3 Reasons avoiding problems is ultimately wrong.

 

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We've all experienced moments where encountering a problem led to the instinct to avoid or run away from it. As humans, facing challenges is a normal part of life. However, many times, we opt to escape from these problems.

Personally, as someone living with schizophrenia, I've often found myself wanting to evade my mental health challenges. Initially, acceptance of my condition was difficult, leading me to want to escape—both physically and mentally—from confronting the reality. Perhaps you can relate to instances when fear of problems compelled you to choose avoidance.

I've repeatedly chosen to run away until I realized the significant 3 reasons why avoiding problems is ultimately wrong.

# 1 Running away from problems leads to deeper consequences.

During my university days, fear led me to fail a class. Avoidance of tasks due to apprehension of facing the lecturer resulted in severe consequences. The repercussions of evading problems can escalate, potentially leading to job loss or other severe outcomes. Understanding that avoidance can intensify consequences is crucial.

# 2 Avoidance results in tackling things the wrong way

Fictional characters and real-life instances, like Rapunzel in "Tangled," illustrate the consequences of trying to escape problems. Rapunzel initially chose to flee from her troubles by following Flynn Rider. Eventually, she realized the importance of facing challenges directly. Just like her, we have the choice to confront issues the right way, not through avoidance.

# 3 Running away impedes personal growth.

 I've experienced stagnation when I avoided confronting issues, such as when I distanced myself from an ex-best friend. By doing so, I realized I was stunting not just my present but also my future. It took a break from university and a determined decision to face my problems—despite social media attacks—to move forward. Gradually, I learned that embracing challenges instead of avoiding them is pivotal for personal growth.

Reflecting on these experiences, I acknowledge that facing problems head-on is essential for growth. Have you encountered similar situations? Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments.

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