You Can Afford to Be Prepared and This is One of the 1st Steps

A quick back story of my self reliance journey and what I suggest as a 1st step to become more resilient and prepared for any crisis event, big or small.
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[@jeanineadele]

I started learning about self sufficiency in 2010. I was really discouraged because I was poor and living month to month in a condo barely able to keep food on the table. I knew nothing about growing, preserving food or keeping chickens. Years went by but I kept doing my low paying corp job and learning. Gradually I worked my way to owning a home in the country with 3/4 acre, I have chickens, a garden, I learned to preserve food and I have everything I need. I am still poor but I feel rich. If you are living in the city and working a corp job just keep learning and never give up. I am hoping the best for you. If a 67 year old single woman can do it then you can too.

[@texashomegrowngirl9936]

So true. I was 68 when I bought and moved to this homestead on two acres. Life is so much calmer out of the city. I grew a garden for the first time since my parent's gardens when I was a kid. Wishing you all the best in your self reliance journey.

[@yahusrevus]

Thanks for sharing this. My wife and I are around age 50 and sometimes get discouraged about being "too old" for this. Definitely encouraging to hear from others who've done it and are sustaining.

[@bobhobart3613]

These are so interesting, informative, just the best info/education. Thank you Sir. 🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@lory2622]

@@yahusrevus, 50 is not “old” and certainly not *too* old. I am 61 and started my gardening and closer association with nature, and living in a small community. It is never too late, and I am pretty sure I am not too old for it so, enjoy what you do and aim for this lifestyle, it seems to work.

[@HM-ho4fz]

You are absolutely amazing way to go!

[@petepeterson4540]

when I was your age I was self reliant I just hope when your my age you still will be.

[@bowslap]

I turn 50 this year, and what lies ahead is concerning….now more than ever, the notion of self-reliance is a goal I’m working towards. The information you provide via your channels is priceless….

[@MynewTennesseeHome]

I started this homestead six years ago but practiced self sufficiency and bushcrafting most of my life. I'm 66 now and doing great. I enjoy watching your projects.

[@appalachianheartsong5487]

60, in Dandridge doing the same and similarly growing up. We are 3 years in but first two were part-time and focused entirely on infrastructure. As of last month we have established 17 sheep, 25 layers, 3 head of cattle, two bee hives and a one acre garden. Canning, waterbathing, dehydrating, pickling and freeze drying preserved several to six months of veggies, broths, meals, etc. It’s early and we are being graceful to ourselves as we transition from an international executive lifestyle to the homestead, but honestly couldn’t be happier. All the best in your new TN home, our favorite place in the world!!

[@MynewTennesseeHome]

@@appalachianheartsong5487 Thank you, sounds like you well on your way.

[@julieharris1872]

You may already know this but in Australia we very quickly get weavils in stored grain. Our trick and this has never failed me is to put dried bay leaves in every pail of grain, keeps bugs at bay (pardon the pun). Very interesting and informative video. Thank you.

[@angeliawolfe2626]

I live in the US and also put bay leaves in my grains, then I seal them in Mylar bags inside of buckets. No bugs or mice are getting free meals here. 😉

[@teresajsherrick5099]

Bay Leaves... good to know... Thanks. I've been using food grade diatomaceous earth in my buckets... also have O2 absorbers and desiccant packets. I like the natural, non toxic option you suggest 😊

[@svc2461]

If available, cloves are great too.

[@IntuitiveCoachTheresa]

Great tip, thank you!

[@CarolynViolin]

Shawn, You are SO smart to be doing this. Always live within your means. Never squander your money. Be self-sufficient. Save for a rainy day. Hope you'll feel better very soon!

[@angelsmith9480]

Shawn, that full circle… you were poor when a kid, but you were ‘banking’ the knowledge and experience that you are using today to take care of your family. Not only just yourself…you are teaching many who’ve come to enjoy your expertise to better their lives as well:) God bless you and keep you.

[@elizabethjohnson475]

Here, here, sir. "Despise not the day of small beginnings."

[@5784Eva]

he was never poor , are you kidding ??

[@georgeingridirwin6180]

Excellent video!! My parents came from Norway. In the late 40's. They both grew up on farms, so if you didn't make it, raise it or grow it, you didn't have it. My mom made sure i learned all the old fashioned skills. Making all my clothes, gardening & canning. My brother's worked with my dad a old fashioned builder. Finally my parents let me work with him too. I learned to frame a house, hang windows & doors. Lay floors, tile work, the electrical & plumbing. I my mid 50's it's been a great help. I just wish we had more land. Your channels are so encouraging & fun to watch. Thank you.

[@donnabrown1518]

I enjoyed this. I did exactly what you are talking about. We bought 3 acres in 2019 and I bought a trailer at the end of the year and paid cash. I started canning meat that I bought on sale. At the beginning of Covid I moved out to the property and started fixing up the place and doing serious gardening. I then bought chickens. We had bought an outdoor wood stove when we bought the house, but now we have an indoor efficient wood stove that we can use not only for heating the house but also for heating water and some cooking. We have a single 55 gallon barrel for water catchment and we do have a wet weather spring that flows through our property. The property had out buildings for raising animals and storage as well as an old root cellar that we can fix up. I have about 15 5 gallon buckets with staples. We have no debt on our home or our vehicles.

[@donnabrown1518]

@--OfficialShawnJames sure

[@MargaretFinnell]

You might consider getting rabbits. You can feed them grass and vegetable scraps. A few bales of hay with some corn to last the winter .

[@donnabrown1518]

@@MargaretFinnell I have tried growing rabbits, but I can’t keep them alive. Too many varmits around.

[@MargaretFinnell]

@@donnabrown1518 Hello Donna I have had a varmint problem too. You really have to build a sturdy cage and add a second floor of wire underneath so raccoons can not reach in. I also had a fence with barbwire at the bottom so dogs could not dig in. Secured leg hold traps discouraged other problems. Everything wants a easy dinner.

[@gretahamilton3483]

I live in a portion of the country that has a high probability of getting Hurricanes. During the Hurricane season, many people prepare for being able to survive without electricity, gas, food or water for several weeks. I would suggest the entire country to stock up on supplies that you could survive without electricity, gas, food or water for at least 24 months. It's always a wise decision to plan ahead and be prepared.

[@bobr2959]

Shawn mentioned at least 5 real and present dangers facing everyone. Greta your right. Now is the time to plan ahead and be prepared. Even if you live in an apartment. No matter what the situation. Just think through the worse situation disaster scenerio. Then do something to fix it.

[@timkeagy4094]

I live in earthquake country and have prepared an emergency shed just in case.

[@annking1576]

@timkeagy4094. I hope you have rebar supports in your she'd & maybe it'll withstand a quake. Best of luck.

[@christinebrush4399]

This was great Shawn. PLEASE, above all else,, enjoy your life in the woods and time with your wife especially..my life was torn apart when my husband of 52 years died and I had to leave our little place in the woods. I am living the life through your videos and enjoying Calli since I am not allowed pets here. I lost the desire to do all the preserving .but at 77 and on no meds, I am getting interested again although I now live in an apartment. I would like to see more preserving of food, especially canning. I know it would give me the push I need to do again what I did for years. Still looking forward to that cookbook you talked about a few years ago:) Greetings from North bay Ontario.

[@simontenkate9601]

77 is not old. There are 90 y old people living in the countryside by themselves, at least in E. Europe and probably elsewhere. Old is mainly in the mind.

[@christinebrush4399]

I didn't say I was old. I mentioned 77 BECAUSE I am healthy and well. It was just not possible for me to work in the woods alone.@@simontenkate9601

[@markbeaulieu8004]

I am 60 years old and have had to "start over" early in life due to many reasons. I have since, like you, set up my children for success. None of my family, including cousins, had parents that both worked and were able to save substantial amounts of money. My parents did not give me anything except life skills. I had no idea how to manage money or assets. I was pushed away knowing that I alone would be responsible for my future. My children were taught early how to manage money and assets. I don't know if they were actually taking in life skills and how to deal with hardships. The difference between our generation and theirs is they have parents that live to see that their children have everything and are set up for success. Our generation parents produced enough assets to survive week by week. I am not optimistic that our children have the tools to survive when we are gone.

[@Longing4theWoods]

Being in the Canadian Military i struggle with self reliance. Moving regularly and being involved with world issues takes you away from building a safe life at home. 10 years left until i retire, hopefully everything holds out until then. But we always have a 1 year supply of food on hand, personal defense and a couple solar generators. Just need a homestead.

[@prehman2899]

Don't give up on the vision. Thank you for your service.

[@lolasimmons9152]

Thanks so much for your service! I really appreciate all you have done for me as a Canadian. Not too many would sacrifice their own life just to protect others!

[@homeschoolontheCroft]

Love your channels - all of them. Love chats like these that are more specific, but also love your Self Reliance videos. My husband always watches these, and don’t underestimate the messages you get across even with little comments here and there… and even more so, with your *actions*. I suspect a lot of husbands trust your words because they’ve seen your work. Less drama feels more authentic and more trustworthy 👍🏼

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

I don't believe in destiny, but your full circle makes one think. You are definitely where you belong.

[@californiadreamer2580]

Another thing to stock, especially if one is in an urban environment, is seeds for sprouting in a sprouting jar. While we can also sprout the oats, wheat, and beans, adding seeds like broccoli, alfalfa, etc. can provide additional nutrients, and is easy to do. A little will go a long way.😊

[@TeutonicNordwind]

Really excellent that you are sharing this stuff with your large audience Shawn. Kudos! The more people informed and prepared, the less people starving and behaving badly when bad times come. History shows we are overdue for conflict. Great tip on the Berkey filters in 5gal buckets for water filtration too. I spent just a bit more and used 20qt stock pots from Walmart to avoid plastic taste or the plastic possibly absorbing anything. Even if nothing happens, what does it hurt to be prepared, folks?

[@annking1576]

@TeutonicNordwind. Amzn. Has food grade 5 gallon buckets with lids.

[@TeutonicNordwind]

@@annking1576 And?? As I said, I preferred to go with stainless steel for a few reasons. Still much cheaper then an official Berkey. In a pinch though, even Home Depot buckets would work fine for someone if you have the filters

[@craftybynature3760]

I am so glad you have decided to expand your knowledge in these areas shawn. We all need and appreciate it more now than ever.

[@reneedla]

Thank you for the excellent information as always. I have one additional suggestion to your food storage buckets. Rodents, mainly rats, can chew through plastic buckets. I also use clean metal garbage cans. If you store them outside in a sheltered place, the metal lids need to be sealed around the handles where there are small holes.

[@ShawnJames1]

Great tip!

[@jerryodell1168]

Age always seems to be a problem. Either, a person thinks they are too young or too old. Now because my age is above 80, I could lay around and think it is done. NOT TRUE, now I see there are so many ways to help others especially Family members. Therefore, I force myself to do a days work doing something. Whatever age, its in the doing and not over thinking. If you think you can't, you will never will. Yes, safety must always be a factor. Safety while doing.

[@lauramanion3131]

Yes to both points! Over 70, still learning and doing and teaching. Over thinking wastes time and energy - just DO!

[@lilmissprepper]

I look forward to hearing your videos about clearing debt, that’s the one big issue with our plans right now. We’ve had to move off-grid unexpectedly last summer, which was something we always wanted to do but were not financially prepared for it and it’s taken a toll on our wallets. We have very basic solar and get our water for cleaning and bathing from a nearby lake, but we still have so far to go before we feel self-reliant. I very much look forward to your future videos 😊

[@refinishmaster]

I have a place in northern MN, an 1850 sq ft home on 10 acres I bought in 2012 and have been renting it to the same tenant since day 1. I bought this for a future retirement home but after I finally did retire in 2017 my wife and I developed health issues. I would really like to still retire there but we need to be close to a city hospital because of our insurance. The Insurance companies offer very few options of doctors out there and the nearest hospital is over 50 miles away. I was lucky to get one doctor within 20 miles. so we decided to continue to rent it. I wish you luck Shawn. Stay healthy!

[@toddsmith293]

Thanks Shawn. I've built up to a year of stored food. After the events of the last few years I for one am not taking things for granted.

[@rajinevin7273]

So strange how all the Homestead I watch are ALL getting sick and sicker! They hardly see anyone, they get fresh air, they work hard, they eat their own food thaqt they raise and grow, they are more peaceful - and they are STILL getting sick. WOW! What a bummer!~ Glad you are not too, too sick Shawn. God Bless you and your family!

[@curtispavlovec]

Well it’s not like they’re totally isolated from modern society. Also they have families working and shopping and mingling in the cities, so the bugs inevitably find everyone.

[@mariedmitrieff6829]

I am 66 years old. I am around people with flue, covid, and so far so good I haven't got sick in about 20 years. I slice some ginger in my lemon tea every day. I eat fresh garlic with a spoon of honey in the morning on an empty stomach for 7 days when I Know I've been around someone sick. Garlic will cure your flu chew some up with a spoon of honey. Feel better soon..

[@bobr2959]

I Like drinking elderberry with honey in it. I also use colloidal silver and make my own. Bought the kit for a hundred dollars online. Silver is my anti-botic go to. Store that up too!

[@fromose1]

hey mr james, i respect you so much , ive always wanted tu live that lifestlle i got sick sick and my dreams died, im goinng on 56 years now i love you shawn and your videos, you rock

[@legocity6948]

Shawn, I've been a fan for a while and you have inspired many of the changes our family has done to become more self reliant n resilient in these worrisome times. You and I live fairly close to eachother so I hope when the time comes, we can be part of the same community of the folks that trade and support efforts of survival ...until then, take good care!

[@jmar665]

Hope you and your family feel better very soon. I was also sick over the holidays. Took everything I had in me to cook for a day. Then I just laid around, but I ate good. Holidays passed and also feeling better. I think many folks are in for a big surprise if they have not started to prepare for what is ahead. We have been told for years now to prep with food and water. Take heed folks, it is not too late to stock what you need for at least a month. Even if it is just the basics, you will be glad you did. ♥

[@LiveAlohaOhana]

🐻 🌲 Good morning Shawn , sorry to hear about your cold and family that all got it and hope you all get better soon ! Something that i trusted when i got a cold in the pacific northwest is Zinc lozenges that works so much better on your soothing your throat and clearing the sinuses plus zinc is natural and helps fight the cold 🥶 really well ! Since ive been here on the island of Kauai i haven't had a cold or flu or any sickness in over 14 years ,i eat alot of fresh fruit that is everywhere here . I'm happy you are at this new property cause for 1 you dont have to worry about bad neighbors and your land you get to manage like how you are plus hunt and develop it for the future plus its so beautiful there with all the wildlife to enjoy but most of all you get to enjoy it along with Cally 🐕 Take it easy n make some arrows or do some carving ! Thank you for the update my friend and take care 🙂 🍁 🦌

[@cassandrapaquinfineartspea4415]

Yes, more please. Especially pay off house debt and staying this process of prepping at age 57. I already have 30 days food for 2 people. I have old ways skills of canning, bread making, fire building, etc. need a wood stove but we’re on a tight budget. Mortgage on the house etc.

[@cassandrapaquinfineartspea4415]

Starting this process, not staying. Autocorrect. Ugh.

[@daveyjoweaver6282]

Thank You Shawn, Family and Cali of course! I’ve enjoyed and learned from your channel over the years. Indeed, 2024 may well be a rough one and at the same time the best ever. It’s a time of awakening and realization of reality, truth. In spite of everything that appears negative, I believe humans are coming to see all humans as one family. For it is We The People that can create abundance for all and be of service to each other and our Mother Earth. I do my best to live in this positive reality. For living in the positive one at a time creates that way in which we live. Love, Light, Peace, Abundance and Joy of Being! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

[@martinwuethrich9384]

Lieber Daveyjoe Gemäss der Bibel, sagt uns Gott, die Liebe, die Hoffnung und der Glaube sollen wir bewahren, aber das Grösste ist die Liebe! Die demütige Liebe zu Gott, und den Nächsten wie sich selbst. Und, gemäss der Bibel, Johannes 3, Vers 16. Das ist das wichtigste. Und dies wünsche ich jedem auf dieser Erde. Denkt dran Jesus liebt Dich! Amen. Und an Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen. Amen. Shalom Shalom.

[@50zezima]

​​@@martinwuethrich9384Religion is just a distraction from the truth that is life and death and the burden of dealing with it all. The only way people can come together and be happy is if they choose to face the reality in front of them and learn and grow from it. Not to run from it and hide like a coward in the hope of blessings from a dead person named Jesus. God in my experience and opinion is just a word used to describe the all encompassing reality of the universe and all of its unknowns and depths. This is much more fascinating and fulfilling to me spiritually and emotionally. Because that way I feel that i am apart of this, whereas relgions want you to believe that you are never good enough. Religion is a crapshoot, and is Satan incarnate. Believe in yourself and the infinite force of reality that you are able to live an experience. I Choose not to believe what greedy religions convince millions of people to believe in order to make trillions of dollars profiting off of their ignorance. Peace to whoever reads this. ✌️🙏

[@angeliawolfe2626]

I like your outlook on life! Peace and prosperity to you and yours.

[@riffraffontourd7836]

Thank you and get well.

[@trinahill4683]

Thank you Shawn. Sending much success and Peace to you and your family in 2024.

[@5784Eva]

I know how to make cottage cheese , bread , butter ( from cream ) , pasta by hand, i grow vegetables and preserve everything for winter, i make sweaters for winter with knitting, i make organic soaps and cream , and also I make my own clothes , I think that a lot for one person 😄

[@virginiaconway374]

Thank you, Shawn, and have a Blessed, Content, and Healthy 2024. I have watched your channel longer than I can remember. I find it amazing what you do all by yourself.

[@heatherherrin7989]

Hi Shawn! I saw your interview with Jean Claud and I'm here to take the steps toward self reliance. Thank you so much for sharing this important information. ❤ Freedom for all who want it.

[@marktra69]

yes Shawn please keep making these self sufficiency path videos....your experience and unique perspective is much needed and very appreciated especially as the hour grows late for the coming struggle....thank you Shawn n family from all of us out here in the distance

[@davoregyed2061]

Thank you Shawn. I'm 23 and getting started. Appreciate you giving direction and actionable steps for the beginner!

[@jasonlafountain8492]

You always have something to offer! My family has been watching your channel since 2019 when the pandemic started. We lived in an urban desert community at the time and it was like a breath of fresh air to watch your channel, even though we couldn't get out we felt like the Canadian wilderness was in our backyard. Thank you so much for all you do. May 2024 be your greatest year ever!

[@MrRebar15]

*Shawn James* Bravo well done, thank-you sir for taking the time to bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@charlottecannon314]

Hi Shawn. Nice learning about your childhood and home. I'm quite a bit older than you are, in relation to your video title. While It was common for rural homes to have a outhouse, many also had a smaller room or larger size closet with hung curtains to separate where they put two pots with two lids to potty, and had a wash basin bowl and pitcher with wash clothes and towels. Especially during the winter months which made it much safer and easier for hygiene. And most folks also canned, and stocked up on dry goods, and had smoke houses for smoking meats that they'd last much longer, made their own butter and cheese, and most had at least one dairy cow for milk and chickens for eggs. They always put out gardens for vegetables and fruits, and they placed large blocks of ice in the old refrigerators or metal boxes on a back porch along with porch wall shelves to keep items cold during winter months. So they were pretty good at being prepared and self sufficient - actually. And that was basic living if they were not farmers, and thrn the farmers were even more proficient and prepared. Folks used coal stoves, oil stoves, wood stoves, then went to steam boilers for heat during the winter months, and most had wood burning kitchen stoves for cooking, too year round, while others made a outdoor kitchen resembling similar to their indoor kitchen for summer months. Women sewed and dyed cotton clothing from the old flour sacks using the old wax cut patterns they'd get from the hardware store, or they'd make their own cut patterns for their families. Everyone including the children had morning chores before school and work, and had after work and school chores too. And they were very self sufficient. It wasn't until the turn of the mid century that folks started relying morw and more on store bought items and luxeries. Folks took on additional outside jobs to make extra money, from sewing, to baking, laundrey, to men digging fence post holes, running their mule team pulling a wagon hauling wheat, sacks of flour from the mill and in they'd haul fruits, vegetables come harvest too - driving the wagon some 40, to 80 miles one way then back home after, and did other work too. Folks were very active, they worked hard, in every day life but they knew how to prepare and work for a living. Average folk didn't take vacations, only the more wealthy folk took vacations. This was just life's norm. And they were happy doing it, too. When I look back - it really wasn't that long ago families lived that way. Anyways. Just some food for thought.

[@montanadeb]

Mullein leaf is a must to have on hand to make a tea ☕️. Add Manuka honey after it cools a bit. Congestion breaks up! It’s amazing!

[@sallyfrenette9643]

Thanks. We are off grid and hunt, fish, and grow our food, herbs, etc. But I really haven't thought to stock up on foods like that. I will have to start that this week. Even for those of us who are already off grid, its nice having other people takes on it, to learn from each other, and to just have someone familiar with it to talk off grid with. Take care and I hope you're all feeling better soon.

[@terrafirma3745]

Happy New Year from Spain, Shawn! I have been following you for years because I like what you do and how you do it. I have a similar trajectory and I am living my dream life like you are in nature, we have the same philosophy/approach. Your work is always inspiring and entertaining. I love your videos. Outstanding! Keep up the good work and best wishes for the new year!

[@BearMeat4Dinner]

Shawn you’re looking better. Take it easy. Thanks for sharing all this stuff. I am 5 and a few under you. I feel those pains. Thanks again.

[@malumoteki3021]

Thank you so much. Take care Shawn.

[@45remington29]

I absolutely love this content from this video!!! This is what I need thank you!!!

[@jbthor9032]

I'm 66 1/2 and I am nearing full retirement age. I decided to keep working 6 or more months and collect my SS benefits. Double the pay.

[@baileyeddy444]

👋 Just found your channel after seeing you on Beyond mystic! So excited to follow your content! Grew up in Muskoka, learned the simple ways from my family. I’m now in my 50s and have been trying to prep the best I can, hard since I’m single and am challenged by chronic illness, however it’s not impossible. It’s better to be prepared than not. Hoping more communities of like minded folks will pop up as we go thru this shift. Looking forward to your content! If some people unsubscribe, I’m sure new folks like myself will find and follow your content! Thanks for sharing!

[@garydeniseshomesteadinghom1090]

Thanks so much Shawn, you are so on target. We sure do need to be taking your advice in these things, it's also a very satisfying and fulfilling way to live. Thanks so much Shawn.

[@dawnford5919]

I've been watching you for a couple years now, Shawn and I really like this new series on how to do it. I do love watching you do it, but it is great information in today's atmosphere to get people started on becoming more self-reliant. I think as you believe that situations across the world are leading to this necessity. Thank you for providing some insight into sets to take to do so.

[@teresaoftheandes6279]

Yes more would be great, thanks.

[@1newsong]

Prayers for you to recover quickly!🙏☦️thank you for inspiring so many of us.

[@anettemurdoch2803]

Very important are shoes for summer, winter and rain. I have some of every kind , enough for some years. That helps me to feel save!

[@katherinecoutis5283]

You are such a wealth of knowledge. The things you’ve learned are so appreciated when you share them. Thank you so much Sean.

[@mdaly23md]

Thank you Shawn for another great video. BTW I hope this year continually gets better for you and your family. I hope you get better soon.

[@husky500cr]

Even those money is tight for you, you are rich in life, and that is what counts.

[@aserordepa3847]

Thank You Shawn, and a happy new year

[@sandralnwebster3204]

You are so right about having extra supplies on hand to sustain a family through tough times. Those Crappy Tire containers are ideal for storage ad easy to store-great idea! Take care with our health-if you don't have your health,you don't have anything! Make sure your air intake/outtake system is the best you can make it to cl ear any irritants from the air! Feel better❤ Cheers,Andy& Sandy

[@toddbrunermer5971]

Looking forward to more content like this. Your calm demenor and desire to share your knowledge with others is great. No fear click bait. We are at a time that self reliance is a must at our home and our communities. We added 8 raised garden beds in addition to our small garden we have. Dehydrating, canning, and storing food as you have mentioned is just common sense. The more we learn from each other just makes us better prepared for what life throws at us. Looking forward to more videos. My wife and I have been following for some time now. Thank you for all the time you put into your content videos and hope you are feeling better soon!

[@davelevalley6511]

Appreciate this Shawn. Been watching your vids for years now and have put much of what I have learnt watching your postings to good use privately, but I am really looking forward to watching this new info with much anticipation, and this coming from someone approaching 70.

[@amyfletcher4749]

Yes sick in our house also. I just buy extra canned goods or beans and rice when I go shopping. I have little stash of things.

[@ardenajohnson5130]

Thank you Shawn for helping us to get ready for what’s coming, I value your advice ❤

[@lindapetersen1800]

SHAWN you are far from POOR !!! I felt the RICHES when I was logging the cabins !!! THERE IS OUR CALI !!! She is the Best PUP IN THE WORLD !!! Always am amazed how OUR CALI loves to hide in different places !!! Cold & flu lasts for awhile Shawn sorry about that but it is the truth !!! Thanksgiving time was the time since then to now with me !!! Slept through 3 days for myself wake up take pills with a little bit of food then sleep again until supper time the all over !!! Sleep all night long !!! Will pray for you & all Chicken broth is Great also !!!

[@brianwelsh5926]

Praying for your complete recovery for your health!🙏

[@lonnien.clifton1113]

If it was me, I would go back to work until the age of 62 and then retire. Love from North Carolina.

[@rodneylast2651]

Thanks!

[@asmamiller]

absolutely would love more on food, clothing, tools. I'm sure there's even more that we can't even think of.

[@fuzzymutant116]

Love your content, Shawn. Thanks for your candid disclosure, I appreciate your honesty and truly hope you continue to accrue the benefits of your hard work. You’re an amazing craftsman and I think all of your fans wish you all the independence you deserve. And I hope you have the financial support that helps you continue to motivate us as you’ve been doing. The cabin looks amazing!

[@halinawiecek2297]

Thank you Shawn for sharing the video and all the best for you and your family and awesome Callie in. 2024.

[@suezaple4950]

Sorry to hear your down with a cold, love your channel love your chats always learn something from these both. really thoroughly enjoyed your tip in this video thank you , you are one smart man and very inspiring, I thank you for that.

[@wudzen]

Thanks Shawn!

[@shirley7137]

Thank you for the great info...Praying your familyy gets well soon.

[@Legendary-lp5dg]

Have a beautiful and blessed day Shawn. Take care.

[@margienieuwkerk]

Yes! Please! more tips and info on starting on limited means! Thank you, enjoyed this video.

[@lindameyer1960]

love this kind of chat

[@dircegouvea451]

Maravilhosa segunda feira ❤

[@Murfs_Niche]

I'm ever so grateful for this great info from you, a well seasoned source. Thank You! Hope you get feeling better. Be kind to yourself as you heal & don't over do. ❤😉👍

[@danalorrainedodds1245]

Thank you ❤🙏 for teaching the world what you know, your indispensable knowledge will be forever appreciated…you’re a legend

[@patrickl.2761]

Thank you

[@SmoothOperator150]

G’mornin! Hope you feel better soon!

[@rosearnold1220]

Your family is blessed! You work so hard for them. I would love to see a picture of the home you built for the family. You have such a beautiful family. I hope your wife will be willing to show us what she has learned. Food storage, cheese making etc. You are a dynamic duo. I hope Emily is feeling better. It’s a joy to watch her do the things that you taught her. I have enjoyed your channel’s immensely. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Very admirable. ❤

[@martinwuethrich9384]

Amen! So ist es! Vielen vielen Dank!

[@janehodgetts6078]

Thankyou for taking the time to do this, I for one find it very informative.

[@patrickdilauro6868]

Thanks Shawn

[@thenordish8403]

This is a perfect video for my situation. Thanks man.

[@jakeheshizer6937]

Keep explaining how you live and how you do things! I bin watching you on both channels since you started building your first cabin...I Have learned alot and so will others! Also enjoyed watching you and Canadan Prepper! Seen both interviews can't wait for second part on his channel with You...I also have hunted with a Recurve and Flintlock..You should talk about hunting with a Recurve MORE..

[@ketocutie2981]

I'd love to learn more and so thankful you're offering your advice and sharing your experiences.

[@cbass2755]

Great advice, but those dried beans….they require a lot of water. My advice is learn to pressure can and put them up for future use, or buy canned beans. A lot of them. All this food can be eaten straight out of can if necessary. Pressure can now, we still have electricity. Commercially canned meat and vegetables. I’m just saying ….your advice is spot on Shawn. Start out exactly how you said. Great advice

[@castoutdemons]

I can appreciate to be self-reliance in all aspects of our lives. One more thing we all need to do is to be certain that we are heaven-bound after this earthly life. Please speak out loud, saying,'Jesus, I thank you for your saving grace. ' Now you are saved and heaven-bound without a doubt. God bless.

[@littlehillsidehomestead6362]

Thank you!

[@georgiagardengirlshomestea1560]

Shawn my prayers are with you. Feel better soon. I'm very proud of the man you are. Real men of great character have survived like you have done. Instead of laying down and committing @#%ide, YOU pull up your bootstraps and carry on!!! Bravo!!!!!🎉

[@martinwuethrich9384]

Ganz genau! Bravo! Und Gottes Segen und hoffentlich sehr rasche Besserung Ihnen und Ihrer so tollen Familie! Seid gegrüsst aus der Schweiz

[@Gregorio_Si]

Love these types of videos. Thanks

[@captaincrustyradio]

Yes, sir, I really enjoy the format. The relaxing manner is what most of us are looking for. As I eat my breakfast, prepare to get some supplies, and do some chores today, your mellow, positive outlook helped me set my pace. Many of us who have been trying to be more secure on our homestead have heard enough of the gloom and doom. While I know all of the gloom and doom are happening at a rapid pace, talking about does not get things done. Your speaking of water filters reminded me to order some more backup ones for my BB water filter unit. My point is knowing where the ships are in the Middle East or the price of gas does not affect me on my mission to get more supplies on my punch list for my family. So I have your channels first on my list now. If I have time during a break, I may watch a few others. Thank you for your time in sharing your valuable insights.

[@dirtyburger7528]

Great video. I appreciate your experienced opinion. A real time saver for people starting out!

[@LadyMorgaine100]

Thank you James for this Informations and get well soon 🍀🍀🍀

[@MrGhp1]

AWESOME ! I am 71 years old. I grew up hunting ,fishing, and camping . Nothing like the time you have. Just wanted to let you know I enjoy learning from your videos. Thanks !

[@deborahparnell8862]

APPRECIATE THIS SOOOOO MUCH..will watch this several times..take notes..pass it on..git er done..ty..xoxo blessings to y'all in every way ❤❤❤

[@nitabourne3042]

HI SHAWN!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS. HOPE YOUR BETTER AS WELL AS YOUR FAMILY. I APPRECIATE THE TIPS ON FOOD STORAGE, I TRY TO DO A PREPPER PANTRY AND IT'S HARD TO GET THE LARGE BAGS OF STAPLES LIKE RICE AND BEANS ETC PLUS LEARNING TO PUT IODIZED SALT PACKETS TO KEEP THEM FRESH AND FREE FROM BUGS ETC. HOPEFULLY I CAN ACHIEVE THIS. WELL THANKS FOR SHARING AND STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY ❤️ 🙏

[@annking1576]

@nitabourne304 - just an FYI that I recently found out - dried beans must be cooked or canned before 2 years. If not, trying to cook them will be like trying to cook rocks & they'll be just about that hard. Canning before 2 yrs will lengthen their storage 2-3+ years.

[@sharleenparrino2297]

Great message and info Shawn as usual! Love hearing your history! Blessings from Tennessee 💪🕊️

[@julieharris1872]

Take care of yourself and family. Sending best wishes, Julie in Australia.