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Build a calm first layer of readiness

Preparedness works best when it is ordinary, visible and easy to maintain. Begin with a few decisions, then add supplies gradually.

The first five decisions

Choose where household documents live, how you will contact each other, where you would meet, what you can eat without cooking and which official alerts you follow.

Keep it realistic

A small apartment does not need a bunker mindset. It needs water, food, light, power, medicines, documents and a plan that everyone understands.