r/SelfSufficiency • u/Altruistic_Weird_864 • Nov 08 '24

After election

I’m thinking self sufficiency might be super important to learn after these election results. All of the warnings about cost eventually rising, tariffs, and so much more I’m trying to really educate myself. But I’m making an effort to start my self sufficiency journey so whatever may happen I can know I have myself to rely on. What are you guys thoughts? And what are some skills you think are good to start out learning?

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u/KJHagen Nov 10 '24

Tips: Don’t go it alone. Have friends. Learn to collaborate and trade. Get along with people who don’t look like you or share all your views. Have backup plans for everything. Stay mobile, mentally and physically.

I live in western Montana, so my situation is different than many others. We have to think about shelter, heat and water if the power goes out. I am a combat veteran who lives in a community of veterans, but our environment is harsh and unforgiving.

Learn to hunt, fish, and forage. Thinking about everything that goes into harvesting, dressing out, and preserving a deer may make you appreciate how much easier it is to live on squirrels, rabbits, and birds.

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u/Its_Knova Nov 10 '24

Thank you so much for the advice.

I’ll definitely keep this information in mind and improve on the skills necessary to be self sufficient.