We live in a world that is somewhat uncertain, according to many people. There are those of us who fear the impact of global warming, wait for natural disasters to wipe out our entire community, and want to be prepared in the event of a war. Some people devote their entire lives to learning what it would take to survive. You may think that these people are paranoid, but the truth is; they are going to be the ones you ask for help if something bad does happen. Are you prepared for the “What Ifs” that may come your way? If not, perhaps it is time to think about what you will do to help your family survive the unimaginable.
The Threat of Trouble
Throughout history, we have heard talk of the end coming toward us faster than we think. Predictions about the stock market crashing, natural disasters growing more frequent and devastating, and just absolute end of world type things. War is also a constant threat with the way that things are going, especially if you consider North Korea being angry and ISIS wanting to rule the world. You have a family and you love them. Your goal is to protect them. Protecting them may very well be a matter of planning for major issues before they come your way.
Planning for the Future
There are a lot of things that you can do to ensure that your family is safe from most things, but none of it can be done at the last minute. You will want to consider having the following items before disaster strikes.
*A full first aid kit available
*Food and water stored in a safe place
*Money hidden in a safe or in a bank account in another country
*A small gun to protect yourself and your family from danger
*Seeds so that you can grow your own food if necessary
*Batteries for your flashlights, radios, and other things that may be needed
*A water purifier
*Extra gas cans or propane tanks
*Extra medications that you may need
*Anything else that you feel will make it easier for you to survive a worst-case situation
Remember, if something bad does happen to the United States, doctors, food, gas, and other things that we depend on may become limited in supply. Crime rates, theft, and other things may soar. All of these things will impact your ability to thrive if you do not plan for them.
Are You Prepared?
Not everyone can afford to build an underground bunker or have another house in another country to fall back on if something bad happens on American soil. Therefore, you should think about what you need to do for yourself to make it through. This may mean that you go ahead and work on your strengths and weaknesses. For instance, a person who is out of shape may be less able to survive. It may be time to start exercising and preparing for the physical toll that a disaster may take. You may want to start gardening as a hobby to ensure that you know what will grow best for you at a later time. We all have to hope that nothing bad goes on in our lifetime, but the “what if” is always just around the corner. You have no reason to let it sneak up on you.