There comes a time in every teenager's life when sneaking out of the house becomes the only solution. Maybe there's a party you want to attend, you need to see friends, and other things you want to take care of. How do you get out of the house without waking mom, dad and the dog? Keep reading.
Steps
Method 1 of 5: Prepare a Plan
Step 1. Devise an escape plan
You have to decide when to go out, how, and where you will go. Sneaking out is not something you can improvise. Sit down and plan your strategy (memorizing or writing it down).
- What time do your parents go to sleep? What time could you go out without them noticing? More importantly, what time will you have to be home again?
- Where will you come from? What obstacles will you encounter along the way?
- Need to see a friend? Where is it? How are you going to get there and come back?
Step 2. Plan the route according to the situation
There are infinite variables, but only one way to win your freedom. Consider the following:
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If you plan to go out the window, first scan the surrounding terrain. If the window is on the ground floor, there will be no problem, but if you have to jump from the first floor instead be careful - being caught on the ground with a broken leg in the middle of the night would not be the best way to spend the evening. Is there a tree or a terrace that could facilitate the descent?
If you plan to leave during the day, it may be your only choice (from your bedroom window). You will need to lock the door, put some music on low volume or leave the TV on, and go out the window
- If the window you will have to alight through is not the one in your room, at least make sure it is away from where your parents are. Choose a window on the opposite side of the house.
- Before leaving, check the mosquito net of the window you have chosen. Some are difficult to maneuver and you will need to be careful not to damage it. Does it take off easily, and can it be put back on just as easily?
- If you have to go out the door, can you open the lock early? Can you leave it ajar by blocking it with something? How much noise would you make opening and closing it?
Step 3. Make a note of your parents' commitments
If your parents go to bed at 10:30 from Sunday to Friday to go to work in the morning, you can be on the safe side. But if they might be up to watch a movie or work late, have a backup plan.
If asking them what they have planned would not make them suspicious, well, do it. They might mention work to do or engagements after dinner. If you are one of those people who locks themselves in their rooms and draws on the computer all night, don't bother; you would only make them suspicious
Step 4. Look for the stairs
If you are unlucky and have to go up and down stairs on the way, prepare in advance. Where do they make noise? Where do you have to put your feet to make as little noise as possible? In general, using the railing can work around the problem, but each situation can be different.
Experiment with different types of shoes. Maybe the socks would make less noise or maybe the tennis shoes could be fine. When night comes, try to make as little noise as possible
Method 2 of 5: Prepare for the Escape
Step 1. Prepare your clothes
You may think that this is unimportant but, in case you are caught out, the clothes you are wearing could be an indication of guilt. It will therefore be better to have some escape clothes and then something to change into when you are outside. There are two possible choices:
- Wear your evening clothes under your pajamas. If your parents wake up while you are sneaking out, you can always tell them that you were going to get a CD or some water or that you simply couldn't sleep.
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Hide clothing outside the home. You can put them in a place where they won't be discovered - neither by people nor by animals. In the garage it might be the best solution.
Put them in a bag. This way, when you change clothes, the clothes you had to wear will fit in your bag (unless you choose to hide them) and you can easily take them with you
Step 2. View the path
Now that you know what to do and when to do it, what obstacles might you encounter? Make sure nothing can go wrong between points A and B - the exit must go smoothly.
- Where will the dog be? If necessary, remove it from the path already the night before. It could dazzle when you least expect it.
- If you need to wander around in the dark, remove any items that may be causing you problems. Tripping over something, or breaking it, or knocking over a vase that your mother is fond of, are all things that could make you discover.
Step 3. Put some clothes or stuffed toys under the covers
If and when your parents walk into the room to see if you are in bed, they may be deceived. If you have a doll with hair similar to yours, use it!
You can also leave a note under there for your parents, telling them where you are. That way, if your parents find out you're not in bed, they'll at least know where you are. This strategy can help you ease any punishment, because they will take into account that you have worried about them
Step 4. Evaluate if you should "sleep" downstairs
Find a place where you can pretend to sleep, as close as possible to your chosen exit. If they see you "sleeping" on the couch, just say that you don't feel so good, that you are tired of watching TV, or that you just wanted to sleep down.
- Depending on how your parents are, this method may only work once (or two at most); if you use it often your parents might get suspicious. On the other hand, if you sleep there often, your parents might get used to the idea that sleeping on the sofa is normal for you and would become less suspicious. In this case, it would be better to sleep a few nights on the sofa even if you are not planning on going out.
- If you have to walk outside, try to blend in; not as a military man - simply by adapting to the environment; it is not necessary to wear a black mask, a black jumpsuit and black pants. Think about which colors are predominant in the places you will go. What should you wear to go unnoticed?
- Blue, dark green, brown and dark gray generally blend well into the night. Avoid black (few things are black) and bright colors, so as not to unnecessarily draw attention to yourself.
- If the streets you have to travel on are poorly lit, wear light-colored clothing anyway. It will be better to avoid being run over.
Method 3 of 5: Take Action
Step 1. Prepare your return
In the unfortunate event that your parents wake up and close the doors, take a key with you. To be 100% sure you can reenter, leave a window open. Just make sure you don't leave any traces when you return!
Step 2. Stay calm
With the rush and adrenaline you will have, you could easily get excited and make bad decisions. Try to stay calm. If you don't, the consequences could be severe!
Don't worry too much about being late for your date with your friends. If you need more time than expected to remove the mosquito net, take your time. Maybe text them, don't lose your temper and don't rush down the stairs, avoid breaking windows just to be on time
Step 3. Choose a suitable place to meet
Choose one that is halfway to your friends' houses, but also out of sight of your neighbors. Better not to attract suspects, they could call the police!
Step 4. Prepare a story to tell if anyone asks you for an explanation
It all depends on where you get "caught", and at that point use your surroundings as an alibi. If they found you in the kitchen, you were hungry. If they catch you on your way out, tell them you heard a noise out there and were afraid it was a robbery. If they find you in the garden (maybe still in your pajamas), you were waiting for the meteor shower.
Be smart. If you carry a purse or wallet with you, it could be a compromising clue. If you have your cell phone in your hand, you are screwed. Make sure you can tell a credible story, maybe even a little weird
Step 5. When you return home, be equally cautious
It's not done yet. Leave your belongings (phone, purse, jacket, wallet, hat, shoes) in a safe place outside the home - your parents may be waiting for you in the house. If you left your pajamas hidden, put them back. They may think you're crazy, but the punishment might be lighter if you mess them up.
It's up to you to make up the story. What suits your personality? Can a walk be a good excuse? Do you have a box in a tree or similar place to hide in? If they ask you why you did something so stupid, tell them you were under stress from something like a class assignment or a performance etc. They may still punish you, but in a less severe way
Step 6. Delete the SMS and calls
In case your parents are expecting you or have suspicions the next day, delete the data on your phone. They may have the brilliant idea to pick it up when you're distracted and check it out. Make sure they find no evidence!
Erase everything. With an empty box you will become less suspicious, but avoid deleting only the messages of the last 24 hours. Many people periodically clear their memories, and so do you
Method 4 of 5: In Case of Problems
Step 1. Make a backup plan
If you are away from home, maybe you are walking in an unfamiliar place and your friends can't help you, you may need a phone to be able to get back. In this case it is important not to panic. Breathe. Who could take you home?
Consider the different options. You may not feel like calling your parents, but it might also be the right thing to do. The situation could get worse, you could be found by the police, and you'd be in trouble. Or you could call someone who can take you away right away. Your parents may appreciate the fact that you called and may decrease the punishment
Step 2. Don't panic
It will not be the end of the world. Sneaking out of the house is not a crime - of course, if you go robbing a bank it is! So stay calm. By panicking you will only make the situation worse.
make up a story, but only if you believe it will work. Sometimes sincerity is the best solution in these circumstances - or at least something that resembles the truth. If you say a friend of yours had a panic attack or wanted to commit suicide, make sure your parents (and law enforcement) don't contact your friend. Your story has to work
Step 3. Work with the authorities
If a cop stops you when you are away from home, it is best to cooperate. If he stops you for something more serious, it is all the more in your interest to cooperate.
Step 4. If your parents call you, somehow let them know that you are okay
They don't need to come and pick you up, but texting them and telling them you're coming back can help calm you down. If they were to be alarmed, they could warn the whole neighborhood. The situation could get out of hand.
If you are nearby, it is possible to use an alibi. However, your parents aren't stupid. Make up something outrageous, and make sure they believe it really happened. If you say you wrestled with a giant squirrel, make it look realistic. If you tell of the past night watching the stars, you sports to dress with weed. I suppose you know how
Method 5 of 5: For the Next Time
Step 1. Use different alibis
If you get caught red-handed and claim every time you thought you heard something, your parents will begin to understand that you are up to something. Change tactics otherwise it won't work.
Try to understand what works. If you have a passion for biology, tell your parents that your teacher told you about worms and their nocturnal habits. If you don't care about biology, talk about it a few days before to make it more believable
Step 2. Memorize your parents' habits
Adapt the strategy to their routine. On which days are they most tired? In which ones do they get up first? And what makes them less suspicious?
If you have siblings, it may help to note their commitments as well. It will be a little tricky, but you will get results over time
Step 3. Expect to be exhausted
If you're going to be out all night and have to go to school the next day, or just pretend you've had a normal night, you will be terribly tired. Down with a coffee or energy drink.
- The caffeine will serve you the day after the escapade, depending on how the situation will be; you must prevent your tiredness from attracting the attention of others.
- Some parents wait in the morning and make you do a lot of things knowing that you are really tired. You tried to rip them off, now they want to rip you off. Get over it, it will always be better than coming out!
Advice
- Maintain a NATURAL attitude. The day you run away must be a normal day. Don't talk about it with your friends on the phone or go to sleep at a different time than usual: your parents will get suspicious.
- If you have an appointment with your boyfriend or girlfriend, make arrangements to meet away from your home, for example on the corner of a street a few hundred meters from your home.
- If the door squeaks, fix it in time by oiling it. Make sure you wipe off any excess oil, they may notice it.
- If you go to someone's house, stay out of trouble and avoid causing damage.
- Before you leave the room, make sure your phone is set to silent mode, avoiding vibration, because if they catch you and you can come up with an excuse, but your phone rings in front of them, they'll get suspicious. Or, turn it off, at the cost of missing a few calls: even the light that turns on when you receive a text message or a call could betray you.
- Before returning, take off your make-up and take off accessories and jewelry.
- Make sure your parents are sleeping; put one ear close to their door to hear your father snoring or any movement. If you hear them snoring, it's time to go.
- If you intend to stay out all night, tell your parents that you will sleep at a friend's house and really go there, so you will have an iron alibi. Then, tell your friend about the plan and walk away, meeting the person you are dating.
- If your parents have turned on the alarm, look for the sensor on the window and put a magnet on it, it will not sound.
- If your brother or sister's room is adjacent to yours and you don't know if he's sleeping, pretend you're going to the bathroom. Stop for a few minutes and flush the toilet, the flushing noise will cover you as you quietly step out the back or window. It will be better to use the bathroom closest to the escape route.
- If you step out the window, even if it's obvious, step out with your feet first. Leaning out with the rest could cause damage to the neck or head (even fatal), it is dangerous!
- If you trust your siblings, tell them you are going to sneak out. They can help you if you get caught or help you escape. This is in cases where your brother does not share a room with you, so as not to involve him.
- If your brothers / sisters catch you make sure they don't tell your parents anything or make sure you tell them first
Warnings
- Delete this page from your browser history, your parents could check it.
- If they catch you and make an excuse, wait a couple of months before trying to escape again, your parents will keep their eyes and ears open. Wait a couple of months before trying again.
- Don't leave anything to chance. Parents often know more than you think, so be careful and take the right precautions every time.
- Make sure you plan more than one way home - the main one might be occupied by your parents or your neighbors might see you. For example, leave another window open. You are never too sure.
- If you take it with you, be sure to lock your cell phone, to avoid accidentally calling your parents while you are out.
- Avoid getting caught with illegal substances, especially if you are a minor.
- Take your cell phone with you. In an emergency you may need it.
