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The Most Basic Skills to Survive in the Future

Surviving the collapse of modern society would require a mix of practical skills, knowledge, and mindset. Here are some of the most important skills:

  1. Basic Survival Skills:

    • Fire Making: Essential for warmth, cooking, and signaling.
    • Shelter Building: Knowing how to create a safe place to sleep and protect yourself from the elements.
    • Water Purification: Techniques to find and purify water, including boiling, filtration, and chemical purification.
  2. Food Procurement:

    • Foraging: Identifying and gathering edible plants, berries, nuts, and other wild foods.
    • Hunting and Fishing: Skills and tools for capturing and processing animals for food.
    • Gardening and Farming: Growing your own food sustainably.
  3. First Aid and Medical Skills:

    • Basic First Aid: Treating wounds, burns, fractures, and other common injuries.
    • Herbal Medicine: Using plants for medicinal purposes.
  4. Self-Defense and Security:

    • Self-Defense Techniques: Protecting yourself from threats.
    • Weapon Handling: Safe use and maintenance of weapons for hunting and defense.
  5. Building and Repairing:

    • Carpentry and Masonry: Constructing and repairing shelters, tools, and other structures.
    • Basic Mechanical Skills: Fixing and maintaining equipment and vehicles.
  6. Communication and Navigation:

    • Signaling: Using signals to communicate over distances (e.g., smoke signals, mirrors).
    • Navigation: Reading maps, using a compass, and understanding natural navigation techniques.
  7. Resource Management:

    • Bartering and Trade: Exchanging goods and services in the absence of money.
    • Resource Conservation: Efficient use and storage of resources.
  8. Mental Resilience and Adaptability:

    • Stress Management: Coping with uncertainty and maintaining a positive outlook.
    • Problem-Solving: Creative and critical thinking to overcome challenges.
  9. Community Building:

    • Leadership and Collaboration: Organizing and working with others for mutual benefit.
    • Conflict Resolution: Managing and resolving disputes.
  10. Sustainable Practices:

  • Renewable Energy: Using solar, wind, or other renewable energy sources.
  • Waste Management: Recycling and disposing of waste safely.

These skills can help individuals not only survive but also rebuild and thrive in a post-collapse society.

Cover image by Erik Klietsch.

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