I actively resent escapism. Content can be educational and empowering. Socialising is very important. But if the sole purpose is unearned dopamine, I don't want to be exposed to that. Not in my presence please. I actively resent it. And I must hold myself to the same standard of course.
Some things didn't go how I thought they would. They were out of my control, but I planned around them. Guess I miscalculated. Not having leverage or control made me a bit too negative, unfortunately. I can't be sulking, and I can't turn to escapism, I had to pivot. So I did. I'm in a much better place than I was last week, and the things that weren't going my way, seem to be going my way now.
Of course it is, patience. But I have new paths to self improvement that I will stick to nonetheless.