How to Snap Back to Reality when "Escapism" Becomes “Avoidance”

Escapism doesn’t make you lazy, but too much can turn into avoidance and make you stagnate instead of actively pursuing your goals.

It can cause problems with your productivity at work, in your personal relationships, and it can even cut yourself off from normal social circles.

• Use the “real life-right now” rule: No (insert type of escapism) if I know there’s something I’d enjoy happening in real life, right now.
• Redefine what it means to escape: Instead of escaping from reality, you’re getting your energy back after spending it being productive.
• Identify what you’re trying to avoid: Pinpoint the issue and confront it for a moment.
• Keep yourself busy with things in the real world, both by confronting your issues and doing the fun stuff.