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Benefits of escapism
- It allows a momentary reprieve from your circumstances, giving you a chance to recharge your batteries before you jump back into the fray.
- Escapism allows you to step away from your emotions when you’re feeling overwhelmed, and come back to a problem with a fresh mind.
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How to wean yourself off of escapism
- 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 a...
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Escapism
- It's conscious detachment from real life.
- The forms it can take: watching television or movies, listening to music, reading books, playing games and sports, daydreaming, etc.
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When escapism goes too far
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 cir...
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Work outside of your comfort zone
- Commit to working on your weaknesses.
- Try to step back and take other ideas and criticisms.
- When you're feeling overwhelmed with a problem, walk away from the issue for a minute to clear your head. This can help to find solutions.
Emotional arguments
Recognize that there are two issues to be addressed: both of your emotions and the situation at hand.
- Rein in the emotions first. Step away for a moment and let yourself cool down before you come back to the argument.
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