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How to Run Away from Your Problems

A beginner’s guide to dealing with those issues you don’t want to face

Oh! What’s that there? It appears you have a little problem on your hands.

Are you going to deal with it? Of course not! You’re going to do what we all do best. Flee. Why face your problem when you can just run away? Don’t worry, it’s not a huge problem, only a small one. And everyone knows that little problems have short, stubby legs. If you run away, it will take ages for it to catch up with you.

During this period you can hide from your problem. Just try to change your location every so often. You can’t stay in one place. Problems may be slow, but they are relentless. Some of the best spots to hide are under the covers, in your closet, or at an enabling friend’s house.