Demi LovatoJust made a major step in their journey to sobriety.
The 29-year-old pop star announced on Thursday, Dec. 2, that they no longer adhere to the “California sober” lifestyle and will instead focus on being fully sober—abstaining from all drugs and alcohol—moving forward.
“I no longer support my ‘California sober’ ways,” Demi shared on their Instagram Story. “Sober sober” is the best way.
There’s been debate about what being “California sober” entails, though the term commonly refers to someone who uses cannabis—where it’s legal in California—but avoids other drugs and alcohol. Demi said in the past that smoking marijuana is a part of their definition. However, they recommend drinking moderately.
According to them, “I believe that California is the most recognizable term for me.” CBS This Morning in March. “I really don’t feel comfortable explaining the perimeters of my recovery with people, because I don’t want anyone to look at my perimeters of safety and think that’s what works for them because it might not.”