Every Christian and Catholic person gives up something that they do on a daily basis for 40 days. Starting February 14 (Ash Wednesday) through March 28, 2024. Christians and Catholics give up all types of things any human does on a daily. They can give up gossip, swearing, fast food, not exercising, sweet foods, video games, social media, shopping, meat, coffee, complaining, buying lunch, snoozing, screentime, snacking, makeup, and caffeine. The reason people do lent is to remember the love of God and appreciate what he has done.