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The Daily Poll

Are you giving up (or taking up) anything for Lent?

Religious or not, many people will attempt to give up or take up something for the next 40 days.
11.13am, 18 Feb 2026
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PANCAKE TUESDAY HAS been and gone, so what comes next? None other than Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent.

In the annual Christian tradition, people test themselves by making a Lenten vow and giving something up for the 40 days between now and Easter – be it cigarettes, sweet treats or something along those lines.

Others, religious or not, also use it as a time to take up something new in the pursuit of positive change.

At the end of it all will be Easter celebrations and some chocolate eggs to look forward to.

So, we’re wondering: Are you giving up (or taking up) anything for Lent?


Poll Results:

Yes – I'll be giving up something (456)
No interest (430)
No – I've given up giving up (378)
Not sure (but I should probably decide soon) (113)
Yes – I'll be taking up a new habit (93)

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