Summary: Are you ready to start prepping so that you're ready for anything life throws at you? If so, you’ve come to the right place.<br> <br> <br> <br> Prepping is for everyone, including everyday folks like you and me who want to be prepared for both big disasters and life’s little curveballs.<br> <br> <br> <br> Drawing on my extensive background in security, crisis management, and preparedness, from serving as a Special Operations team leader to advising international security operations, working as a paramedic, and a bachelor's degree in Security Management, I'll distill my real-world experiences into practical advice for enhancing your outlook and strategy on prepping.<br> <br> <br> <br> .stk-3b85b42 li,.stk-3b85b42 ul li a,.stk-3b85b42 ol li a{color:#cf2e2e !important}.stk-3b85b42 .stk-table-of-contents__table{column-count:1 !important}Content (Jump to a Topic)Step 1. What is Prepping?Step 2: Assess Your RiskStep 3: Build an Emergency KitStep 4: Develop a PlanStep 5: Home SecurityStep 6: Learn Essential Survival SkillsStep 7: Monitor and UpdatePrepping FAQ<br> <br> <br> <br> Step 1: What is Prepping?<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Prepping is the effort preparedness-minded people make to become more safe, confident and self-reliant so that they and their families are prepared to face any crisis, minimize their unwanted struggles, and live their best possible lives.<br> <br> <br> <br> As such, prepping involves taking the proactive steps necessary to identify and manage potential risks by increasing one’s capability to thrive in any situation. Contrary to the belief of many, that doesn’t only apply to survival situations. Instead, it applies to all of life’s challenges. Prepping prepares people to deal more effectively with job loss, medical problems, car troubles, family issues, and the occasional SHTF disaster. <br> <br> <br> <br> The Definition of Prepping<br> <br> <br> <br> I define preparedness as:<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> All the efforts taken to ensure survival, minimize unwanted struggle, and live their best possible life.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Why Should a Person Start Prepping?<br> <br> <br> <br> Understanding the need to be ready at only a moment's notice, preparedness involves recognizing the unpredictability of emergencies and their potential impact on our lives. It’s well-known that being unprepared can lead to dire circumstances, especially when emergency services and aid organizations are overwhelmed. As such, self-reliance and personal responsibility are vital to guaranteeing our well-being and that of our loved ones.<br> <br> <br> <br> Emergency Prepping Reduces Stress<br> <br> <br> <br> Emergency preparedness also reduces the stress and anxiety on ourselves and our loved ones by providing a sense of control and peace of mind. As a result, it enables us to approach disasters with strength, confidence, and a positive can-do attitude. This proactive mindset not only increases our chances of survival but also fosters a sense of unity and cooperation among family members and communities, which is crucial during challenging times.<br> <br> <br> <br> Stressed Out About Prepping: Learn How to Manage Stress & Anxiety in Preparedness<br> <br> <br> <br> Three Goals of Prepping<br> <br> <br> <br> As discussed in the definition, the goals of preparedness are survival, minimizing unwanted struggle, and living the best life possible.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Survival involves avoiding massive trauma and maintaining homeostasis.<br> <br> <br> <br> Minimizing unwanted struggle involves reducing difficulties in life, such as health problems, financial difficulties, disasters, personal loss, relationship issues, addiction, etc.<br> <br> <br> <br> Living your best possible life involves experiencing love and belonging and proactively pursuing personal growth...
