Super episode! I am starting to think that working cooperatively with neighbors and building a sold sense of community is the most advanced survival skill of all.

Sometimes it seems like there’s an evolutionary progression for preparedness conscious people: from casual prepper, to fanatical prepper, to Mad Max survivalist, to homesteader, etc. But the realization of the importance of community is the apex achievement.

The funny thing is that building this sense of community can come at any stage of development. Granted, I know from experience it’s a lot harder to accomplish in the city but I also know from experience that it can be done.

It starts with listening and generosity. Learning and sharing come next. Finally comes community and prosperity.

Here’s a great video that helps establish a productive mindset to start building a community from, and yes, its by a Texan to boot – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmAbU8_mr2Y

Blessings!
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J

Great topic! Wake up and teach your neighbors to prepared and join forces! I’ve set up a group in my area. One raises sheep and cards their own wool, One is great at smoking hams and making sausages, ect. I make soap from scratch and do cheeses, yogurt and butter. We are now all getting prepared and now we don’t have to worry about “everything”! I don’t have to worry about raising hogs and learning to smoke meats , ect or learn how to card wool. My neighbors already do it and are excited to swap for soap, cheese, butter, ect. working together as neighbors helps us and builds a safe zone.

Love your interviews with Marjory. It has really given me some good ideas for community building…

Outstanding show. I am so impressed by Margory and the thoughtful way she approaches these issues. Many of us will end up having to shelter in place if anything goes radically wrong, so taking the time now to build that sense of community will be critical to rebuilding a stable society based on mutual respect, shared needs and essential skills. Please being her back!