Funny Lent quotes and memes to inspire if you are giving something up for 40 days

GIVING up something for 40 days during Lent can be tough, whether it's your favourite chocolate treat or savoury snack.

But these funny memes and quotes will hopefully strengthen your resolve and keep you on the straight and narrow.

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Why do people give things up for Lent?

The Lent fast is a Christian tradition, but many non-believers also take part.

On Ash Wednesday, people over the globe give up certain foods or habits to improve their health or demonstrate self-restraint.

It lasts for 40 days until Easter, but this is without Sundays being included in the amount (if there were counted it would be 46 days).

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Lent was traditionally a time to fast and give up eating certain foods – with participants often having one proper meal a day and one or two lighter dishes to sustain strength.

While some continue this practice, now the list is endless for what people choose to abstain from during the Lent period.

Many people cut out certain luxuries or indulgences in a bid to become healthier or to save money.

Things you could give up for lent

  • Chocolate
  • Social Networking
  • Alcohol
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • School
  • Meat
  • Sweets
  • Coffee
  • Fizzy drinks
  • Taking selfies
  • Dating apps
  • Complaining
  • Facebook stalking your ex
  • Going to the pub
  • Taking taxis instead of public transport
  • Cheese
  • Adding salt to meals
  • Online shopping
  • Swearing
  • Eating out
  • Gossiping
  • Takeaway
  • TV watching
  • Smoking
  • Gaming
  • Being late
  • Sugar

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