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Television
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: Why did it take 21 series of 'Who Do You Think You Are' for us to learn about Ross Kemp and his brave grandfather?

Daytime TV often targets viewers dreaming of a simpler life.
The show 'Narrow Escapes' explores the theme of a new life on the water.
#personal-growth
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 week ago

Get In, B*tches: It's GTFO Summer

This summer's rom-com novels reflect a collective desire to escape from current stressors and seek new opportunities.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I thought traveling solo would always bring me joy. Now, it just feels lonely and meaningless.

Traveling solo no longer brings joy or self-discovery, but instead feels like an escape from personal issues.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 week ago

Get In, B*tches: It's GTFO Summer

This summer's rom-com novels reflect a collective desire to escape from current stressors and seek new opportunities.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I thought traveling solo would always bring me joy. Now, it just feels lonely and meaningless.

Traveling solo no longer brings joy or self-discovery, but instead feels like an escape from personal issues.
#photography
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We're having sex inside Moby Dick! The wild architectural world of Japan's love hotels

Japan's love hotels cater to eccentric fantasies through unique architectural designs.
French photographer Francois Prost documents the whimsical world of Japanese love hotels.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We're having sex inside Moby Dick! The wild architectural world of Japan's love hotels

Japan's love hotels cater to eccentric fantasies through unique architectural designs.
French photographer Francois Prost documents the whimsical world of Japanese love hotels.
#video-games
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

Everything Sucks, But Video Games Help Me Process It

Embracing joy and escapism, especially through video games, is vital for mental health amidst challenging times.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

Everything Sucks, But Video Games Help Me Process It

Embracing joy and escapism, especially through video games, is vital for mental health amidst challenging times.
fromVulture
3 years ago

The 50 Best Action Movies on Netflix Right Now

What happens when you give an action-crazed lunatic like Michael Bay the freedom of budget and running time of Netflix? This chaos, a movie that no one would call great ... the film's tongue-in-cheek nature is the best thing about it.
Independent films
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

The TV show I'd like to live in

If you wanted to escape reality and move to a fictional TV world, where would you live? Many are dystopian hellscapes and stressful workplaces.
Arts
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

The 6 most common dreams - and what they REALLY mean

The fact that so many people are dreaming about being late, being chased, or feeling trapped suggests that our daily emotions are spilling over into our sleeping subconscious.
Mental health
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
1 month ago

Thinking About His Beacon Hill Condo Open House Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Randy enjoyed the thrill of driving his convertible along Storrow Drive, escaping the constraints of his life in Beacon Hill while immersing himself in the beauty of the day.
Boston real estate
Arts
fromArtforum
1 month ago

Venice Is for Dreamers

Venice is described as a deeply seductive and complex destination that presents both inspiration and challenge for writerly expression.
#design
Dining
fromArchitectural Digest
5 years ago

The Most Luxurious Cabins on Airbnb for the Full Glamping Experience

Airbnb cabins combine cozy aesthetics with modern comfort, renewing interest in nature escapes as winter ends.
Elevated designs and unique features set these cabin rentals apart from typical vacation homes.
Dining
fromArchitectural Digest
5 years ago

The Most Luxurious Cabins on Airbnb for the Full Glamping Experience

Airbnb cabins combine cozy aesthetics with modern comfort, renewing interest in nature escapes as winter ends.
Elevated designs and unique features set these cabin rentals apart from typical vacation homes.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six Nations proves a beacon of light, hope and escapism amid global moral surrender | Emma John

The Six Nations rugby matches serve as a much-needed form of escapism amidst global turmoil.
#grief
Writing
fromBustle
2 months ago

Idina Menzel's New Broadway Show Has One Big Similarity To 'Wicked'

Idina Menzel's new musical 'Redwood' explores themes of escapism, grief, and resilience through a unique narrative and physical performance.
Writing
fromBustle
2 months ago

Idina Menzel's New Broadway Show Has One Big Similarity To 'Wicked'

Idina Menzel's new musical 'Redwood' explores themes of escapism, grief, and resilience through a unique narrative and physical performance.
#creativity
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The one change that worked: I found an escape from online life by swapping my home office for the library

Walking to the library provides a therapeutic escape, enhancing creativity and fostering a deeper connection with knowledge.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The one change that worked: I found an escape from online life by swapping my home office for the library

Walking to the library provides a therapeutic escape, enhancing creativity and fostering a deeper connection with knowledge.
Fashion & style
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

This Year's Vanity Fair Oscar Party Channeled an Age-of-Aquarius, Hedonistic Aesthetic

The creative direction for the Vanity Fair Oscar party heavily draws on themes from cultural milestones, notably the '70s escapism.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Second Trump Administration's New Forms of Distraction

People are increasingly using reality TV and hobbies as distractions from overwhelming news about politics.
In response to stressful news cycles, individuals seek low-stakes entertainment to alleviate mental burden.
Video games
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: Time can work against us all - 48 hills

Entertainment can provide joy and inspiration even in difficult times.
Live performances range from light-hearted fun to profound insights.
The quality of adaptations affects the audience's experience.
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Kinda Pregnant's Painful Predictability Doesn't Keep It from Being Number 1 on Netflix

Kinda Pregnant offers light entertainment through a familiar rom-com structure, presenting a not-so-subtle message that audiences crave escapist narratives amid cultural upheaval.
Miscellaneous
fromBustle
3 months ago

Here's Your Horoscope For Thursday, January 30

The volatile Uranus ceases its retrograde in Taurus today, signaling a beginning of unpredictable changes that require relinquishing control and embracing the uncertainty ahead.
Marketing
fromMedium
4 months ago

Here's how I'm surviving 2025-one San Francisco party at a time

Because if there's one thing I know about San Francisco, it's that even in the middle of a shitstorm, it still throws the best damn party.
SF politics
fromDefector
6 months ago

Beyond Belief | Defector

In the absence of meaningful agency over one's existence, individuals resort to creating their own reality, even though it's inherently unsafe and devoid of true comfort.
Miscellaneous
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