Prepper’s Long Term Survival Guide: A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide to learn the Realms from A-Z of Self-Sufficient Living 1612432735

Table of contents :
Introduction
Chapter 1: The Realms of Self-Sufficiency
What Is Self-Sufficiency?
Why Do People Choose to Be Self-Sufficient?
The Types of Self-Sufficiencies
When Is the Right Time to Become Self-Sufficient?
What Is Sustainable Living?
Why Do People Choose to Be Sustainable?
Self-Sufficiency and Sustainable Living
Self-Sufficiency and the Future
Finding Balance
Chapter 2: Importance of Self-Sufficiency
More Time
It’s about Getting Closer to Nature
A Stricter Sense of Community
More Money
Comfortable and Sustainable Living Spaces
Security and Financial Independence
Opportunities for Self-Employment and Business Ownership
Spend Time with Your Family
Develop a Strong Work Ethic
Save Money and Plan for the Future
Believe in Yourself and Stay Positive
Learn from Your Mistakes and Keep Improving
Follow Your Heart and Stay True to Yourself
Improve Your Skills and Education
Travel and See the World
Always Have a Plan B
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
Have a Plan for Emergencies
Keep Yourself Busy and Find a Way to Enjoy Your Life
Think About Your Priorities in Life
Look for Ways to Make Money Online
Make Sure Your Partner Is on the Same Page
Think About What You Can Do on the Side
Find New Ways to Improve Your Life
Keep Up with the Latest News and Ideas
Keep Your Focus On Yourself and Your Actions
Find New Opportunities for Growth and Exploration
Get Involved in Your Local Community
Make New Friends
Learn to Relax and Take a Break
Learn to See the Positive Side of Things
Take Up a Hobby
Find the Right People to Support You
Take a Class That Will Help You Grow
Think About Volunteering
Find a Mentor
Chapter 3: Challenges of Being Self-Sufficient
Necessity
The Pantry Challenge
Laundry Challenges
Going Green
Keeping Up with Modern Technology
Challenges with Transportation
Other Challenges with Self-Sufficiency
Chapter 4: How to Get Started
Determine What You Need to Become Self-Sufficient
Think About the Basics
What Will You Eat?
Before You Even Get Started!
Chapter 5: The Road to Sustainable Living
What Is Living a Sustainable Lifestyle?
The Problem with Modern Society
Organic Foods vs. Conventional Foods
Choosing Organic Produce
Choose Local Produce
Are You Getting Enough Fresh Air?
Chemical Products vs. Natural Cleaning Products
Save Water and Energy at Home
Ban Plastic Bags and Get Reusable Bags
Carpool
Taking Care of Your Pets
What Do You Do with Your Leftovers?
Plant a Garden and Grow Your Food
Make Your Own Household Cleaners
Reusing Items
Using Solar Power for Your Appliances
Thrift Stores and Garage Sales
Using Less Gasoline
Public Transportation
Composting
Recycling
Buying Locally
Using Fewer Plastics and Paper
Lose the Dryer
Collecting Rainwater
Using the Sun for Power
Using Less Stuff
Using More Efficient Appliances
Reducing Waste When Cooking Food
Using a Bicycle
Recycling Instead of Throwing Away
Carpooling
Turning the Water Off
What You Can Do to Save the Environment
Focusing On What You Can Control
Chapter 6: Surviving Off-the-Grid
Off-the-Grid Defined
A Life Off-the-Grid
Rainwater Collection
Composting Toilet
Wood-Burning Stove
Growing a Garden
Raising Animals
Crafting and Repurposing Items
Storing Drinking Water
Efficient Off-Grid Cabin Heating and Cooling
Conserve Power and Water
Use Solar-Powered Appliances
Stay Warm
Save Money on Your Bills
Chapter 7: Surviving the Worst Conditions
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Volcanic Eruptions
Lightning
Wildfires
Floods and Mudslides
Diseases and Infections
Food and Water Contamination
Avalanches and Snowstorms
Chapter 8: Shelter
Where to Go
Types of Outdoor Shelters
How to Prepare for the Worst-Case Scenario
Emergency Kit
What to Do When There Is No Possible Way for Rescue
Long Term Shelter Solutions
Chapter 9: Food and Water
How Much Food and Water?
Where Should I Store Food and Water?
What’s the Best Way to Store Water?
Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Water Storage?
What Are the Benefits of Using Water Treatment Solutions vs. Chlorine?
What Should You Cook?
What Foods Should You Store?
Foods to Avoid
Storing Methods
What Foods Should You Eat First?
Tools for Preparing Your Meals
Preparedness Cooking Tips
Chapter 10: Protecting Yourself from the Elements
Survival in Cold Conditions
Survival in Hot Conditions
Survival Tips
Conclusion
References