Many find sanctuary in order to run away from the world and to turn their heads away from their problems. A sanctuary is a place to hide where one can live a different life than the one they lead. Whether it be an actual place or a hobby to submerge themselves in a sanctuary changes their state of mind for the time being.
The deaf man's sanctuary is alcohol. With alcohol, he can intoxicate himself and leave into a different state of mind, taking a temporary vacation from reality. The bartenders argue what is wrong with him, ignoring the real issues he might have. …
