5 Powerful Reasons Why Prepping is More Crucial Than Ever

Is there hesitation on your part to get started with prepping? Have you been, but lost interest? Listen to get motivated and get ready…it’s more important than ever! Here are 5 reasons why you need to start right now, plus bonus information to reinforce why you cannot wait. 

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Hi, it's the Urban Lady Prepper.
I help single moms and solo women with
practical emergency preparedness.

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But of course, all are welcome to be
better prepared for whatever happens next.
Did you know that in the last 10
years, 9 had the most natural disasters?
That drought is currently affecting almost 33%
of the total U.S., and 1 in
4 people globally?
That food insecurity has increased by 1%

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a year in the U.S. since 2020?
14 million kids in what is supposed to
be the richest country on Earth go hungry
every day.
Regarding emergency preparedness, there may still be some
hesitation on your part to get started.
If you've ever doubted the significance of prepping,
those statistics, and those are just a few,

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should start to shift your perspective and reignite
your passion for it if you've been slacking.
Many people hesitate due to misunderstandings about what
prepping really is.
Once those myths are busted, it's clear that
prepping isn't just for the overly cautious.
It's a key practice for anyone who wants
to tackle life's surprises with confidence and peace

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of mind.
You don't need a PhD to notice how
unpredictable our weather's getting for farming or to
spot the dwindling freshwater and ongoing droughts.
Plus, who hasn't noticed the shaky global economies,
changing tariffs, reduced government aid, and medical costs
going through the roof?
It's more crucial than ever to have a

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plan to keep your loved ones safe.
Picture this, a big power outage hits, but
you're comfy with your fully stocked pantry and
a personal power source.
Or, a sudden storm rolls in, leaving you
stranded, but you've got the perfect survival stash
ready.
That's the power of being prepared.
The importance of prepping is clearer than ever.

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With a mix of national and global challenges,
it's vital to be prepared today more than
any other time.
The COVID-19 pandemic showed just how fragile
our global supply chains can be.
When store shelves emptied, many people realized how
valuable it is to have a personal stockpile.
Besides the physical benefits, being prepared gives you

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a sense of control and reduces stress, which
is particularly comforting for single moms and those
living alone.
So, here are the five reasons you need
to prep.
One, having the basics makes a bad situation
better.
The basics are the heart of any good
prep plan.
You must figure out what keeps your life

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ticking during tough times, like stocking up on
non-perishables, like clean water, first aid supplies.
Just having a simple stash can really take
the edge off when things get tough.
Food and water.
You should make an effort to stock as
much of that as possible, but aim for
at least a two-week supply.
Consider investing in a good-sized cooler and

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ice packs to keep perishable stuff safe if
the power goes out.
A first aid kit is vital for handling
injuries when access to medical help is delayed
or unavailable.
Having tools and equipment like flashlights and a
multi-tool and a toolkit are incredibly important
when emergencies hit.
A simple toolkit can be very useful for

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minor repairs.
And don't forget about personal needs, like any
necessary medications or the all-important baby supplies,
when you're putting together your family's essentials.
Being thoroughly prepared is key to making tough
situations a whole lot easier.
A balanced strategy means knowing and having what
you might need if you're suddenly cut off

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from the usual services.
Number two, you're ready to go without the
panic.
Being ready for emergencies isn't just about stacking
up supplies.
It's all about crafting solid plans, knowing the
risks you must face, and gearing up to
put those plans into action when the crap
hits the fan.
Or, as the Canadian prepper says, the shizzy

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hits the fizzy.
The perks of being prepared aren't just about
staying safe in the moment.
It's about feeling confident and having a grip
on what's happening around you.
While others are losing it and may be
reduced to fighting over whatever's left, you don't
have to do that because you've thought enough
ahead to keep your risk in an emergency
to a minimum by having the needed supplies

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to get through it.
Three, you become more self-reliant.
Self-reliance is really at the heart of
prepping.
It's all about getting good at handling the
basics on your own without needing help from
the outside.
Think about planning your own veggies, being able
to fix things around the house without having
to call someone, or knowing ways to purify

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water and cook over an open flame.
Building these skills makes you stronger and better
able to deal with long-term hiccups or
tough times.
They help you get through tricky situations and
gives you the confidence to tackle emergencies solo.
Plus, being self-reliant boosts your independence and
cleverness.
That kind of empowerment means you're ready to

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face any challenge with creativity and a positive
outlook.
If you're a single mom or solo woman,
those skills are not only essential but can
be life-saving.
Knowing you're not dependent on anyone else for
the basics is a confidence booster.
Number four, you become more aware.
Keeping an eye on current events and spotting

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trends, even just casually, means you'll be less
caught off guard when tricky situations pop up.
By developing your situational awareness, you can move
through public and family spaces with ease and
confidence.
Situational awareness is not just for stone-faced
actors and ninjas.
It's crucial now more than ever to navigate
the current social situation successfully.

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I have a helpful guide in an earlier
episode and I'll include a link to that
in the description.
Number five, peace of mind.
Once you've got the basics of preparedness down,
you'll enjoy peace of mind knowing you can
handle emergencies smoothly.
You won't be scrambling to stores during a
crisis with empty shelves and you'll sidestep the

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chaos feeling secure in your home.
That sense of calm is absolutely priceless.
And here's a bonus.
Preparedness skills hold the power to bolster community
resilience.
With the looming threat of less government assistance
and many counties in the U.S. struggling
with increasingly tighter budgets, having a strong support
system within your community may help your town

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or neighborhood be better prepared and recover faster.
So maybe you thought prepping was something only
worrywarts, macho Rambo types, or homesteaders with a
football team of kids can do.
Or it could remind you of old days
filled with exaggerated fears.
But let's face it, as natural disasters become
more common and economies shift unexpectedly, being ready

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isn't just a smart move.
It's necessary.
And you don't have to be any of
those types of people to be a prepper.
Anyone can be a prepper.
Yes, even you.
Prepping is not only for doomsday enthusiasts.
It's about readiness for realistic scenarios like power
outages or natural disasters, providing peace of mind
and security in uncertain situations.

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Prepping can initially seem daunting and expensive, but
starting small and building gradually is key to
maintaining momentum and sustainability.
Creating a prepper checklist is a great step
towards comprehensive preparedness, ensuring you have all necessary
items for various scenarios.
Follow these steps.
Identify your essentials.

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Evaluate your local risks.
Make a plan based on scenarios you're likely
to face.
And regularly review and update when necessary.
A thorough checklist serves as a dependable guide,
ensuring you're prepared to face any situation confidently.
If you'd like a basic checklist, you can
get mine for free.
I'll include the link in the description.

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Whether you're just starting out or have dipped
your toes into prepping, a solid plan is
a key once you've got your checklist.
Start by recognizing potential risks in your area.
Think about environmental, economic, and social factors that
might pop up.
Have a go-to method for staying connected
with family during unexpected events.
Communication is so important.

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And of course, know the safe routes and
places you'd head to, what we preppers call
bugging out, in an emergency so everyone can
get out safely if needed.
It's a good idea to regularly look over
and tweak your plans to keep them fresh
and useful.
Running practice drills can also boost your preparedness,
making sure everyone knows what to do and
where to go.

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Now, have you been prepping, but not so
much lately?
It's time to re-engage.
Maybe you've drifted from your prepping journey or
your initial reasons didn't pan out, leaving your
motivation in the dust.
Going overboard or overspending can also put the
brakes on your prepping progress.
You might have let your stash go unattended

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or slipped on honing your readiness skills.
It's essential to reconnect with why you started
prepping in the first place and realize that
the very things you were preparing for might
be even more likely now.
Prepping's not pointless.
Many strategies work across different situations and can
help refocus your efforts.
Take a moment to check if where you

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stand now matches up with what you initially
set out to achieve.
Maintaining motivation throughout your prepping journey is crucial
for long-term success.
While it's easy to lose focus, consistent effort
truly yields the best results over time.
Here are some tips to get back into
it.
Reset your goals.
Clearly define what you want to achieve with

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your prepping efforts, making a pathway towards building
on what you had started.
Reassess your progress.
See where you were, reviewing your advancements and
using accomplishments as motivational anchors to update your
plan.
Get back in the habit and on schedule.
Check expiration dates, see what needs updating or
replenishing.

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Make sure your emergency items such as power
banks, flashlights and batteries are in good working
order.
Re-engage with community.
Connect by joining forums, sharing your experiences and
gaining support from your fellow preppers.
Maintaining motivation ensures that you stay prepared for
the future.
When you've done all of that, you can

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now reap the benefits.
With planning, patience and taking advantage of the
many resources available, you'll have what you need
to be ready for anything.
My earlier episodes and my articles on UrbanLadyPrepper
.com provide a wealth of information that will
assist you in your prepping journey.
20 million Americans consider themselves preppers.

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You can do it.
Feel free to reach out to me with
any questions or leave them in the comments.
Now get prepping.
And until next time, this is the Urban
Lady Prepper signing off.