Exactly. What I’m wondering, though, is how things can get this metaphorically “hot” and more people haven’t realized we’re starting to boil? We’ve been on this track for a long time.
You’re definitely right though. Twice weekly my
gas price goes up ~3-5 cents a gallon (in America, mid-west). My grocery bill has significantly increased.
I’ve been trying to prep for a little while now, buying a few extra non-perishable things here and there when I can. If I have time to save, I’m thinking of investing in a higher quality solar generator, because I need to be able to keep insulin cold. How I’m going to get a hold of that if shit really crumbles, I don’t know.
I’m thinking of having a discussion with people close to me/neighbors about it all to see where they stand and what out plan is if/when SHTF.
I guess my questions for you are, are you prepping? What are some things you’d recommend for me to do, if you are? How do I bring up such a conversation with people? When will the machine grind to a halt, in your eyes? I see it within the next 10-15 years, conditions worsening every step of the way. With this summer’s potential to wreak havoc through droughts and heat waves (literally melting some of our infrastructure), prices will only continue to climb. Energy crisis is looming and gas will continue to increase.
I live in Canada, but I’m seeing a lot of similar trends here as well. I’m not prepping at the moment, but it’s definitely something that’s been on my mind. I think you’re on the right track with trying to connect with your neighbours and to see how you can start supporting each other when shit hits the fan.
One big problem is how important supply chains are nowadays. Most communities aren’t self sufficient, and rely on functioning supply chains for their supply chains. Once there’s civil unrest and supply chains start collapsing, then millions of people are going to end up being cut off for basic necessities.
It’s actually interesting to read about the collapse of the Roman empire which also relied on economies of scale. Europe was plunged into the dark ages in mere decades once supply chains collapsed and they were cut off from other productive regions of the empire.
I definitely am starting to and will continue, simply because logistically I can’t buy it all at once and it’s better to start earlier than never.
That definitely is a huge issue, even for me personally. I’ve got my own garden, but it definitely isn’t enough to sustainably live off of. My plan is to amp purchasing everything necessary for survival up and to create a network of like-minded people that will do the same so that when the time comes, we can provide aid to each other and people in need. This will only grow numbers/friendly relations and, if all goes to plan, promote a sense of community rather than an individualistic one. A strong group of people working together will unleash productive forces and may give humans a chance.
I definitely will read into that, I’m certainly behind on Roman history. That sounds terrifying, though.
Exactly. What I’m wondering, though, is how things can get this metaphorically “hot” and more people haven’t realized we’re starting to boil? We’ve been on this track for a long time.
You’re definitely right though. Twice weekly my gas price goes up ~3-5 cents a gallon (in America, mid-west). My grocery bill has significantly increased.
I’ve been trying to prep for a little while now, buying a few extra non-perishable things here and there when I can. If I have time to save, I’m thinking of investing in a higher quality solar generator, because I need to be able to keep insulin cold. How I’m going to get a hold of that if shit really crumbles, I don’t know.
I’m thinking of having a discussion with people close to me/neighbors about it all to see where they stand and what out plan is if/when SHTF.
I guess my questions for you are, are you prepping? What are some things you’d recommend for me to do, if you are? How do I bring up such a conversation with people? When will the machine grind to a halt, in your eyes? I see it within the next 10-15 years, conditions worsening every step of the way. With this summer’s potential to wreak havoc through droughts and heat waves (literally melting some of our infrastructure), prices will only continue to climb. Energy crisis is looming and gas will continue to increase.
I live in Canada, but I’m seeing a lot of similar trends here as well. I’m not prepping at the moment, but it’s definitely something that’s been on my mind. I think you’re on the right track with trying to connect with your neighbours and to see how you can start supporting each other when shit hits the fan.
One big problem is how important supply chains are nowadays. Most communities aren’t self sufficient, and rely on functioning supply chains for their supply chains. Once there’s civil unrest and supply chains start collapsing, then millions of people are going to end up being cut off for basic necessities.
It’s actually interesting to read about the collapse of the Roman empire which also relied on economies of scale. Europe was plunged into the dark ages in mere decades once supply chains collapsed and they were cut off from other productive regions of the empire.
I definitely am starting to and will continue, simply because logistically I can’t buy it all at once and it’s better to start earlier than never.
That definitely is a huge issue, even for me personally. I’ve got my own garden, but it definitely isn’t enough to sustainably live off of. My plan is to amp purchasing everything necessary for survival up and to create a network of like-minded people that will do the same so that when the time comes, we can provide aid to each other and people in need. This will only grow numbers/friendly relations and, if all goes to plan, promote a sense of community rather than an individualistic one. A strong group of people working together will unleash productive forces and may give humans a chance.
I definitely will read into that, I’m certainly behind on Roman history. That sounds terrifying, though.
Pray for us all