I need to know about running away.............................................................................

Question

I am going to run away and need to know anything that could be helpful, I just need out of here!!!


When to run away, how, what to bring, ANYTHING!!

I have many reasons to run away, and trust me, you wouldn't want to hear them... but my dad is dead, my brother doesn't care, and my mom wouldn't look for me... I have no friends, and am hated by a lot of people... I am going to run away no matter what, don't try to tell me to stay where I am... just give me some tips, ect... Thanks!!

Thank you....

Answer 1

first, look for a place to go. second, gather money. third, get a mountain backpack (the kind with an internal frame). on that pack should be a sleeping bag mount. (get a sleeping bag) also get a 1man tent, the pack should be able to hold that as well. you only need 3 sets of clothes. water is a must, buy some containers and pack about 3 gallons of water. food, get some of the bars that do not go bad. the next items you need are: rope, climbing harness, cribbers (the kind that hold 25-30 kn. kn=225 pounds), duct tape, blanket (a small but warm one), hammer, tent stakes, tarp (small, 8x5 is ok), flashlight, battery's, fire starters, knife (4" blade or longer), tree climbing steps (16), all purpose wire, containers (to put wild Berry's in. note:research what wild Berry's are OK to eat first), cook top (not as big as a grill, but something to cook food), water purification kit, and a first aid kit.

all these items are needed to run away and survive in the wild. if you get all this together, congratulations you can now run away. BUT it would cost over $2500 dollars to buy all this equipment, and (with out a car) the pack would be to heavy for any one to lift alone.
STAY PUT! things are never so bad that you have to run away.

Answer 2

Is there another family relative that you could go and stay with??? Is there someone that you trust that you could talk to??? It sounds like you have a lot on your plate, but running away will not solve anything for you. It might make things worse for you. Where are you going to go?? Where are you going to sleep at night?? How are you going to eat??? You might think that running away is the best thing for now, but have you ever heard the saying, "The grass looks greener on the other side of the fence?" The world is a big place and it is scary out there. If you do not have "Street Smarts" you could get in a lot of trouble. You could get involved with people that will hurt you and not care about you in the least. Can I make a suggestion to you??? Ask God to help you. Talk to him just like you would your best friend. Believe in what you say to him, that you will receive an answer. Ask and ye shall receive. He sees you and he sees your pain. I hope this helps you. Good luck!!!

Answer 3

do you have a grandma or an aunt (or any other female relative) ?? I know that you don't want to live where you are, but running away just makes things worse. Imagine, you would have no place to go! I am not saying that running away is "bad" or anything, im just saying dont let other people do things to you to make YOU end up having a hard-bad life. I would personally try to stick it out, because you might just need them until you can get an apartment a boyfriend, or a job. If you think that you cannot make it, dont hit the streets, about 50% (or more) of the prostatutes were runaways, you wouldnt want that to happen, and know that they can't make it, but anyways, see if theyre is a local teen help center, they will be able to help you, just google your sity for examplest teens that run away HAVE to go back home because they realize - Covina (my city) teen help centers
and see what they have for your city. =D good luck

Answer 4

I'm also trying to run away. So if u have learned anymore tips besides the answers you've already gotten, please email me at [e-mail] and also, i have ran away before, but it didn't work out because I didn't plan too well, but i did learn a few things, so what I recommend is that you pack bug spray, and don't squat, use public restrooms. Turn your cellphone off if you don't want to be found, they can trace gps. And you might know how to go and turn gps finder off, but 911 can still trace it, trust me.If you want to call home, use the operator on a payphone. It is against the law to run away, so don't act suspicious around cops and don't let them see you at night, especially while carrying a backpack, and some states have laws about how late a kid can stay out, so watch out for that, too. Also, bring a weapon. It's dangerous out there. I suggest a pocket knife, or a handgun of some sort. Also, don't live alone. Make connections before you go, there's safety in numbers. Also, a good site to go to is http://www.textfiles.com/uploads/run_away.txt

Answer 5

No matter how bad you think it is at home, it will be worse if you run away.
Unless you are wealthy and can afford to take care of yourself you are letting yourself in for a miserable, possibly life threatening experience. There are a great number of evil people who prey on runaways. You are making yourself a victim to more ugliness than you have the ability to comprehend.
No matter how bad it is at home you are not prepared to run away.
Find a place to stay first. Find someone to stay with, first! Stay at home just long enough to find somewhere to go. That is just being smart. I am not telling you to stay home indefinitely, just until you have somewhere else to go. To run off with no idea of where you will stay is just plain stupid. It is asking for trouble. You don't say how old you are but in some cases you can be arrested just for running away. Would that really be preferable to what you are going thru now? I don't think that a juvenile detention facility is what you have in mind, is it? Be smart. Think.
As the other person said, the most important thing you will need is money and alot of it. Do you have any idea how much it costs just to eat? Even at McDonalds? You are not thinking clearly. Make plans...then act. Ask yourself, if you run away, where will you be sleeping tomorrow night? How will you pay for food? How will you stay clean? What will you do for clothes? Can you take enough with you? Do you have a car? Are you going to sleep in it? Do you mind if you get raped?
Stop and think before you act, that is all I am saying.

Answer 6

For whatever reason, your mother may be mad at you. I'm guessing that's why you think she wouldn't look for you. But trust me, if she isn't a drug addict or an alcoholic or insane, she will try to find you because she does love you. Your brother may just be an asshole - that's not a reason to run away.
I'm sorry your dad is dead. It has to be tough for you and your brother and your mom.
You don't need to run away. You need friends (not a friend - no, I think saying that is opening yourself up to exploitation - and sometimes that's how you fall under the influence of sexual predators..)
I know friends are a hard thing to produce just because you need them. But you can talk to a guidance counselor at school and ask what is the best way for you to get out of the situation of having people hate you. If she gives you some tired old crappy line about joining the pep club or something like that, tell her the truth about how you are really desperately unhappy and considering running away from home. That will make her sit up and listen!
Why do I think friends are the key to your home problems? Because you can put up with a lot of crap at home if you find some balance in having some friends. What you don't realize is that housing costs are really high - the cost of staying anywhere is really high - and that's why runaway teens end up on the streets hustling and dying. It really is that dangerous. A kid may think he can try shoplifting groceries to stay alive or even dive in a dumpster for scraps to eat but no one wants to live among alchoholics and druggies who actually try to sleep in dumpsters. Rats also like dumpsters. The Great Outdoors it is not. And it is not camping out like Scouts.
Make your bedroom your 'home' to feel safe in. Get some help from someone in Guidance about getting a small circle of friends or people who can just tolerate you! Try to make it through just one year of effort and you will be in a much better situation at home.
God bless you.

Answer 7

First, call the runaway hotline [phone] or 1-800-621-4000
or Boys and Girls Town 1-800-448-3000. These organizations will help you at no cost.

Now what NOT to do: Do NOT hitchhike (predators are everywhere), do NOT talk to strangers that initiate conversations and offer you food or lodging. Never put your backpack, luggage out of your sight unless it is locked up in a locker.

Take ID (put photocopies in your luggage (backpack, whatever). You WILL be asked for it at a variety of places (travel on a bus, train, plane, any public conveyance).

Do NOT carry cash. Carry only American Express travelers checks and keep several hidden on your person (tape them to your body if necessary or use a money belt). Keep your wallet on a chain attached to your pants.

Be aware you will be a target for a variety of predators including other runaways. Be VERY careful who you trust. Predators are looking to make you a drug runner, a prostitute (male or female), pickpocket, etc.

Before you runaway, check your local homeless shelters to see if they can direct you to resources for you to live alone. Check with Social Services to see how they can help you.

You need to know the facts. A lot of runaways don't make it. They get abused, used, fall into the cracks, and the traps that make your live a living hell. You may think you are there now, but you aren't.

Call the numbers above BEFORE you do anything. You need to talk to a counselor, or pastor/priest, or mental health professional before you make what could be the worst choice of your life.

No one wants you hurt or abused. No one. We want you alive, healthy, and happy. . . and you can be IF you use wisdom and don't run off half ******.

Answer 8

I am not going to tell you what to do. My cousin ran away a few months ago she is 16. When she was found she was placed in juvinile they thought since she ran away she was a troubled teen. The best thing to do is tell your mom that you are really unhappy and need a change of enviroment although if your dad has passed im sure she really needs you. Maybe you could suggest staying with an aunt or a grandma for a few months? The mature thing to do would be try to bring your family back together for every ones happiness. In the end however it is always your choice no matter what I say. I just wanted to give you some insight. Good luck!

Answer 9

Well you dont say how old you are but anywayz!!! When I was 16 I ranaway servral times but the last time I ran away I got rape by 5 guys !! I would think really hard b4 running away!! Also maybe see if you can stay with a family memeber !!! If not there are independant living programs out there that can help you as well if you are between 15 and 22 !!!! Also one more option for you could be job corps if you are 16 its like a tech school that trains you and feeds you and gives a roof over your head !!! Good luck and God Bless You

Answer 10

Running away does no solve anyhting, I am sorry you are going through the problems you are. I will keep you in my prayers. Turn to God and he will give you the strength you need to make it through. It will get better.

If you find that you still need to run away. You need a support system maybe a friend. Lots of money and an action plan. Figure out where you will go, live and feed yourself. Keep in touch with someone who can let you family know you are safe and well.