Phase 3: where the existential dread of adulthood has set in. You're not sure how you got here, but you're pretty sure you're not sure what's going on.
Refuse to acknowledge the impending doom of your 401k, the inevitability of taxes, and the crushing despair of a never-ending to-do list.
Indulge in an endless loop of cat videos, memes, and reality TV shows to numb the pain of existence.
Explore the world of distraction.
Combine denial and distraction for maximum effect! Refuse to acknowledge the void while binge-watching cat videos.