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Do-it-Yourself
Crisis
Survival
"Live
and let live is not
enough;
live and help live
is
not too much "
-
Orison Swett Marden -
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HUMANS
NEED SPACE, BUT WE
NEED
COMMUNITY TOO!
It's not wise to
assume that just because you have food stores, a
back-up generator and a well-stocked first-aid
kit that all problems have been
solved.
During a
community, national or worldwide crisis (like
Y2K) everything from electricity, food and water
to communication, transportation and who knows
what other systems and services could/will fail.
In the process, as people panic-react, the daily
routines and interactuions that keep us sane in
'normal' times also break down. Until you're
actually faced with your social network of
supports not being there, you're not
really 'ready for anything'. It's best to
assume and prepare for the worst. Yet expect the
best!
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Lay The Groundwork For A 'Plan
'B'
Pre-arranged
communication channels are essential. There is
nothing so defeating as isolation. A back-up
radio and/or a CB radio are important, but
having links to community are equally as vital.
At the same tie that you're preparing
your self and
children,
think a little bigger. Start or join a community
preparedness group in your area. Since
organization is essential for the smooth running
of any group be sure to include: assignment of
duties, chores, goods and services delivery in
your neighborhood/ community
contingencies.
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Leisure Activities
In addition,
think about how you'll occupy your leisure time
without the resources of civilization.
Claustrophobia, depression, and fear can be
relieved by having things to do.
Establish social
ties with your immediate community. Having a
children's ball game, an evening of card
playing, morning coffee clubs and weekend
afternoon dart tournaments to look forward to
are as crucial to staying
alive as
having
enough food.
Think in terms of 'unplugged' fun.
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