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Knowledge, Resources
July 11, 2025

I believe preparation is more than a safety measure—it’s a lifestyle. Whether you're heading off-grid for a spontaneous adventure (my son calls these side quests) or responding to a real-world crisis, having a Go Bag ready is one of the simplest, smartest ways to take control in the face of uncertainty. Also known as a Ready Bag, Grab Bag, or Bug-Out Bag, this compact, pre-packed kit is designed to sustain you for 24 to 72 hours. It’s not about fear or...

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Knowledge, Resources
July 11, 2025

At Survivor Mind, I talk a lot about resilience—the kind that’s forged in the fire of hardship, grief, or loss. But survival isn't just mental. It's also about staying physically prepared, strong, and self-reliant in the environments we explore. Whether you’re heading into the backcountry, climbing a volcano, or just car camping off the grid, your mind can’t thrive if your body isn’t protected. This is where the physical side of Survivor Mind comes in. I believe in training for the world...

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Thoughts
June 17, 2025

We all have a built-in alarm system—an ancient, primal reflex that fills the empty spaces in our minds with fear. When there’s silence, we imagine screams. When there's darkness, we sense danger. Our minds rarely default to safety or peace in the unknown. Instead, they rush to worst-case scenarios: What if I fail? What if I fall? What if I’m not enough? What if...

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Thoughts
June 11, 2025

Some days, it feels like life is out to get you. A broken arm. A trip to the ER for something in your kid’s eye. A bill you forgot about. A set of tires needing to be replaced. A fight with someone you love. Piling on, one after the other. And then—because life doesn’t seem to care about timing—those little everyday stresses feel like they weigh a hundred pounds more than they should. For those of us who have walked through...

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