{"id":4721,"date":"2012-04-12T17:12:57","date_gmt":"2012-04-13T00:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/offgridsurvival.com\/?p=4721"},"modified":"2023-10-31T22:39:53","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T05:39:53","slug":"preppertips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offgridsurvival.com\/preppertips\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tips for Preppers to Prepare for SHTF Situations"},"content":{"rendered":"

Being prepared really isn\u2019t that complicated, it just takes a willingness to do something about your situation. If you haven’t started prepping, it\u2019s time to start taking the decisive actions you need to take to keep yourself and your family safe.<\/p>\n

\"Prepared<\/p>\n

Here are 10 ideas that can help get you started:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Threat Assessment<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Part of truly being prepared for anything means knowing exactly what threats you\u2019re going to face and then analyzing how those threats will affect you in the future. By performing a realistic threat assessment, you can get a better idea of what threats you’re facing and learn how to prepare for those threats in the future.<\/p>\n

2. Planning for the most likely SHTF Scenarios<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you’re just getting started in the world of prepping, preparing for an EMP or an asteroid hitting the earth is probably not the best course of action. While both of those scenarios are scary, the probability of them happening is actually pretty low. That\u2019s not to say that you shouldn\u2019t prep for these things, I\u2019m just suggesting that you prep for the most likely dangers first.<\/p>\n

3. SWOT Analysis<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Performing a SWOT Analysis is a great way to determine how prepared you really are. A SWOT Analysis is a simple, but useful method of pinpointing your Strengths and Weaknesses. Performing one will also help you identify Opportunities that you can exploit, and Threats that you might face in a SHTF situation.<\/p>\n

4. Living Debt Free\u2026 Is it part of your survival plan?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s great to be prepared for an end of days scenario, but what happens when you\u2019re faced with a foreclosure or the possibility of living on the streets? Is that not a survival situation?  To be truly prepared for the worst, we must also think of our financial security. That means paying off debt, living within your means, and starting an emergency fund.<\/p>\n

5. Get in Shape NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

No matter what survival situation you may ultimately find yourself in, there’s one thing that you\u2019ll likely find; survival is going to be hell on your body. One of the best things you can do to ensure your survival, in just about any situation, is to make sure your body and your mind are trained and prepared to survive. That means motivating yourself to get off your butt and get in shape.<\/p>\n

6. Train with Repetition<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

To really be able to rely on your knowledge when things go bad, you need to run through your survival techniques in a number of real-world scenarios and environments. The more you train in real world situations, the more likely it is that you’ll be able to perform these skills in a high-stress survival situation.<\/p>\n

7. Train Your Mind<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Survival isn\u2019t glamorous, and it\u2019s nothing like what\u2019s depicted on T.V. Survival shows. It is downright brutal, and will beat the hell out of you not only physically, but emotionally as well. Don’t overlook the importance of cultivating a mindset that will allow you to face life’s greatest challenges.<\/p>\n

8. Survival Intelligence \u2013 Power of Information<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

In a survival situation, knowledge is going to be a critical factor in determining the outcome of your situation. The ability to be able to predict what will happen during an emergency is an important part of being prepared. Start gathering a list of trusted resources and information sources that can help you prepare for whatever the future has in store.<\/p>\n

9. Be Prepared to Bug Out<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Many preppers talk about the prospects of bugging out; but how many of them have the skills, or the strength to actually do it? It\u2019s one thing to talk about bugging out; it\u2019s another thing to carry your gear 10-15 miles a day in dangerous and unforgiving conditions.<\/p>\n

10. Bugging out with Kids<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

During a SHTF situation, maintaining a sense of normalcy is going to be a very important concern when dealing with children. With children, comfort items can go a long way in helping them feel as safe and secure as possible. Don’t overlook how important it will become to give them a sense of comfort and control during a stressful SHTF situation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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