LENT is a period of 40 days when Christians give up small pleasures such as chocolate or sweets or social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But some people think we have been forced to do without enough this year because of the pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cCovid has taken away most things I enjoy, I don\u2019t wish to miss out on anymore,\u201d said Abby Palmer, of Cardiff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Miss Palmer, 22, has previously given up Diet Coke for Lent. This year she is allowing herself the little joy a fizzy drink brings her during lockdown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lent is a time of reflection for Christians, others participate for non-religious reasons as many see it as a test of their self-discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI have always done lent as a personal challenge,\u201d said Jack Prideaux. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 22-year-old Cardiff University student is giving up cakes, biscuits, crisps, chocolate and sweets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis time of year is always busy university work wise and giving up these things has a knock-on effect. It helps me sleep better, I\u2019m more productive and I feel mentally stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s always rewarding when Easter arrives, but I tend to continue that healthy lifestyle further,\u201d said Mr Prideaux. <\/p>\n\n\n\n