From the Crazy Old Prepper…
Listen Up, You Soft-Shelled Civilians: A Prepper’s Final Warning
I ain’t got much time left, and neither do you if you don’t start listening. So here’s what I need you to understand before the world chews you up and spits you out like a piece of old jerky.
1. The Government Ain’t Coming to Save You
I don’t care what you’ve been told. When the real collapse hits, FEMA, the cops, and your cozy little social safety net will be gone in a heartbeat. Do you think the government’s gonna send out care packages? Ha! They’ll be holed up in their own bunkers while you’re fighting over the last can of beans at the grocery store.
2. You Are Always 72 Hours from Chaos
That’s right. Three days. That’s all it takes for your peaceful neighborhood to turn into a war zone. First, the shelves go empty. Then, people panic. Then, it’s every man for himself. If you ain’t ready to fend for yourself right now, you’re already behind.
3. Food and Water Are Your Lifelines
Forget gold, forget crypto—when the grid fails, the only currency is survival. Stockpile canned food, rice, flour, honey, and beans. You better have a rainwater collection system and a way to purify water, because if you think tap water’s gonna keep flowing, you’re delusional.
4. If You Ain’t Armed, You’re a Target
I ain’t telling you to be a vigilante, but listen: when the hungry hordes come knocking, they won’t be asking nicely. A shotgun, a reliable rifle, and a sidearm should be in every home. And don’t just buy ‘em—train. A gun in untrained hands is as useful as a paperweight.
5. Your Skills Matter More Than Your Gear
I see too many so-called “preppers” with fancy gadgets and no clue how to use them. Can you build a fire in the rain? Can you purify water? Can you sew up a wound? If not, you’re already dead. Learn first aid, land navigation, and self-defense. Books won’t save you when you need to act.
6. Trust is a Luxury You Can’t Afford
Listen, I love my fellow man as much as the next old-timer, but desperate people do desperate things. Keep your mouth shut about your supplies. Loose lips empty stockpiles. Your best friend today might be your biggest threat when their kids are starving.
7. Mental Toughness is the Key to Survival
If you’re waiting for “normal” to come back, you won’t make it. The weak will fold when they realize DoorDash ain’t coming. You need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Discipline, routine, and a never-quit attitude will keep you alive when everything else fails.
8. Nature Will Be Your Teacher
You rely on stores and technology now, but when those are gone, the earth is your only resource. Learn foraging, hunting, and herbal medicine. The forest is your pharmacy, if you know where to look.
9. Don’t Be a Hero—Be Smart
You ain’t in an action movie. Running into a fight you could avoid is the fastest way to die. Survival isn’t about bravado—it’s about making it to tomorrow. Stay low, stay quiet, and let the idiots destroy each other while you get stronger.
10. The Best Time to Prepare Was Yesterday. The Next Best Time is NOW.
No more excuses. The world is teetering on the edge, and you ain’t got time to debate whether or not to start prepping. Start today. Stockpile food. Secure water. Learn skills. Get in shape. Harden your mindset.
Because when the real collapse comes… you either thrive or you die.
Now get moving.
Be Safe,
Crazy Old Prepper