Survival Skills
Mental Walkthroughs: Running Realistic Drills In Your Head Before The Crisis Hits
Ask an experienced firefighter what happens during the first ninety seconds of a structure fire and you may hear something...
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Seasonal Rhythms: How Native, Pioneer, And Amish Families Planned Their Year
Modern life has gradually replaced the calendar of the land with the calendar of appointments, notifications, and deadlines. Earlier generations...
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Emergency Declarations That Never End: How To Live Under Permanent Temporary Rules
Americans are used to hearing the word “emergency.” A storm becomes an emergency. A virus becomes an emergency. A border...
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A Digital Fast For The Whole Family: Unplugging To Reconnect
I used to think screens were simply tools. A phone helped me check the weather. A tablet kept the children...
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How I Build A Culture Of Gratitude In A Prepared Family
Preparedness has changed the way I look at my home. I notice how much food is on the shelves. I...
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What To Do in the First Five Minutes of Any Emergency
Most preparation happens before an emergency, some happens during the emergency, and some happens afterward. Saving a checklist of immediate...
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