Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

I have the opportunity to leave the US for a year. My current job contract will be ending soon and I have an offer in Europe and nothing in the US. I am not sure if I'm better off doubling down and prepping/ stocking up for food shortages here or just getting out for a year and seeing how things go/ perhaps get another contract there.

Do you think it matters? I kind've feel like I'm doomed either way.

Hello all. I have recently completed college, and I have also recently become collapse aware and am panicking. Not only mourning the life I always planned on living, but also trying to cope with the anxiety of it all. Could anyone direct me to some basic resources/literature on preparing? Food, water, etc? Thank you all. Feeling a bit isolated and overwhelmed today.

So I've been innocuously prepping in small ways that aren't too time/labor intensive. In my mind, I believe that when SHTF, skills > resources when it comes down to it. Call me naive, but even the biggest stockpile of freeze dried goods can't compete with basic gardening/foraging skills. As a result, I've been trying to build up a varied skillset that can "prep" for later down the timeline. Such as:

• Wild gardening
• Camping
• Cooking
• Bike repair (hot take: bikes are gonna come in clutch in an off-grid situation)
• Stargazing (perfect to learn wayfinding)
• Language learning
• Yoga
• Reading

What are some other hobbies to take up that'll pay off in the collapse?

EDIT: I'd like to mention I'm looking for AFFORDABLE hobbies without a high cost of entry. Notice how all the hobbies I mentioned don't require a lot of cost. I can't really drop $800 in equipment for woodworking or welding.

I have a few piercings and plan to get more. However, when shit inevitably hits the fan, I don't know the best course of action in regards to body mods.

On one hand, piercings and body mods can make you uniquely recognizable. Which can either be in your favor or really not in your favor. Very situational.

But also if personal cleanliness and hygiene products become less accessible, infections are likely to occur.

If you are a modded person, do you plan to take them out/hide them? Why or why not?

Have you already taken action one way or the other? Meaning taken out piercings/covering up tattoos, or have you went ahead and gotten more?

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

I received a $6000 USD scholarship a few years ago from AmeriCorps that must be spent by 2028 or I lose it. It can only be used at accredited institutions, including trade schools and universities. Being a little more collapse aware now, I wonder what is the best way to spend it to prepare to help my family and my neighbors with their immediate needs.

My first thought, pre-collapse-awareness, was to go back to school to become an art therapist (I'm a former art teacher). The scholarship would only get me started on that track (Masters degrees aren't cheap), but there are other funding options for finishing that don't necessarily require debt. I think being a trained therapist could be generally helpful, as good mental health is a part of survival. But it's not as big of a player as say shelter, food, and so forth.

I'm also considering:

• Car and small engine repair
• EMT or nursing
• Sustainable agriculture
• Construction trades - electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry
• Animal husbandry

What degrees, certificates, or non-matriculated classes at accredited institutions would you spend $7000 on to help prepare for collapse?

For additional context, I have ADHD. Courses that require a lot of memorization or writing aren't the best for me (like nursing), but still doable.

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

Sorry if there is another post about this.

I’ve been doing a more advanced version of my usual prepping since the election. This has me questioning the USD with a higher level of suspicion than I’ve ever had.

Are you buying precious metals? Loonies? Euros? Pesos? Curious to hear from someone out there who is better with this topic than I.

Thank you for reading and may your bulk items be forever at a discount.

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

When I called for quotes awhile back they wanted to emphasize how it eliminated the only thing I'm not worried about in our water - chlorine. I am however worried about pesticide runoff, pharmaceuticals and mostly(99% of my concern) microplastics.

What kind of whole home filter is "best" for microplastics? I feel like it's a small step to prep as our ecosystem collapses

Thanks in advance.

I have an RO system under the sink that we use for drinking water (well water isn’t great). Do I need to chlorinate the water for long term storage? I bought some of those 7 gallon stackable jugs.

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

I believe collapse will hit my area between 2030 and 2035, more or less. I know I won't be the last one standing, but I want to improve my chances and give it a honest try.

My main issue is health. I blame it on the unbelievably bad nutrition I was raised on, and on my 10+ years of depression. I'm "normal weight obese", meaning that my scale says I'm fine but the tape measurements (and estimated fat percentage) beg to differ. I'm really cold intolerant (not hypothyroid, I checked), uncomfortable below 80° F. Pathogens love me, I always get sick even if I have a limited social life.

I can usually perform well during workouts for two reasons: I'm young, and I'm more motivated than others to prove myself. I'm aware that the performance I earn through sweat and tears feels easy and smooth for many.

I want to prep, but something I want even more, and a prerequisite for successful collapse prepping, is to become someone I approve of.

How do I start? I have a lot of bad habits and very little good ones.

I'm curious what you all are doing to get ready for Trump coming to power.

How much water do you keep on hand and what do you store it in? I plan to buy a 200L food grade drum to store water but can’t afford it right now. I have a Berkey filter unit and a spare set of filters. Any other recommendations? Thanks all

Did you do anything to prepare for collapse this week? It can be anything from reading an interesting article to installing a greywater recycling system in your house. No project is too big or too small.

This thread is here to inspire others to take actions they may not have otherwise thought about doing.

If you’re interested in leaving observations of collapse in your area then I encourage you to head over to r/collapse where they have a weekly thread for this very thing.

After 3 years we have a second moderator, someone to help cover the times when I'm asleep and to help drive traffic and bring new life to the subreddit.

/u/thomas533 graciously offered his services and expertise in running a subreddit and I knew I would be a fool to say no.

So, thank you for all the hard work you're about to engage in Thomas and thank you to the nearly 10,000 people in Collapse Prep. I can't wait to see what we make together.

Hey guys,

Recently purchased house on 10 acres in New England. Been working on basic preps like food and water storage and energy backup (generator with large propane tank). I’ve been “front loading” my spending because I believed everything will get drastically more expensive in the near future, but my savings is taking a hit. I only have about $50k in my 401k but thinking about taking some out before the market crashes for more prep (small solar system, greenhouse etc). I know I will have a 10% penalty but 1 bird in hand worth 2 in the bush and all that. We have decent jobs and no kids/low debt. What do y’all think? I know what common “normie” people would say.