# The Modern Prepper: Returning to Traditional Self-Reliance In recent years, the term “prepper” has entered our cultural lexicon, often conjuring images of underground bunkers and extreme survivalists. But strip away these sensationalized stereotypes, and you’ll find something far more familiar and fundamental: the age-old wisdom of self-reliance and personal Read more…
Here’s the mother of all blog articles! 100 Preparedness and Survival Movies to Help With Your Mental Fortitude Playing the “what if” game is a great way to better establish mental fortitude for when a crisis does come around. You can’t get your body to go where your mind has Read more…
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with immense responsibility—not just in preparing for the moment you may need to use it, but also in dealing with the life-altering aftermath. In our litigious society, even a justified self-defense act can lead to criminal investigations, civil lawsuits, and financial devastation. In fact, Read more…
In high-stress defensive shooting situations, accuracy and safety are paramount. An often overlooked but highly effective strategy is taking a knee before firing your weapon. This technique not only stabilizes your aim but also significantly reduces the risk of unintended harm to bystanders or damage to nearby properties. It is Read more…
The moment you need to defend yourself is just the beginning. What happens in the critical minutes after a defensive incident can impact the rest of your life. Understanding and preparing for these moments is just as crucial as your marksmanship training. While many focus on the mechanics of self-defense, Read more…
When it comes to preparedness, few things punch above their weight like Epsom salts. This humble, shelf-stable wonder is as versatile as duct tape but far less sticky. With a knack for soothing sore muscles, boosting your garden, and unclogging drains, Epsom salts deserve a place in every prepper’s arsenal. Read more…
The Nutrient Crisis and Preparedness: Bridging the Gap with Supplements and Sustainable Gardening Modern agriculture has robbed our soil—and, consequently, our food—of essential nutrients. Even the most health-conscious among us, diligently eating fruits and vegetables, are still likely missing out on key vitamins and minerals. For preppers, this isn’t just Read more…
How Preppers Can Earn Extra Income Without Selling Your Favorite Bug-Out Bag Prepping isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. And let’s face it, it’s an expensive one. Between the freeze-dried meals, tactical gear, and enough batteries to power a small city, it’s easy to wonder if you’ll have to start Read more…
Let me share a sobering story that veteran firearms instructor Mike Seeklander witnessed: A well-trained student took multiple rounds to the chest during what should have been a routine training scenario. Now before you worry – this was simulated training using non-lethal ammunition. But the lesson? It was devastatingly real. Read more…
Building Community Resilience Without Looking Like That “Crazy Prepper” I’ve been there – facing what felt like insurmountable challenges that seemed too big to handle alone. But because I’d spent years quietly building connections and fostering genuine relationships in my community, I never had to face those challenges by myself. Read more…