Sober alternatives during the holiday season are highlighted by a local company and recovery program

Little Rock, Arkansas – According to a study, almost sixteen percent of Americans say they drink more alcohol when the holidays draw near.

Because alcohol frequently plays a big part in family gatherings and customs, local companies and groups are providing alternatives for people who want to stay sober.

The difficulties of remaining sober on holidays like New Year’s Eve, St. Patrick’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo were highlighted by Britni Boyce, CEO of Level Up Recovery.

Boyce, who has been free of heroin for about 11 years, said she knows what it takes to get clean and developed her coaching program to help those in recovery realize their full potential.

According to Boyce, “We are the second step to recovery,” “We like to help people find their purpose once they complete treatment and get sober. Why are they there? What is their life’s purpose? What are their objectives, and how can we accomplish them?”

Boyce stated that she wanted to provide people who wanted to celebrate without drinking a sober alternative.

“I decided to create a safe space where we can have the elegance of New Years Eve, we can party like everyone else, but it is a sober safe environment,” Boyce stated.

“Stars of Promise,” a free event organized by Level Up Recovery, will take place at the Maumelle Event Center on December 31 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.

There will be a dance and rap competition with cash prizes, and the event is family-friendly.
The menu at local establishments such as Rock Town Distillery now includes “mocktails,” which are non-alcoholic beverages.

Spirit guide Desiray Ward of the distillery said she likes making these non-alcoholic drinks.
“I enjoy it when people ask me, ‘Hey, what do you have that doesn’t contain alcohol?’ because it makes them feel at ease. ‘Yeah, I got you,’ I always say,” Ward remarked.

“What do you want it to taste like’ Because I want them to feel welcome and have a space to hang out and socialize with their friends and not feel pressured to drink.”

To stay sober over the holidays, experts advise preparing for activities in advance, avoiding triggers, and getting help.