Friends and Family-Talking with & Including Them

[Readymom]

The Importance of Friends and Family When the SHTF
https://www.theorganicprepper.com/selco-the-importance-of-friends-and-family-when-the-shtf/

(SNIP) . . . some 15 years ago if something serious happened, some event that needed a strong group of bonded people in order to overcome that event (riots, serious weather event, disruption of law and order, war…) I could count probably on 15 people I really trusted, organizing together with me in a very short period of time.

Today if something serious happened, I can count maybe on 5 or 6 people.

I am talking about the number of people that I can trust with my life in a strong core group. ... --- CONTINUED ---

[Readymom]

How to talk to your friends and family about prepping
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxFfGOw3WBc

[Readymom]

8 Things You Should Do To Convince Loved Ones To Prepare
https://thepreppingguide.com/convince-loved-ones-about-prepping/

Your family is your survival team. But first, you need to convince them

Out of all the challenges we preppers face, none may be quite so close to home as trying to convince loved ones to prepare. When it comes to the preparedness lifestyle, even a longtime supportive and loving spouse may suddenly be against prepping and against your prepper mindset. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Bridging the Gap Between Younger and Older Preppers: ...
https://www.backdoorsurvival.com/bridging-the-gap-between-younger-and-older-preppers-overcoming-misconceptions-getting-started-on-the-path-to-preparedness/

Maybe it is just me but it seems like there are not that many preppers out there that are in their 30s or younger. I have wanted to take some time to address this and encourage younger people to start prepping. This post may ruffle a few feathers but it is based on what I have observed in numerous prepping groups, on social media and when out in public. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

How To Get A Reluctant Significant Other To Prep
https://www.backdoorsurvival.com/how-to-get-a-reluctant-significant-other-to-prep/

I have noticed that a lot of people have expressed frustration with getting their spouse or partner to prep. When I was interviewed by Todd Sepulveda on The Prepper Website Podcast, I was asked how a guy can encourage his wife to prep. This got me thinking more on the subject ... ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

8 Helpful Tips for Introducing the Prepper Lifestyle to Your Family
https://www.theprepperjournal.com/2020/04/23/8-helpful-tips-for-introducing-the-prepper-lifestyle-to-your-family/

(SNIP) ... Whether you’re trying to convince your extended or immediate family to adopt the prepper lifestyle, it can be a difficult task. Here’s why some people are leery of prepping for the worst and some simple tips to get your family on board. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

What To Do If Your Spouse Doesn’t Approve of Prepping
https://rethinksurvival.com/spouse-does-not-approve-of-prepping/

(SNIP) ... Unless you can effectively address your partner’s disapproval of your prepping, this is likely to become a more difficult part of your relationship. It can also negatively impact the efficacy of your actions and even your enthusiasm for the practice. So, we’re going to run through some of the elements you should consider in your response. ---CONTINUED---