Post by jimcobb on Nov 28, 2022 3:51:04 GMT
When we talk about prepping, we typically focus on what to do before, during, and immediately after a disaster hits. After all, the word prepping comes from the word prepare, right? We prepare for emergencies, for disasters, for life’s little (and not so little) curve balls.
What is often not discussed is the fact that disasters don’t go on forever. At some point, order is restored. And when that happens, there may be some push back, perhaps even consequences, for actions taken during the crisis.
That neighbor you thumbed your nose at when they asked for help? They managed to make it through and are still living next door. That’ll be a fun conversation when you both happen to be taking out the trash bins at the same time.
That guy you shot in the backyard who had committed the grievous crime of daring to cut across your property as he was trying to hoof it home? Criminal charges have now been filed against you, and his family is suing you to boot.
That house you raided for supplies when the owners seemed to be absent? They’ve since returned and would really like to speak with you about the things you took, particularly the firearms, as well as the damage caused to the back door.
All too often, prepping discussions seem to end at about the same time they would in a post-collapse novel, with little or no talk about what happens next. While desperate times might call for desperate measures, bear in mind that at some point you may be called upon to answer for those measures taken. Maybe don’t be so eager to engage in behavior that could prove problematic down the road. Plan ahead so your actions are reasonable and appropriate, rather than forced by a lack of other options.
What is often not discussed is the fact that disasters don’t go on forever. At some point, order is restored. And when that happens, there may be some push back, perhaps even consequences, for actions taken during the crisis.
That neighbor you thumbed your nose at when they asked for help? They managed to make it through and are still living next door. That’ll be a fun conversation when you both happen to be taking out the trash bins at the same time.
That guy you shot in the backyard who had committed the grievous crime of daring to cut across your property as he was trying to hoof it home? Criminal charges have now been filed against you, and his family is suing you to boot.
That house you raided for supplies when the owners seemed to be absent? They’ve since returned and would really like to speak with you about the things you took, particularly the firearms, as well as the damage caused to the back door.
All too often, prepping discussions seem to end at about the same time they would in a post-collapse novel, with little or no talk about what happens next. While desperate times might call for desperate measures, bear in mind that at some point you may be called upon to answer for those measures taken. Maybe don’t be so eager to engage in behavior that could prove problematic down the road. Plan ahead so your actions are reasonable and appropriate, rather than forced by a lack of other options.