4 essential items for self-sustainability

[FIIISH]

Nutritional supplements are absolutely vital in today's world
for health and well-being.

That being said, my guidance has told me for some time that
it is wise to be prepared for short-term disruptions in day to day
life(less than two weeks). Beyond that, I don't see the point.

Each person has to listen to what their own guidance is telling them.

[Swanny]

Great list

Heres a list for those on a budget

1 Water filter http://www.bwtechnologies.com/aquapure_traveller.html

2 Kelly kettle http://www.kellykettle.com/

3 Tins of Beans

4 a Lighter

That lot should keep you alive

[Anchor]

Originally Posted by FIIISH

That being said, my guidance has told me for some time that
it is wise to be prepared for short-term disruptions in day to day
life(less than two weeks). Beyond that, I don't see the point.

Each person has to listen to what their own guidance is telling them.

I agree with both paragraphs.

One has to do ones own risk assessment, figure out what one can do within the means available to them, take the actions necessary and then .....
put it all aside and stop thinking about things you really don't want to happen!

Focus on what you want, not what you dont want ...

A..

[morguana]

the four things i carry are
heavy duty bushcraft knife http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?s...D=134&P_ID=913

http://www.katadyn.com/usen/katadyn-...yn-pocket-usa/

blast match http://www.ultimatesurvival.com/prod...product_ID=436

and a pocket guide to wild foods and bushcraft
the rest is in my head, so hope i dont go mad!

bou x

[TheObserver]

Don't forget topography maps and a compass to watch the magnetic pole shift with.

[Swanny]

Water is the most important thing, without clean drinking water you only have a few days

[FIIISH]

Originally Posted by Swanny

Water is the most important thing, without clean drinking water you only have a few days

And without oxygen, you only have a few seconds.

[Swanny]

True

[morguana]

there wont be any oxygen near swanny, he'll have eaten tones of baked beans!

think gas masks!

bou x

[Swanny]

With my spork

[Anchor]

OMG you guys crack me up

[Carol]

Originally Posted by FIIISH

And without oxygen, you only have a few seconds.

Well there is that. If the atmosphere was to peel back.. we'd just drop our water vessels (body) and cross over. Not a bad way to cross.

[Humble Janitor]

Nice stuff but it's really only attainable if you have money. For those without money, it's gonna suck I bet.

[FIIISH]

Originally Posted by Humble Janitor

Nice stuff but it's really only attainable if you have money. For those without money, it's gonna suck I bet.

When you aren't sure how you are going to pay bills, or even buy food, it can be tough to stay positive. I know of many people who are in this situation right now. However, something always seems to come along that keeps them on their feet.

When it comes to preparations for living without the conveniences and
infrastructure we have now, I would say that it is prudent and wise to be
prepared. Some are in a better position to do this than others. I believe
that for some, a great deal of preparation is appropriate for their path
and what they have to accomplish. Others, not so much.

I expect that I will have everything that I need when I need it, and I think
it will be the same for you and many others. We will do just fine.

[Anchor]

Actually HJ you may have it backwards, those with money will face the greater challenge because when/if TSHTF they are the ones who will face the decision to give or not give, and then they will need to live with the consequences and karma of the desicion.

A..