A recent study conducted by Forrest City in cooperation with Denver University, shows that almost three-quarters of Stapleton parents considered leaving their families at least once in 2011. This is up from 62% in 2006. “There are many factors that come into play here” says Denver University researcher Dr. Steve Epley. “The poor economy is a major factor, which can cause angst and depression. Sometimes, people think leaving their families and going to Vegas or Mexico is the best answer.”
Local parent Brad Haugen totally understands. “There are times, especially in the winter, where I realize the highlight of my week was going to King Soopers by myself to get groceries for a half an hour,” says Haugen. “So, have I thought about ditchin’? Yeah, I’ve thought about it.” The study goes on to show that only 3% of parents actually due end up leaving their families and that that for most, it is just a brief fantasy.
“Everyone daydreams,” says Epley. “Whether it be about playing on a professional sports team, becoming famous, or even making out with Rachel McAdams. We all do it, but understand these are just fantasies.”
Epley mentions that the key to keeping these just fantasies and not reality is variety. “Do things differently every week and make sure to break out of your same routine every now and then,” says Epley. “The more often you have a ‘run away’ fantasy, the more likely it is to come true.
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