Plan Your Way Of Escape

Words by Te-Erika

When your life satisfaction level is drained from negativity and fear, you won’t reclaim your happiness until you do something about it.

Recognize the situation and it’s causes. Write down how you feel and gain a firm understanding of the root of the situation. It may be your own insecurities, but if your discomfort stems from the actions of another person, you must take control of your emotions and evaluate whether you can work to change the situation.

Understand that no one’s actions should cause you to feel depressed or fearful.

Talk to the person about the situation and voice your concerns. If no correction is made it may be time to try a different approach.

Tell someone. Talk out your feelings with someone you can trust like a religious official or a counselor. This may help you determine if your feelings are a cause for a quick exit or if you are being irrational. Even if the person you speak with disagrees with your viewpoint, please understand that your feelings are always valid and important.

If no one is available to listen try calling these hotlines. They have trained professionals who are dedicated to hearing you out and offering words of advice and comfort.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE

National Suicide Hotline
1-800-784-2433



Plan your escape by gathering the resources necessary to move on.

If it is a job situation that is killing your spirit, minimize your lifestyle by cutting off excessive luxuries and look for another job immediately.

If it is an abusive relationship that is causing fear and pain in your life, find ways to move away from it. Talk to a family member and ask for help in letting go.

If it is a family member that is pouring toxic ideas and fears into your life, gradually distance yourself from this person by any means necessary.

Your emotional health and happiness is important. You have one life to live and you will waste it if you do not gather the courage to stand up for yourself and focus on the end result. Things may seem unstable for a short period, but the benefits you gain from taking control of your life will last for the rest of your days.