Bug-Out Bags for College Students

Bug out bags for college students

When my youngest child went off to college in Boston in 2017, I packed him a pretty standard student bug-out bag and hoped he would remember to grab it in an emergency.  I hadn’t given it much thought beyond grabbing one of each of the bug-out bag essentials. I verbally told him what was in…

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Intro to Preparedness, Normalcy Bias, and Building a Routine

A woman celebrating her success

Intro to Preparedness, Normalcy Bias, and Building a RoutinIn this episode of the Mind4Survival podcast, we tackle three fundamental areas to living a prepared and resilient life. Whether you’re new to Preparedness or a seasoned pro, this episode offers valuable insights into why Preparedness matters now more than ever, how to help loved ones overcome…

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Long-Term Disaster Considerations for Families with Children

Part of preparedness is about fostering a sense of security and readiness within your family. For those new to preparedness, the thought of long-term disasters can be overwhelming. However, with practical steps and a calm approach, you can prepare your family without causing fear or anxiety. This article will guide you through critical considerations for…

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Preparing for Natural Disasters: Essential Tips & Strategies

A man and woman looking at their home that is burned down from a wildfire.

Natural disasters strike without warning, leaving devastation in their wake. Preparing for such events can be the difference between life and death. Earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and other disasters each present unique challenges. Understanding the threats specific to you and your family and taking proactive measures to prepare for them can enhance your safety and resilience.…

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Copy of Prepping Made Easy! How to Start Prepping (4-Step Guide)

A family going over the new prepping supplies while sitting in their living room.

Congratulations! Since you’re here, you’ve obviously taken the first and often most difficult step to becoming better prepared and more resilient. That first step is recognizing that we live in an unpredictable world. Like the millions of others who have come before you, you’re tired of the anxiety, worry, and concern that comes with our…

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It’s Chow Time: How to Cook Off-Grid

If the grid goes down for a couple of hours, it’s usually not a big deal. But if the outage goes on for a day or more, you might be looking to make more than dry cereal for lunch or dinner. Fortunately, there are several options for off-grid cooking. As a bonus, you probably have…

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Managing Medical Emergencies When Help is Delayed

A man providing medical care to a woman in the mountains

The ability to manage medical emergencies becomes vital in situations where medical help is delayed or unavailable. Whether on a family outing in a remote location, during a disaster or when your ability to get to higher-level medical care is impeded, knowing how to handle medical situations can make the difference between life and death.…

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Chicken Basics 101: Getting Started

Everything you need to know about backyard chickens

With times being as uncertain as they are, raising your own backyard chickens gives you a number of important advantages. Fresh, high-quality eggs not only taste better but also offer numerous nutritional benefits not to be found in store-bought eggs. And if you are raising chickens for meat, you have complete control over what is…

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Common Sense EDC

What Every Day Carry items do you keep with you?

For those not familiar with the acronym, EDC stands for Everyday Carry. It refers to the gear you keep with you on a regular basis. For some, it consists of items you grab before you head out the door to work or running errands. For others, it’s more along the lines of if you’re awake,…

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