4 Deadly Mistakes You Must Avoid in Any Crisis

Dear Shadow Tribe,

In good times or bad, especially in bad times, certain lines must never be crossed. Your life, and that of your family may depend on it. Survival depends on unshakeable principles. Here are four I've talked about before, but still bear repeating, no matter how dark things get.

 

1. Never surrender your personal sovereignty.
   You alone are responsible for your life and your family’s safety. Never delegate that duty to government or other "authorities," especially during a major crisis. Politicians live by the rule: "Never let a crisis go to waste." History shows they exploit emergencies to expand control, trading promised security for real freedoms. Reject naivety. Plan now to endure chaos independently, without lining up for FEMA camps or obeying directives that erode your freedom.
2. Never give up your ability to defend yourself.
   Self-defense is a fundamental, God-given right. No government or society can legitimately strip it away. This includes the tools needed to protect life and liberty: firearms, knives, and other means. Defend the Second Amendment fiercely against every restriction. Avoid "no-gun" zones whenever possible (airports, government buildings, etc.). Build layered skills: master hand-to-hand combat, improvised weapons, and situational awareness so you’re never truly disarmed.
3. Never stop improving yourself and your situation.
   Complacency kills. True survivalists never quit learning new skills, drilling old ones, refining plans, or expanding capabilities. Keep upgrading your homestead or bug-out location. Build and rotate supplies. Train relentlessly. Even seasoned experts must adapt to new threats, technologies, and realities. In a dystopian world, stagnation equals vulnerability. Constant improvement is your edge.
4. Never make a threat you can’t back up.
   No matter how well-armed or skilled you are, the smartest fight is the one avoided. Ego and overconfidence lead to unnecessary confrontations you might not win. Speak softly, carry big capabilities, but only draw the line when you’re ready, willing, and able to enforce it. De-escalate when possible; dominate when necessary. Survival favors the disciplined, not the boastful.

These four principles aren’t optional, they’re foundational. In a world sliding toward control and chaos, clinging to them separates those who endure from those who don’t. 

By the way, I have added several pages to the Dystopian Survival website. Check them out! 

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