Why is it that ppl need to escape reality instead of just living?
People aren't /can't make the lives they want. Our society has put far too much pressure on everyone. People need an outlet.
Reality is complicated, ever changing and often unpleasant. So,many peopel choose a stable fantasy such as religion, because it is simple, doesn't chane (ate least not noticeably over theri lifetime), and the fantasy is much more pleasant than actual realities.
Many people live stressful lives, a little escapism is rejuvenating.
Sometimes reality is fucking horrible. Molested and abuse children, an abused and/or cheated on Spouse. Or maybe someone pounded by misinterpretations of religious scriptures.
Plenty of reasons I suppose.
Don't know. I usually try to stay away from it. I'm more comfortable in a book or on the computer.