I want to run away. I have thought it through carefully, and it is what i need. there are certain reasons, and they really are huge. I just don't know how to go about running away. Can I have some help? Thank you.
(and please, if youre going to just preach to me about how I shouldn't run away, thanks, but lets save us both the trouble. I know I shouldn't, but I'm going to anyway, so might as well help me be safe, right?)
2006-06-23 14:04:16 · 10 answers · asked by noname 3 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Health & Safety
If you want to be safe...go stay with a trusted friend or relative. YOu have to have someplace to stay - where they agree to take you and to help you through this tough time. I don't know how old you are, but if you are under 18, you won't be able to secure a place to stay on your wn, and most likely not be able to make enough money to support yourself, so you are going to need some help from trusted friends or relatives.
PLEASE do not rely on the kindness of strangers, or try to go it alone. This is how young girls end up on the streets, or raped and murdered. PLEASE>
If your HOME is an unsafe place to be - PLEASE tell a counselor at school or contact your police who may be able to help you find a safe place for you to stay.
2006-06-23 14:10:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Age and street savvy are going to be big issues! You have to have money, what you take with you won't last as long as you think.
If you don't have I.D. and an address, it's almost impossible to get a job (no matter what your age is). Then there is the issue of education, with out it, you are setting yourself up for a hard life.
If at all possible use your connections. If any of your friends can help out, all the better. If you can't trust their parents, do any of them have brothers or sisters who now live on their own? Any chance you have a relative that would let you stay with them?
You don't need to do this solo!!! It was dangerous 40 years ago, and it hasn't gotten any better out there.
If you do find that you must leave, take the 1-800 run away phone number with you, just in case you need it.
Use your gut feeling, if something doesn't feel right, get the HE-- out of there. People who may appear to be willing to help, may not have your best interests in mind. On the street your gut feelings will be your best defense.
If at all possible, try to hang in there. There are many tricks to surviving, even in bad conditions. Part time job, extra activities at school, spending the night with as many friends as you can... anything that will keep you out of the house. Take it one day at a time and buy as much time as you can!!! The longer you can make it there, the better your chances are of making it when you do leave.
Good luck, and I truly hope things get better.
2006-06-23 18:16:05 · answer #2 · answered by Robin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, i won't lecture you, but from past experience, running away is NOT the answer (it's a long story). My suggestion, is blankets water, food, flashlight, money, and a cell phone if you have one. Make sure you know where you're going to stay because things change based on where you go. For instance, if you decide to live under a freeway, take just the basics ie food, water, cloths, blankets...
But, if you're going to an aunt's house you might pack differently.
Remember, through all this i still suggest not running away but telling the police if something is that bad
2006-06-23 14:11:08 · answer #3 · answered by splinter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know you said don't preach, Laura. But I'm going to tell you: It's a big bad world out there. You'll need food and shelter, of course. And you'll need an advocate of some sort, because your parents will come looking for you. There are a LOT of nasty-minded people out there who will hurt you for what they consider 'fun' and not give a damn that it actually is hurting you. Just during the last year, a couple of friends of mine had their nieces murderred. Think about that.
If you still want to go, talk with a friend. And check the phone book: There are a number of hotlines that can help you a great deal better than I can.
Good luck, Kid.
2006-06-23 14:15:40 · answer #4 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would really like to know how old you are really!!! o and i tried it!!! since im guessing your a chick! be careful! there are a ton of loonies out there!!! and if your going by yourself i wouldnt want you living on the streets it would be much worse the your house trust me!! Or if there is any kind of abuse in your house consult someone first they would take care of that safetly trust me!! i agree with you there are tons of reasons for people to run away! but think is your reason really really good enough! are you really willing to make all the people in you family or in your life right now think you are selfish! it is a very selfish thing to do! so just think it through one more time!!! and make sure you have money even if you have to jack it!!! be safe hope everything works out ok!!!
2006-06-23 14:11:40 · answer #5 · answered by Stephy!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Running Away" isn't the thing to do sweetie. Trust me living on the street is something you don't deserve. If it's that bad at home, get a job & move out. Look for youth services type places hostels etc. If you have any relatives you could live with for a while that would be the safest option...
2006-06-23 14:19:18 · answer #6 · answered by Andy H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the best place to start would be to get in your phone book and call any kind of community resource for "teens" in trouble. There might even be a hotline number. Someone you could talk to about your situation and they could give you other resources, like places to stay, and counseling. There are people out there who will protect your rights of confidentiality to what might be an issue in your home environment without prosecuting your parents. I truly understand your dilemma and wish you luck in finding some kind of help.
2006-06-27 06:12:01 · answer #7 · answered by dizzyd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree, money, food and a place to go, but also have some type of plan - map out where you are going and how your are going to get there and see what jobs are there. Just don't do anything blind - try to see problems before they come up. Also, someone told me long ago that stuck with me - no matter where you go or what you do - always make sure you have somewhere to come back to - just don't burn all your bridges before you leave! If you need more help let me know! (you can email me)
2006-06-23 14:12:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old are you? Do you have any relatives you can go to that can help you? If you are being abused or neglected and are young enough, perhaps Child and Youth Services can help place you in a new home.
2006-06-24 16:28:23 · answer #9 · answered by jenniferaboston 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you have
1. money
2. food
3. place to go
2006-06-23 14:07:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋