Cecilia Pigg on Preparing with Prudence

"Lately, I’ve noticed a preoccupation among some people with things like off-grid living, canning, survival skills, traditional ways of preparing foods, etc. There seems to be a big renaissance in my community, and in certain other parts of the country, of people wanting to get in touch with the land. They want to live more independently and with less reliance on the big-box stores close to them.

"Often, this seems to be a positive endeavor for those involved. People learn new skills, build community with others who share their interests, and genuinely enjoy themselves and the independence they've gained. But there's another side to the phenomenon that is less positive. Sometimes efforts at preparedness seem fear-driven and anxiety-producing - and that's where I think a problem lies."

In a recent commentary, writer Cecilia Pigg reflected on the importance of preparation with prudence.

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Aleteia; Cecilia Pigg: Pardon my asking, but what exactly are you prepping for? (19 JUL 23)