokes desire but takes away the performance.

“Alcohol can lead to poor decision making and has been linked to increased risky sexual behaviors, which may put you and your partner at unnecessary risk for sexually transmitted diseases. Excessive alcohol can impact mood, affect communication and intimacy between a couple – it also can affect your judgement.”

Take this month to not only explore sober fun but have more sober adventures in the bedroom. The new year is the perfect time to set yourself some new sexual resolutions and add in new toys or enhancements to your sexual routine. Break up the monotony of masturbation or intimacy with a new, fun way to feel sexy.

Even when Dry January ends, remember that alcohol only gives a temporary mood boost. The Indiana University School of Public Health and Pure Romance conducted a study and found that maintaining social and sexual connections are the best way to fight off depression and loneliness.

Basically: sex is essential, so why not make sure it’s extraordinary??

If you’re doing Dry January this year, there’s no reason it shouldn't extend to the bedroom! Pick up some lubricant, send a dirty text to your partner (or write yourself a dirty note) – and get busy!