Break my addiction to Leaving Reality

In summary, the conversation revolves around the speaker's struggle with addiction to "Leaving Reality," which includes excessive reading, video gaming, and movie-watching. This addiction has hindered their academic progress and they are now seeking advice on how to make up for lost time and develop better study habits. The other person in the conversation suggests that the speaker stop rationalizing and take responsibility for their actions, and also encourages them to make the most of their remaining time in school. The conversation ends with a mention of the educational value of the forum they are on.
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break my addiction to "Leaving Reality"

I managed to break my addiction to "Leaving Reality"; Reading too much, playing Video Games too much, and watching too many movies(not TV, TV sucked anyway).

That addiction most likely prevented me from being able to skip grades early on in my life, and combined with the rediculous easiness of the work, and the amount of work there was(very little), and lack of looking at my standardized test scores on part of my school being... backwards, I shall say,

I now have no study or work habits.


So, simply put,

I got to make up for 10 years of my 15 years of life lost in video games and reading fiction too much. Any ideas? Physics/math/Biology-based.
 
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You're still on PF.
 
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This pertains to situations actually happening in the real life, plus the site is quite educational, so I think I can make an exception on this part. >_>
 
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You're rationalizing... :biggrin:
 
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Get over it kid.

Are you asking for pity for doing nothing?

I did nothing my whole life too, but I ain't whining about it.

Trust me, when it comes to learning, you didn't miss on a whole lot. It took me like 1 month to learn everything in high school all over again.

Now that you know there is a problem, try to fix. That's what I did.

Note: Don't sit around during undergrad because then you will miss out on a lot in that case.
 
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Yeah, GD is very educational!:biggrin:
Once I come here, I don't feel like doing anything else during the day.
 

FAQ: Break my addiction to Leaving Reality

What is "Leaving Reality"?

"Leaving Reality" refers to the act of escaping from the present moment and instead focusing on thoughts, fantasies, or activities that are not based in the real world.

Why is it important to break my addiction to "Leaving Reality"?

Constantly leaving reality can have negative effects on one's mental health and overall well-being. It can also hinder personal growth and relationships.

What are some common ways people leave reality?

Some common ways people leave reality include excessive daydreaming, substance abuse, technology and social media use, and engaging in risky behaviors.

How can I break my addiction to "Leaving Reality"?

Breaking an addiction to leaving reality can be a challenging process, but it typically involves seeking professional help, identifying triggers and coping mechanisms, and practicing mindfulness and grounding techniques.

Are there any benefits to "Leaving Reality"?

In small doses, leaving reality can provide temporary relief from stress or other difficult emotions. However, it is important to find healthy and sustainable ways to cope with these emotions instead of relying on leaving reality as a coping mechanism.

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