Posts by Brian Duff
Event Safety: How to Be Safe at Concerts and Sporting Events
Some preppers seem to think that going to crowded events like concerts, theaters, and sporting events is totally antithetical to living a prepared lifestyle, but it doesn’t have to be if you have an event safety plan. (And this was even before the Covid pandemic made all of these things next to impossible.) With mass…
Read More18: How to Begin Prepping – Things You Should Know
Are you wondering how to begin prepping? People often fail when they want to get prepared because they plain don’t know where to start, and usually, that’s due to information overload. Some folks are intimidated because other preppers seem so much more advanced it feels like they can never reach that level. Waiting until tomorrow…
Read More17: All About Disaster Mindset
Reader Sam Cook asked, “What is the number one low-cost thing people can do to prepare a better disaster mindset?” As most preppers know, survival is all about a disaster mindset, some good luck, and the right knowledge. (This is the second half of a two-part episode featuring Sam Bradley. The first half can be…
Read MoreM4S 015: Chris Weatherman Takes the Fiction Out of Prepping
Ask anyone who’s into prepper fiction about their favorite author, and the chances are that Chris Weatherman (AKA Angery American) is high on their list. Chris Weatherman is not just a prolific author (check out his Angery American Amazon page here). He’s also the real deal when it comes to preparedness. In this interview, Chris Weatherman…
Read More14: Preparedness Training to Develop Your Mindset
The right kind of preparedness training can help you mentally prepare for dealing with stressful situations? Educate and train yourself ahead of time so you know what to do when an emergency strikes. By preparing in advance, you’ll be better able to physically and mentally deal with stressful situations. What you need is a plan.…
Read More13: Weather Preparedness Is About More Than Storms
Weather preparedness includes a whole lot more than just watching the forecasters on the evening news to figure out what you should wear the next day. Weather preparedness is a broad subject that includes understanding different types of weather events, forecasting, and events such as coronal mass ejections (CMEs) – and how all of these…
Read MoreM4S 011: Civilian Firearms Training and Mastering the Basics
The most important thing you can do when you decide to purchase a gun is to get the proper civilian firearms training. Just “having a gun” is not enough. Training from a proficient instructor will ensure you handle your weapon safely and accurately. Here are some of the concepts that an instructor should cover…
Read More10: How to Practice Situational Awareness
Being extremely observant can seem like a superpower, but anyone can do it if they know how to practice situational awareness. Situational awareness is being aware of your surroundings and understanding what is happening within your environment. If you only focus on what is within your bubble, you won’t be aware of what is happening…
Read MoreWhat Are the Best Prepper Investments You Can Make?
Many people, especially those new to prepping, often wonder what the best prepper investments are? When they ask, they often get a wide array of answers. Sometimes those answers are constructive, but other times their responses are not helpful. We have to remember, though, that we were all new preppers at one point and offer…
Read MoreM4S 009: What Is Wilderness First Aid?
What is Wilderness First Aid? You may know regular first aid, but what is wilderness first aid? It’s a set of skills that will serve you well when medical help could be hours, or even days, away. Wilderness first aid requires a mindset of self-confidence, calmness under pressure, and the belief that you can…
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