8 Valentine’s Day Gifts for Sober People—That They’ll Actually Like!
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to gift your sober partner something that shows them just how much you support the positive path they’re on. The trick is actually finding that special gift because, let’s face it, Valentine’s Day gifts can often be pretty cliché. While flowers, a box of chocolates, or a platter of pink and red heart-shaped cookies are thoughtful, they’re expected and lack a personalised touch. If you can’t think of any creative ideas, don’t worry—I’m here to help! I’ve rounded up eight outside-the-box valentines day gifts that any sober person would be elated to receive as a sign of your love for them.
Fairy Lights LED Photo Clip String
Instead of spreading rose petals on the floor, opt for this whimsical, customisable photo clip string. Gather some cherished snapshots of you and your partner, ticket stubs from your dates, little love notes about how proud you are of them, inspirational quotes, or any other meaningful mementos and clip them to this string of twinkling fairy lights. This is perfect to hang across a wall in your living room or bedroom, adding dreamy mood lighting and warm, fuzzy feelings to any room. Your partner is sure to know just how much you love and support them on valentines day when they look at all the wonderful memories and messages of inspiration you have taken the time to put on display.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: Someone who appreciates gifts with a personal touch and thought.
Alcohol-Free Cocktails by Catherine Salway & Andrea Waters
Us sober folks don’t always have a ton of options when it comes to fun, tasty alcohol-free drinks. If you attend a dinner party or event, you’re likely to be offered the standard plain soda water or cranberry juice. Just because we’re sober doesn’t mean we have to drink drab drinks! That’s where Alcohol-Free Cocktails comes in. Alcohol-free drinks have never looked and tasted so delicious thanks to Catherine Salway and Andrea Waters, the brains behind Redemption, a health-centric restrobar in London. You and your partner can create your own special Valentine’s Day celebration at home by whipping up some tasty recipes from the book such as non-alcoholic pineapple margaritas or strawberry and mango daiquiris, cuddling up by a roaring fire, and watching your favourite romantic movie together.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: Someone who enjoys trying new tastes and flavours.
Okay, friend—it doesn’t get more romantic and unique than this. You can actually buy a star (or two) and name it after your loved one through Star Registration. Stars represent the magic of the universe and hope, a perfect valentines day gift for someone who’s chosen to change their life by adopting sobriety. You can choose a single star or two stars revolving around each other. How special is that? Star Registration only offers stars you can actually see, so you won’t need a crazy-expensive telescope in order to view your gift. To add an extra layer of romance, pack a night picnic and tell your partner to “look up” to see their Valentine’s surprise.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: The hopeless romantics.
Rose Gold Serenity Prayer Bangles
If you’re seeking a meaningful, romantic gift for the sober lady in your life, look no further than these rose gold bangles. These bangles are stunning, but offer much more than just beauty. Each of the nine bangles in the set is meant to represent an intention for the day. As your partner puts them on in the morning, she can affirm her intentions for her day, and when she removes them in the evening, she can fill herself with thoughts of gratitude. Wearing these bracelets every day presents an opportunity for a daily ritual that can settle the mind at the beginning and end of each day.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: The sober lady who loves gifts that shine.
One crucial pillar of maintaining a sober lifestyle is mindset. In fact, it’s likely the most important contributor to successfully remaining sober. That’s why the New Mindset Journal is a helpful, thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift designed to make the user more self-aware. Sure, there are lots of journals out there that promise to change your life, but this one is unique in that it really pushes the writer to answer the hard, sometimes uncomfortable, questions that lead to change.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: The writer in your life.
An inspiring book about sobriety
Books written by sober people offer a unique kind of inspiration—they instill hope in people that sobriety can be achieved and lead to a much fuller life than when drinking. Not to mention, they let you know that you’re not alone on your journey. My two books, The Sober Survival Guide and How to Quit Alcohol in 50 Days: Stop Drinking and Find Freedom, are filled with tips, information, and inspiration that will change the way the reader thinks about drinking, allowing them to step into a beautiful, full sober life. You can never go wrong with giving the gift of wisdom and inspiration—and a good “quit lit” book does exactly that.
You can check out my full list of recommended sober books here.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: Your favourite sober bookworm.
It’s common for people who have recently quit drinking to experience sleep disturbance. A lack of sleep can have a negative impact on mental health which has the potential to hinder one’s sobriety. If your sober partner has been struggling to get their sleep schedule back on track, gifting them the Mavogel Sleep Mask for valentines day can help encourage a more restful sleep. It’s incredibly comfortable, lightweight, and blocks out all light, allowing the mind to wind down so your loved one can drift off into a deep slumber.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: Anyone who needs a sleep boost.
SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker
In sobriety, especially early sobriety, having tasty non-alcoholic drinks available at all times is crucial. Sparkling water is often a good replacement as it mimics the bubbles that are in many alcoholic drinks. Enter the SodaStream: a sparkling water and carbonated drinks maker that transforms ordinary water into sparkling water in seconds. You can even add yummy flavourings to take your drinks to the next level. By gifting this cool gadget to your sober partner, they’ll be guaranteed to always have a sobriety-approved bubbly beverage at their fingertips.
Perfect Valentines Day gift for: People who love their drinks with an extra (alcohol-free) fizz.
Celebrate valentines day with those you love the most by making sure you choose a gift that has thought and meaning.
Well, there you have it! These eight gift ideas are perfect for that special sober loved one in your life. They support their goal of sobriety, show them you truly care, and are way cooler than the typical box of chocolates or a bunch of flowers purchased at the last minute from the petrol station.
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