Twinkle Pethad

Escapism is healthy — in moderation

Escapism — the use of activities to temporarily transport us into a happier world where we have control over our actions and emotions, creates an illusionary pleasant atmosphere. Though moderation is needed, escapism is rather necessary to survive in this chaotic world where moments of peace can seem rare.  As humans, we need a variety of activities to escape the monotony of our daily chores and negative situations. These situations can range from break-ups and bad days at work, to the heavier anxieties induced by things like the climate crisis and late-stage capitalism. We escape through unrelated and distracting acts…

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