I prefer to run away than face disapproval.

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I do this all the time. I make a commitment, and when faced with a deadline or assignment that I either can't make or don't want to make, I would rather run away from it than have to face the disappointment of the boss/teacher/person. I realize backing out of a commitment is more disappointing; I just don't want to have to face it. I've stopped showing up at jobs rather than quitting, and dropped out of classes because I didn't write a rough draft of a paper in time. Maybe the actions aren't normal, but are the feelings at least normal?

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  • [Old Memory]
    13 years ago

    well as long as your happy it dont matter to much just watch out for the long run part :)

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  • RoseIsabella
    10 years ago

    The feelings are normal but acting on those feelings would be cowardly and have to potential to set up a pattern in your life of chronic under achievement.

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  • calistudent590
    14 years ago

    It's normal to feel that way. Many times I've wanted to run and hide or disappear of the face of the Earth rather than face a boss or a teacher. I feel embarrassed and like a disappointment. I feel that way a lot.
    But at some point you have to stop running. Try to really think about how you can stop this cycle. It's tough, but remember, you're not the first and you're not the last. There are a lot of people out there right now going through the same thing.
    Just realize that by running you're hurting yourself more. You realize there is a problem and that's the first step. Try and figure out how you can change this. Face your fears.
    If I can do it, you can too! I believe in you!
    Good Luck

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