Looking back into history helps us to see how things have progressed. We should take those lessons as we look forward. But it just seems like we are doomed to make the same mistakes.
Ep. Link – Episode 671
Previous Episode with Michael – Ep. 631
Connect with Michael Bunker
Website – Michael Bunker
YouTube – Michael Bunker – Main Channel
YouTube – BunkFit: Fit At Any Age
Fundraiser – Partner with Michael

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Join The 5 Day Build Your Own Prepper Group Challenge
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Food Storage eCourse @ Prepper Website NET
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Get “My Prep Journal”
Legacy Longterm Food Storage (Affiliate)
Checkout the Kit Link Bomb for Advice on Building Your Various Kits!

Remember, there is a HUGE selection of great preparedness content at Prepper Website!

Looking back into history helps us to see how things have progressed. We should take those lessons as we look forward. But it just seems like we are doomed to make the same mistakes.
<ul>
<li>Ep. Link&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theprepperwebsitepodcast.com/ep671">Episode 671</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.theprepperwebsitepodcast.com/ep631/">Previous Episode with Michael &ndash; Ep. 631</a></li>
<li>Connect with Michael Bunker
<ul>
<li>Website &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://michaelbunker.com/">Michael Bunker</a></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>YouTube &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelBunker/featured">Michael Bunker &ndash; Main Channel</a></li>
<li>YouTube &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theprepperwebsitepodcast.com/Fit%20At%20Any%20Age">BunkFit: Fit At Any Age</a></li>
<li>Fundraiser &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://michaelbunker.com/partner-subscriptions/">Partner with Michael</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Mentioned in this Episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://app.birdsend.co/forms/2651/hosted">Join The 5 Day Build Your Own Prepper Group Challenge</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.prepperwebsite.net/">Join the Exclusive Prepper Website Email Group</a></li>
<li><a href="https://app.birdsend.co/forms/3662/hosted">Sign-Up for the List and Get the FREE PDF &ndash; 25 Handpicked Preparedness Articles You Should Read!</a></li>
</ul>
Items of Interest:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://course.freshlms.com/learn/3483">Food Storage eCourse @ Prepper Website NET</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.prepperwebsite.com/prepper-tshirt/">Grab a Prepper Website t-shirt!</a>&nbsp;(Amazon Affiliate Link)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.lulu.com/shop/todd-sepulveda/my-prep-journal/hardcover/product-23834874.html">Get &ldquo;My Prep Journal&rdquo;</a></li>
<li><a href="http://shrsl.com/14i8a">Legacy Longterm Food Storage</a>&nbsp;(Affiliate)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.theprepperwebsitepodcast.com/kits-link-bomb/">Checkout the Kit Link Bomb for Advice on Building Your Various Kits!</a></li>
</ul>
Remember, there is a HUGE selection of great preparedness content at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.prepperwebsite.com/">Prepper Website</a>!

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Looking back into history helps us to see how things have progressed. We should take those lessons as we look forward. But it just seems like we are doomed to make the same mistakes.

Looking Back and Looking Forward with Michael Bunker

Most preppers measure their readiness against an impossible standard—the mythical perfect prepper with unlimited acreage, boundless resources, and zero real-world constraints. This false benchmark creates a dangerous illusion that keeps otherwise capable individuals from recognizing their actual preparedness level. The truth is far more nuanced and, frankly, more achievable than the prepper community often admits. When you strip away the Instagram-worthy setups and forum bragging, genuine preparedness isn't about matching someone else's checklist. It's about developing reliable prepper skills and prepper abilities that function within your specific reality, whether that's an urban apartment, a suburban home with a resistant spouse, or a rural property you're managing solo as you age.

In this episode, Todd examines why the pursuit of perfect prepper status actually undermines effective preparedness. Drawing from Daisy Luther's eye-opening article "There Isn't Just One Way to Prep," he breaks down the critical variables that determine real survival readiness—from financial limitations and physical capabilities to family dynamics and geographic constraints. You'll discover why that Montana homesteader with two years of freeze-dried food might be less prepared than you think, and more importantly, how to assess and build upon your actual situation rather than chasing an unattainable ideal. Todd adds his own scenarios for preppers facing family resistance, demonstrating practical approaches for making consistent progress even when your household isn't fully on board.

This episode matters because the reality is that one step forward always beats standing still, and your unique situation—with all its constraints and compromises—is far more valid than the prepper community typically acknowledges. Whether you're navigating budget limitations, health concerns, unsupportive family members, or simply the reality of aging, these insights will help you build sustainable preparedness that actually works for your life, not someone else's fantasy scenario.

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Most preppers measure their readiness against an impossible standard&mdash;the mythical perfect prepper with unlimited acreage, boundless resources, and zero real-world constraints. This false benchmark creates a dangerous illusion that keeps otherwise capable individuals from recognizing their actual preparedness level. The truth is far more nuanced and, frankly, more achievable than the prepper community often admits. When you strip away the Instagram-worthy setups and forum bragging, genuine preparedness isn't about matching someone else's checklist. It's about developing reliable prepper skills and prepper abilities that function within your specific reality, whether that's an urban apartment, a suburban home with a resistant spouse, or a rural property you're managing solo as you age.
In this episode, Todd examines why the pursuit of perfect prepper status actually undermines effective preparedness. Drawing from Daisy Luther's eye-opening article "There Isn't Just One Way to Prep," he breaks down the critical variables that determine real survival readiness&mdash;from financial limitations and physical capabilities to family dynamics and geographic constraints. You'll discover why that Montana homesteader with two years of freeze-dried food might be less prepared than you think, and more importantly, how to assess and build upon your actual situation rather than chasing an unattainable ideal. Todd adds his own scenarios for preppers facing family resistance, demonstrating practical approaches for making consistent progress even when your household isn't fully on board.
This episode matters because the reality is that one step forward always beats standing still, and your unique situation&mdash;with all its constraints and compromises&mdash;is far more valid than the prepper community typically acknowledges. Whether you're navigating budget limitations, health concerns, unsupportive family members, or simply the reality of aging, these insights will help you build sustainable preparedness that actually works for your life, not someone else's fantasy scenario.
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<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/exclusive-email-group/">Join the Exclusive Email Group</a></li>
<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/the-christian-prepper-podcast/">The Christian Prepper Podcast</a></li>
</ul>

Most preppers measure their readiness against an impossible standard—the mythical perfect prepper with unlimited acreage, boundless resources, and zero real-world constraints.

There is No Perfect Prepper!

Most preppers assume their fire-making capabilities are squared away—a lighter in the drawer, maybe a ferro rod tucked into a bag somewhere. But owning fire-starting tools and actually being able to create fire under pressure are two very different things. When temperatures drop, conditions turn wet, and your hands are shaking, the gap between "I have a fire kit" and "I can reliably make fire" becomes the difference between recovery and catastrophe. This episode challenges you to honestly assess whether your fire-making setup and skills would hold up when it actually matters.

Todd breaks down the hierarchy of fire-starting tools and why the order matters, examines the critical preparation steps that most failed fire attempts skip entirely, and addresses the technique errors that plague even experienced outdoorsmen. Beyond the mechanics, this episode tackles fire kit philosophy—what actually belongs in a compact, reliable kit versus what just takes up space. From understanding why certain budget options consistently fail to knowing how to source dry material when everything around you is soaked, the discussion moves through the practical realities of fire-making that armchair preppers rarely consider.

Fire-making isn't just a wilderness survival skill—it's foundational to emergency preparedness, self-reliance, and your EDC strategy. Whether you're building redundancy into your everyday carry or pressure-testing your current fire kit setup, this episode delivers the essential knowledge that separates those who think they're prepared from those who actually are. These are the skills that matter when the grid fails and modern conveniences disappear.

Episode Page on EP.886

Of Interest
Get One Preparedness Tip in Your Email Weekly!
For more about Todd and RYF  
Join the Exclusive Email Group
The Christian Prepper Podcast

Most preppers assume their fire-making capabilities are squared away&mdash;a lighter in the drawer, maybe a ferro rod tucked into a bag somewhere. But owning fire-starting tools and actually being able to create fire under pressure are two very different things. When temperatures drop, conditions turn wet, and your hands are shaking, the gap between "I have a fire kit" and "I can reliably make fire" becomes the difference between recovery and catastrophe. This episode challenges you to honestly assess whether your fire-making setup and skills would hold up when it actually matters.
Todd breaks down the hierarchy of fire-starting tools and why the order matters, examines the critical preparation steps that most failed fire attempts skip entirely, and addresses the technique errors that plague even experienced outdoorsmen. Beyond the mechanics, this episode tackles fire kit philosophy&mdash;what actually belongs in a compact, reliable kit versus what just takes up space. From understanding why certain budget options consistently fail to knowing how to source dry material when everything around you is soaked, the discussion moves through the practical realities of fire-making that armchair preppers rarely consider.
Fire-making isn't just a wilderness survival skill&mdash;it's foundational to emergency preparedness, self-reliance, and your EDC strategy. Whether you're building redundancy into your everyday carry or pressure-testing your current fire kit setup, this episode delivers the essential knowledge that separates those who think they're prepared from those who actually are. These are the skills that matter when the grid fails and modern conveniences disappear.
Episode Page on <a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/ep886">EP.886</a>
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<li><a href="https://birdsend.page/forms/846/SDKQuZ0COb">Get One Preparedness Tip in Your Email Weekly!</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/exclusive-email-group/">Join the Exclusive Email Group</a></li>
<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/the-christian-prepper-podcast/">The Christian Prepper Podcast</a></li>
</ul>

Making fire is an important skill that everyone should know.  Having alternatives to make fire is key.

Leveling Up Your Fire Kit

Most preppers have stockpiled food, water, and medical supplies, but far fewer have seriously considered what happens when the cleaning products run out. In a prolonged SHTF scenario, sanitation isn't a convenience—it's the difference between a manageable situation and a cascading health crisis that can take down an entire household. The flu doesn't stop because supply chains have collapsed. Foodborne illness doesn't care that you can't run to the store for more disinfectant. If your preparedness plan relies on commercial cleaners with limited shelf lives, you may be far less prepared than you think.

In this episode, Todd breaks down the essential knowledge every serious prepper needs for maintaining a sanitary living environment when resupply isn't an option. You'll learn which common items offer indefinite shelf stability for SHTF cleaning purposes, why the solutions you've read about in prepper forums may not work the way you assume, and the critical distinctions that could mean the difference between effective disinfection and false confidence. This isn't about stockpiling more products—it's about understanding the science behind sanitation so you can adapt and create what you need from shelf-stable supplies you can store for years.

The ability to maintain a clean, disease-free environment is a fundamental skill that protects everything else you've worked to build. These aren't theoretical concerns—they're the practical realities that will define quality of life in any extended grid-down or collapse scenario.

Episode Page on EP.885

Of Interest
Get One Preparedness Tip in Your Email Weekly!
For more about Todd and RYF  
Join the Exclusive Email Group
The Christian Prepper Podcast

Most preppers have stockpiled food, water, and medical supplies, but far fewer have seriously considered what happens when the cleaning products run out. In a prolonged SHTF scenario, sanitation isn't a convenience&mdash;it's the difference between a manageable situation and a cascading health crisis that can take down an entire household. The flu doesn't stop because supply chains have collapsed. Foodborne illness doesn't care that you can't run to the store for more disinfectant. If your preparedness plan relies on commercial cleaners with limited shelf lives, you may be far less prepared than you think.
In this episode, Todd breaks down the essential knowledge every serious prepper needs for maintaining a sanitary living environment when resupply isn't an option. You'll learn which common items offer indefinite shelf stability for SHTF cleaning purposes, why the solutions you've read about in prepper forums may not work the way you assume, and the critical distinctions that could mean the difference between effective disinfection and false confidence. This isn't about stockpiling more products&mdash;it's about understanding the science behind sanitation so you can adapt and create what you need from shelf-stable supplies you can store for years.
The ability to maintain a clean, disease-free environment is a fundamental skill that protects everything else you've worked to build. These aren't theoretical concerns&mdash;they're the practical realities that will define quality of life in any extended grid-down or collapse scenario.
Episode Page on <a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/ep885">EP.885</a>
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<li><a href="https://birdsend.page/forms/846/SDKQuZ0COb">Get One Preparedness Tip in Your Email Weekly!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/todd-sepulveda/">For more about Todd and RYF&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/exclusive-email-group/">Join the Exclusive Email Group</a></li>
<li><a href="https://readyyourfuture.com/the-christian-prepper-podcast/">The Christian Prepper Podcast</a></li>
</ul>

You need to know how to stay healthy in an SHTF scenario by being able to disinfect and sanitize your home.

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