Escapism

People do it for various reasons; which could vary from family problems, to hard living conditions, to even physical or emotional abuse. But, no matter the problem we all do it. Everyone has to admit that they're not happy with one thing or another in their lives, and why wouldn't we be. Especially in our society where we're taught that striving for the very best is the only possible way to have a happy life. Along the way there are always people who are putting us down and quoting cliché’s like, "there's always someone better in the world". Disappearing for a few hours a week if not more into fantasy, love, and worriless is the least we can do for ourselves under all the pressure. We are not cowards for doing it. Anyone who denies ever being an escapist is in denial. Any medium used as entertainment can be a form of escapism.

I am far more than guilty for being an escapist. I've used/use various mediums such as films, literature, television series, religion, friends, internet chatrooms, video games, and clothing. The only time being an escapist could be a bad thing is when it becomes an addiction. Pace yourself. Don't go overboard. Don't make escapism your life.