Things you can do to become more self-sufficient
Self-reliance is the ability to rely on oneself and one’s own resources to meet one’s needs. In today’s world, where many of us are dependent on external resources for our basic needs, becoming more self-reliant can be a powerful way to take control of our lives and reduce our dependence on outside sources. Here are […]
The importance of an emergency library
In times of crisis, access to information becomes critical. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a pandemic, or a political upheaval, having a reliable source of information can mean the difference between survival and catastrophe. That’s why an emergency library is such an important resource to have on hand. An emergency library is a collection […]
All you need to know about handling oxygen absorbers
Oxygen absorbers contain iron powder that will drain any nearby oxygen by oxidizing (rusting). If they are put into a sealed container, they will over the course of a few days absorb any oxygen that is inside that container. Once all the iron inside them has been fully oxidized they cannot absorb any more and […]
Skills for a self-sufficient lifestyle – Part 1
On the acquisition of skills. The way to self-sufficient living will inevitably require you to have certain skills, that you either already have, or like most of us will develop over time. So apart from living a lifestyle that makes you resilient in certain disaster scenarios you can also see it as a journey where […]
Top 10 items you should always have at home
For me personally a self-sufficient lifestyle also involves a certain level of preparedness in case of an emergency. I’m not talking about the end of the world and doomsday prepping. However, there are several emergency scenarios which can potentially happen and affect you in New Zealand, such as strong earthquakes, tsunamis, floods or just power […]
6 reasons why a self-sufficient lifestyle is worth it
Well, nobody ever said that a self-sufficient lifestyle is a piece of cake. You actually spend most of your time on your feet. Caring for animals, producing food, preserving food and all the other chores can be quite exhausting. However, there are really good reasons that all the work is worth it. 1. You know […]