Listen "Running Away from Life or Towards Cosplay?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we confront one of the biggest unspoken truths in the cosplay world: Are we creating because we genuinely love the craft… or because we’re escaping something in our lives that feels too heavy, too empty, or too uncertain?We explore how cosplay can become both a safe haven and a distraction, how conventions can feel like alternate realities, and why so many creators pour themselves into characters when their real lives feel out of control. But this isn’t a judgment—it’s a reflection. Cosplay can be a powerful outlet for expression, healing, identity, and purpose. The question is whether we’re using it to move forward or to hide.This episode challenges you to look at your motivations with clarity: What are you chasing? What are you avoiding? And how can you reclaim cosplay as a conscious, intentional part of your life rather than a place to disappear into?If you’ve ever wondered why you’re drawn to this world so intensely—or why it’s hard to step away—this episode offers real insight and a path to balance.Find the Sanctuary on Social:With Co-Host @astravoidcosplay Join Her Twitch Community! Follow Her On Instagram Subscribe to her YouTube ChannelLike, Comment, and SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZst......Of course you can share the video and follow us Online:Instagram: @heroesofcosplaysanctuaryTwitter: @hocspodcast
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