When we are faced with dramatic emergency situations, convenience can help keep us calm and eliminate some of the added stress that’s inevitable during a crisis. That’s why convenience is one of the basic rules to creating a solid emergency food pantry.
Preparedness Mindset
What To Expect When You Have to Evacuate
As Louisiana begins the cleanup from the mess Hurricane Ida caused, many residents are wondering if they will even have a home to go back to. The governor has urged all evacuees not to come back, but many are at a point where they can no longer afford to stay away from home.
Wildfire Evacuations By Vehicle: What To Do and What Not To Do
Wildfires have become “normal” in past few years, and those living in areas prone to droughts and fires need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Most of the time, that makes a vehicle the quickest way to escape a fire, so here is what you should and should not do when leaving in a car.
How The Haitian Earthquake Is A Grim Reminder of Supply Chain Vulnerability and Breakdowns
As the most recent death toll from the Haitian earthquake has hit a death toll of 1,297 many are reminded of the destructive aftermath of the 2010 Haitian earthquake that caused vast destruction and a rampant epidemic. This chaotic event can be detrimental to society in many different ways.
Four Reasons Why You Should Stash the Cash!
With inflation and gas and food shortages on the rise, it is an excellent idea to have some cash stashed for emergencies. I know we live in a world that believes that there is an ATM around the corner and keeping cash in your wallet or in your home is obsolete, but there are some events that will prove it is good to have some loose cash around.
Trade Secrets From a Car Thief: What Criminals Look For When They Want to Steal Your Car
A former car thief reveals the trade secrets that he looked for when he stole cars. Understanding these secrets can help you make safer choices when it comes to protecting what belongs to you.
How You Train Your Mind Will Either Make or Break You
The mind is a very powerful muscle in the body. In fact, it’s the strongest muscle and has the capacity […]
Mom-Approved Back-To-School Preparedness Kits For Kids
We moms can’t always be around to help when our kids need it. Having some handy items stashed away in a backpack for the kids to use can also teach them the importance of preparedness and the beginning steps of self-reliance.
Are You Prepared? 2019 Hurricane Forecast Predicts as Many as 14 Storms This Year!
According to the 2019 Hurricane Forecast, as many as 14 tropical storms are predicted this year. It could be a destructive hurricane season and based on the forecast, two to four of the projected storms are expected to turn into serious large-scale hurricanes. If you live in a hurricane danger zone, the real question is: are you prepared?
How to Stay Safe While Traveling Abroad
If you are planning a trip, it can be easy to get caught up in details about all of the exciting places you are going to visit, transportation, lodging, buying tickets, packing, and securing your home. There’s so much to do! But, be sure not to neglect one VERY important aspect of travel: safety.
Prepping For Women: How To Prepare MENTALLY When Our Brains Won’t Shut Off
One of the hardest things to get in order for us women is our mental state. When thinking of how to prepare ourselves for a catastrophe, we also often worry and become mentally overloaded thinking about everything from our children and what they might need to our dog and what he might need. Then, before we know it, our thoughts are spiraling out of control.
How To Find Hope in Hopeless Situations
Part of being preparedness-minded is keeping up with current events in order to be ready for anything. This means we are bombarded with bad news nearly every day. Unfortunately, this can cause our views on life to be quite bleak. Sometimes being informed makes it easy to slip into feelings of despair. And when bad times do invade our lives, it can be hard to hold on to hope.