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Tracking Progress Key to Successful Dry January Goals

12/20/2025

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Reframe's 2025 Dry January dataset shows that early progress is crucial for completing 2026 goals.
Those who slip but resume tracking within 48 hours complete goals at 65.1%, versus 10.4% for those who stop logging.
Social events drive slips, with weekends showing the lowest dry rates.
Planning ahead for social situations helps maintain goals, while Damp January benefits those not ready for full abstinence.

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Story summary

Reframe's 2025 Dry January dataset shows that early progress is crucial for completing 2026 goals.
Those who slip but resume tracking within 48 hours complete goals at 65.1%, versus 10.4% for those who stop logging.
Social events drive slips, with weekends showing the lowest dry rates.
Planning ahead for social situations helps maintain goals, while Damp January benefits those not ready for full abstinence.