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When you are in a crisis situation your level of mental toughness is one of the key indicators to how well you’ll endure a stressful situation. Often times in a crisis it’s our mind that defeats us before other factors creep in. Have you ever watched the show Alone? On this show, there are professional survival list that try and stay in the Alaskan wilderness for as long as possible. “Winners” often only stay afloat between 30 and 60 days, with many contestants tapping out due to sickness or to mental anguish. Mental stressors can break anyone down no matter...

No matter whether you are in a survival situation or simply trying to supplement your family’s diet with nutrition, growing your own food is one of the best skills you can train in as a savvy prepper. Gardening is no longer out of style, as many people are learning gardening to save money or make a sustainability statement by having a garden. In 2020 as the Covid pandemic took hold across the U.S., even many Americans felt the worry of food security magnify and many people lined up for food handouts that never imagined they’d be running out of food....

Hygiene should be a priority in any savvy prepper's planning activities. No matter if it’s a hurricane, electricity out, or a more violent type of conflict like civil unrest; taking care of your body's most basic needs should be one of your priorities after securing immediate safety and shelter. Certain family members may have very specific hygiene needs such as children, the elderly, and females. Start your planning by thinking specifically about your immediate family members and the unique hygiene needs they each may have. You’ll also want to make sure that you secure hygiene supplies prior to an emergency...