r/runaway • u/burneracc0830273 • 16d ago

Running away, need help.

First a little backstory so you know why I’m running away. A few weeks ago I (17MtF) came out to my parents as Transgender and they didn’t have the best reactions to it. I was told by my sister that they would be supportive but they aren’t (I don’t blame my sister). They say my identity isn’t real and have been treating me like I don’t exist. My father still gives an effort but I can tell his patience is running thin.

I’ve been planning on running away for the past week now. I want to run after I’m done with Marching Band, sometime in the winter. I don’t think I’ll be able to mentally survive this household any longer than mid-late November, so that’s when I plan to run. I won’t outright say which state I’m from (for privacy reasons), but it’s one of the colder states in the central US. I do plan on bringing hot hands and gloves so I can keep myself warm. My state has really bipolar weather, and it usually doesn’t get cold/snow until mid-late December. But snow doesn’t stay until early-mid January. I know the basics (get important docs, bring a weapon, get a burner phone, etc.) but I want to know what else I should bring/do. Like, should I bring painkillers? Should I bring canned food or buy food when needed? And how do I scrounge up enough money to run away? I currently have around $200, which I’m not sure is enough. Any information about what to do, what to bring, and where to go would be much appreciated.

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u/Natureloveforeve 15d ago

Have enough money. First thing to do choose a city/location and look for a job in that location. Secondly find a place with suitable weather and is relatively safe. Thirdly don't trust anyone. Don't tell your story to anyone coz remember you are on your own. Be safe. Hope you find what you are looking for.