Why Your Excuses for Not Saving Money Are as Flimsy as a Paper Umbrella in a Hailstorm We need to have a heart-to-heart—or maybe a wallet-to-wisdom talk—because some of y’all are out here treating excuses like they’re heirloom tomatoes: precious, fragile, and worth protecting at all costs. “I can’t save Read more…
Once upon a time, in a digital land not so far away, phishing scams were as easy to spot as a penguin in the Sahara—clumsy misspellings, generic greetings, and the ever-classic Nigerian prince offering you a fortune. Ah, the good ol’ days when “Dear Sir/Madam” was the scammer’s go-to, and Read more…
When it comes to self-reliance, few things are as universally agreed upon as the need for sound financial preparedness—it’s the 9th Principle of Preparedness for good reason. Money keeps the lights on, food in the pantry, and your backup generator from gathering dust in the shed. But what happens when Read more…
Gold: The Shiniest Prepper Debate That Nobody Wants to Make Change For Gold. It’s the Beyoncé of metals—shiny, desirable, and endlessly talked about. Preppers love to toss around the idea of gold as a cornerstone of preparedness, but let’s get real for a second. While gold might sparkle in a 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…
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…
2014 will be the year of self-employment on Preparedness Pro. Sure, I’m going to continue to write regarding ALL of the 10 Principles of Preparedness, but this year I feel a sense of urgency, coupled with a strong passion, to really help make a change in the lives of our Read more…
Instead of bemoaning all that’s going wrong with our nation in recent events, I’ve chosen to try and help our readers fight back against all of this economic and political uncertainty. Over the next few days I’ll be posting a multi-part article series which will address specific ways that you Read more…