A Texas woman asks others to do "Dry January" with her and fails

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Like many Americans, Harley Huroski from Texas decided to participate in the Dry January movement and give up alcohol within a month of overindulging over the holidays.

“During the holiday season, eating and drinking too much made me feel less than stellar,” Harley told Fox News Digital. “So I thought it would be a smart move to start the year with the goal of feeling better physically.”

Hurosky, who lives in Houston, hoped he would develop a circle of supporters not only to cheer him on, but also to join him on his booze-free vacation. It didn’t quite happen.

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“Of course, I assumed that my friends and family would rally around me and join in for moral support,” Hurosky said. “It turns out that the only thing they’re committed to is staying comfortable on the sidelines with cocktails in hand.”

Hurosky decided to record the reactions of the questioners and post their answers on social media. (See the video at the top of this article.)

Harley Hurosky notes her friends' reactions to being asked to participate "Dry January" with him.

In the video, Harley Huroski’s friends react to her request to participate in Dry January this year. (Harley Hurosky/@harleyhurosky)

“My parents made the list because they’re reliable when it comes to answering the phone, and I thought their reactions would be fun, which they absolutely were,” she said.

“I totally expected it most of my loved ones “It felt like a brave thing to say no, especially asking them to give up alcohol for a month,” he said. entertainment.”

The viral video It got over 743,000 views on TikTok this weekend.

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Hurosky is a marketing manager and said she enjoys posting on social media.

“Honestly, I just love the process. It’s fun to create and share moments that make people smile or laugh,” she said. “My content usually focuses on relatable, funny situations because that’s how I connect with people.”

Harley Hurosky's father says no to his daughter's request "Dry January" with him.

Harley Hurosky is a marketing manager based in Houston, Texas. He decided to take part in Dry January – but his father, among others, did not agree. (Harley Hurosky/@harleyhurosky; Harley Hurosky)

Hurosky said most of the people who ask are “very social and travel a lot,” so he expects some funny reactions.

“The whole reason I’m recording FaceTime,” he continued. “What I didn’t expect was that the funniest answers would come from my parents. My dad, being the idiot that I am, totally stole the show. I’m sorry for doubting you, father. You really delivered.”

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Hurosky is confident he can make it through January anyway any drink.

“This is not my first trip to Dry January. My boyfriend and I successfully completed it last year,” she told Fox News Digital.

“The goal was to lose a few pounds and get started healthier lifestyle.“

"No alcohol" written in the January calendar "Dry January."

Hurosky said he made it through January of last year without drinking alcohol. (iStock)

Although they were able to cut out liquid calories last year, Hurosky said, the couple “may have overcompensated by buying and eating.” restaurant food … Let’s just say the calories we saved from skipping the shakes probably came back with our delivery orders.”

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But he also saw other benefits of giving up alcohol.

“We definitely felt less tired and enjoyed life without the dreaded hangovers,” Hurosky said.