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[@carolynwebb8726]

We are becoming Dodo birds 🦤

[@user-zq5wp5mk4v]

SOMEONE needs to research this NOW. a post on "tk tock" labeled, "savetheamericanflag", showed *_Uniformed U.N Officers_* confronting a U.S Citizen in a building located in *_DOWNTOWN SALT LAKE CITY.!_* the UN Soldier said they had *_TAKEN OVER_* the bldg and it was *_NO LONGER U.S PROPERTY.!_* That Was In 2022 -- AFTER Joey Baby's term started.

[@donaldduck830]

With regards to being kind against being right. I see this differently: We are like in a storm situation on the open sea in a small boat. Building a bigger boat is nice, but letting someone in who will drill a hole in your boat is a lethal mistake. And if you see & hear someone spouting nonsense, what guarantee do you have that they are not gonna hull your boat?

[@clintonlund1461]

Global warming??? Really? Yeah, whatever there buddy.

[@terriblet9810]

Global warming???? Wow you need to spend some time learning about that fraud. Crop production is being affected more by govts than anything else. Also the sun has a cycle that affects the earth. I will not be subscribing.

[@user-hb3uy7hr7s]

I am mathematician. I have done some research. After federal taxes , SS and Medicare taxes, state taxes, sales taxes, car registration taxes, car insurance, home insurance, property taxes....I determined that the average American is left with a little less that 32 pennies for every dollars earned. The 32 pennies will have to pay for Internet, gas, food , meds and clothes. So at the end of the month, there is nothing left. That , ladies and gentlemen, is for a $55 k salary per year. Unbelievable. Our kids cannot afford rent. This is a very sad state of affairs. My kids buy their clothes from a good will store. This is a sad state of affairs for the richest country on planet earth

[@kellytostada9949]

Goodwill....good example of end stage capitalism. A multi-billion corporation that gets free goods, and then sells those goods back to us at a somewhat discount. Yet nobody bats an eye at that business model amd continues to support them. We all need to sell our own stuff. We all need to fight for higher wages. We all need to fight for unions and stop electing officials who dismantle unions.

[@denalinde]

And people brag about how the US has less taxes than other countries. They fail to realize that other countries actually have some social programs. I’ve been saying that since I filed my first income tax form the same week I visited relatives in Canada in the early 80s. All the Americans at the table were bragging. Not so much these days, although old habits die hard.

[@vicnighthorse]

@@kellytostada9949 It seems to me and apparently a lot of more expert observers that we are entering the intelligent and able machine era. It is very doubtful that unions are coming back because our labor likely is going to be less and less valuable - approaching zero. Machines are even going to be more effective artists, prostitutes, caregivers, CEOs, criminals, scientists - everything. Unions will have nothing to bargain with - machines will be better at violence too, so you can forget that as a bargaining chip.

[@JJthename55]

​​@@denalindeIt's not about taxes as much as it's about wasting tax money. You actually get value for your money in some countries.

[@user-dq4xk8md1o]

come to Canada and see how expensive it is. i only make $16.85 h/r

[@charliejones7512]

Has anyone else felt tension in the air lately? Even if you don’t follow the news much, there’s still something underlying, like it’s holding it’s breath for something to happen?

[@annadanbury9276]

Yes... we are in the end times..get right with Jesus while you still can !!

[@kimberlyhicks7915]

I feel like I am waiting for “the other shoe to drop”..

[@tacticalmattfoley]

Everyone is on edge everywhere I go....you can see it on people's faces....at least, those who aren't mindlessly staring into a phone.

[@KeepingOnTheWatch]

There’s a feeling of coming social unrest in the U.S. and Canada with war on an international level.

[@KeepingOnTheWatch]

@@annadanbury9276Thank you for pointing that out. It’s a good reminder. Even devout Christians, who believe in that, can at times become distracted, forgetting what time it is.

[@billmasen3923]

The message from the US, UK, Canadian, Aussie and EU governments is this " Shut up and worker harder, tens of millions of illegals need your taxes for their welfare.

[@MakeYouFeelBetterNow]

Yeah, they aren't trying to make things better, we have problems, such as housing, and they are making them worse. The worst problem is that new houses aren't even selling, no one can pay for them or the interest, so where are all these people, who will never work, going to live?

[@miranduri]

It is worse than that. Sending millions of dollars to Israel is not ok. Greed from corporations who pay all politicians in the two,parties is not ok.

[@TheChivasRegal]

The only universal truth is that mass immigration makes everything better. We know this to be true because both sides of the isle say so.

[@Sarahpurple12]

Yep, especially in the UK - Purebred British like my partner and I have to fight for every penny we can get, and it's hopeless; I'm disabled with 2500+ pages of medical evidence and yet PIP is still making me take them to tribunal. Universal Credit deduces some of my partner's wages from my limited capable for work allowance. Meanwhile, Mohammed and his six wives are given every penny that we don't get because they're foreign and are struggling more. And then people wonder how this country got so "racist" and "hateful" - How could we not? We have veterans living on the streets while Middle-Easterns know they can come to this country and scrounge every penny.

[@sjastram]

And the anti semite has stepped up and shown us they are here​@@miranduri

[@HumanScourgeYT]

It’s because of Evil. It’s always been because of Evil and the Indifference of good people.

[@Telepathy723]

😢

[@Erfan]

its called capitalists and oligarchs (evil, greedy, etc) - we are in the midst of the 2nd gilded age (in the States). All while a new alliance has now overtaken the economic power of the US empire and the G7. This group is called the BRICS+ ... the implications of this matter. Further, we have foolish and inept politicians in office so it is not a good look .

[@HumanScourgeYT]

@@Erfan Thats definitely a massive portion of the problem, or a small portion if you consider that group as being maybe 1-5% of the overall population

[@mountainmonkey1984]

Blame the career crooks in DC.

[@Phxshadowz]

Corporate greed is the problem

[@catalhuyuk7]

Robert Kiyosaki said, “Anyone with access to a computer and the internet with half a brain should not be poor.” Educate yourself financially. Think differently.

[@denalinde]

And the laws that allow unrestricted lobbying without term limits. The fact that I still recognize many of them decades later is disturbing.

[@louisewilliams1258]

Dims & RINOS

[@72dodge340]

@@Phxshadowz I'm sure you don't realize this, but what you're saying "it's corporate greed" was historically a communist propaganda talking point. The main issues are the politicians spending money, and bad government policies making tings worse.

[@gaildower5255]

I am in my late seventies living on SS of 828./ month. My little 300 sq. ft cabin is now mortgage free and I raise a garden and have the knowledge to can and eat what I grow. I've been a long time prepper before the word prepper was used. I am not fearful of the future but realistic. I thank God for what I have and the knowledge and ability to go forward and helping those that I can along the way. I won't go down easily.

[@clubmike2910]

You sound awesome. You have the right attitude and drive to make it happen.

[@marilyndrozdowicz]

God Bless you.

[@lesliea.m.5392]

Lord bless ❤

[@davidgodwin651]

My friend you are rich beyond imagination, you have become free and GOD has blessed you.

[@commonsensewisdom5561]

Start a KZbin channel teaching people how to can food how to grow food

[@amandareid6003]

Look around people wake up. Prices have gone up astronomically. No one can afford to live . Rent $1500 car, $400 insurance ,$200 lights ,$200 food, $800 (family of 5) ,gas $400 month min. And so on and so on . No one can make it All these lay offs all over . Businesses shuddering

[@heidis5363]

Your only paying 1500 for rent ..thats a DEAL in this economy

[@DudeSweet072]

$1500 in rent? I was paying $3700 in rent in denver.

[@scotwithers3794]

Depression by decembber

[@gingersnap5245]

Don’t forget about the world at war, too. God speed!

[@danielyounker5371]

Why December?

[@rebeccaevans898]

I work in a local school and looking at the future of America...boy am I scared!

[@thankfullyredeemedmaderigh7436]

Wouldnt it be crazy if everyone quit their jobs and stop paying any taxes, ALL AT ONCE!!!

[@donnaemslie5729]

They would come after jones, cars , our government is wako

[@Reindeer_jay]

Be hilarious until you work out there’s no food or services to buy.

[@MPGunther1]

Let's keep our tax money in America for Americans

[@santostv.]

It would be the same or worse 😂 rich people buying everything for cents on the dollar and poor ones eating of the trash can of the rich 😂

[@MakeYouFeelBetterNow]

They would love that. New world order comes in, provides food stamps, forces you to work or die.

[@jennifercoffman7079]

I live on 850 a month. I,m going down and for the first time in my life, I don't know what to do. I try and work part time, but i,m 63 and my health is what it is. I,m afraid I will be homeless, but whats worse is my health. I don't know man, thank for listening

[@josieclark4476]

I’m so sorry. Please try to find help before it gets that far.

[@violet3365]

Will be praying for you🙏🏻

[@debrahumphrey9538]

Same here we worked hard all our lives were pushing 70 and scared to death!!! What's happened to this country in the last 50 years is ridiculous 😢😢😢

[@denalinde]

I lived on $1250 disability with my rent being $850 for 3 years & had to choose monthly between food or medicine. I hope you find a way to be okay. 🙏🏻💜

[@JeffYoung-mh3ib]

As will I I under stand 100%on SSI Broke body but doing my best Hey find an inpatient drug treatment program Say your addicted to ______?_i aurance covers room board food etc..Look up what drug to use & tell a creative truth I was addicted to something still struggling but sober now I am going into a 6 months programbI will save 6 months SSI payments I do/did have sud plus physical therapy group therapy etc etc etc​ 22:32 @@violet3365

[@npm911]

The best measure of manhood is how safe other people feel around you.

[@chops999]

i genuinely don’t understand why we are all silently taking this !! everyone is fed up angry and super emotional. the good hard working folk need to come together and cause a uprising !

[@yankeedogg2212]

Because we can’t organize across all 50 states simultaneously. 1000 people in Texas, 50 people in New York, 15 people in Idaho wont cut it. Get 20,000 in each state to do something at the same time with the same message, something might happen. Maybe…

[@stacieboucher1570]

They want to provoke us to violence.

[@_evilqueen]

Pray and Vote (and pray there's no cheating)

[@B35point1]

What have you done to further your statement?

[@mominminnesota6648]

we don't have access to the people who are the problems. they hide behind walls and secretaries and bodyguards.

[@kathym2501]

My 19 year old grandson worked and saved his money so he could go to school and live on his own. After one semester he knew he couldnt afford school. He's been working to pay rent. His mom and dad help out some financially. He picks up my groceries once a month and i help with food and snacks. When his apartment lease is up in August he's moving back home. At home he will find a job in the small town his Mom and Dad moved to and save for next year. I love that kid so much for his hard work.

[@squidwardsqwuillium294]

The system is broken

[@denalinde]

I did the same thing at 19. Thankfully it was 30 years ago & I could afford University for 2 semesters before I’d added another job & gone part time til I finished. We had a very decent local engineering university that allowed me to go without becoming a matriculated student for a couple years which meant I could take as many or as few classes as I could afford each semester. I finished up years later when I worked at a college & only had to pay for books. Your grandson sounds great. 💜

[@louisewilliams1258]

Tell him to try Trade Schools - HVAC, Welding, Plumbing, Electrical and the like. He will leave school in under 18 months earning six figures, not OWING it. Check out Mike Rowe Foundation on-line.

[@kathym2501]

@@louisewilliams1258 I know. He wants to do anything that has to do with sports. I've thought your thoughts.

[@kc8718]

My grandson is in the same boat.

[@paradisebleu7049]

All I can say is that it is gonna get worse before it gets better.

[@tyfode224]

Unfortunately, the economy will get worse before it gets worse...

[@donnaemslie5729]

The question is will it get better?

[@freedomwtruth]

​@@donnaemslie5729 Unfortunately not anytime soon. They told us about the "Great reset" which means we go back to bottom and start over. I wish I could give a more uplifting answer, but the truth will serve you better. Prepping just allows us time to hopefully make wise decisions in the future.

[@TheDidjidude]

@@donnaemslie5729 No, not for decades. Prices will not go down so wages will have to go up and that takes along time.

[@eddiesbong]

Much much worse

[@royalpitamamma]

My son at 18 moved out and was working two fulltime minimum wage jobs to afford rent on a tiny apartment. He still had to ask me for help with food. After three months he threw in the towel and moved in with room mates. He said he can now work onlyone job and still has money left over after buying food and paying his cell phone bill each month. He walks to work in a small town. He is still only 18, but that was a hard life lesson to learn so early in life.

[@thelastboomer9088]

Hard life lesson but a good one; reality is hard. Wishing him the best, sounds like a smart young man.

[@chelseamurray1678]

Should be able to afford a 1 bedroom apartment when working full time if not people will stop working

[@royalpitamamma]

@@chelseamurray1678 You would think, but he became a roommate instead.

[@BoomBurster]

@@chelseamurray1678you know how many people are still going back to parents in their mid to late 20’s?

[@JBurton393]

You failed as a parent if your kid moved out at 18 knowing the state of the economy. I don’t get the tossing the kid out at 18 thing

[@piobmhor8529]

One thing I have always done, even in the “good ol’ days” was hunt and fish. I always shared my good fortune with my neighbours, friends and family. This goodwill has netted me a lot of home made products and free labour in return. It wasn’t a barter exchange, but rather a network. This will be even more important in hard times.

[@cindybarnes1533]

I'm 66 with very limited income and health problems. I don't have cable, don't eat out but order pizza once in a blue moon, clothes are falling apart. No vacations, car is 14 years old and no family whatsoever.

[@samdorchester2524]

I pray for you and your situation changes.

[@cindybarnes1533]

​@@samdorchester2524Thank you for your prayers. They are very much appreciated. I'm thinking about a roommate. I'm sure I am not the only one facing such challenges.

[@rjl9707]

I am 62, with a 19yr old car. Its not so bad. Shopping at 2nd hand stores, and using flyers or coupons. Wait till the rest of the 95% go nuts; we will be ok. Hang on Cindy, its good training for us.

[@Darthdoodoo]

Dont worry they have a special program that is "MAID" for your kind

[@cindybarnes1533]

@Darthdoodoo Sorry but I don't understand your reply.

[@derekbilston9290]

Disturbing to hear that people are earning good wages in the USA but are still struggling. Imagine what millions of poor people are going through. Similar in Britain.

[@kerrynight3271]

Americans think they're struggling if they can't go out to eat several times a week. Don't be too disturbed.

[@derekbilston9290]

@@kerrynight3271 well its true that we in the western world do live better than many in the 3rd world. But it could also be looked at as relative. If a flat costs 2000 dollars to rent then you need a good wage to afford it. In England where I live a small 1 bed flat can cost 1000 pounds per month. And that's without all the utility bills and food. But many people only earn about 12 pounds per hour. And the cost of living is rising but wages are not, except for the few.

[@rhokanson8514]

We do not go out to eat several times a week.

[@TyrannicalYouTube]

Poor people get food stamps, free Healthcare, free childcare & free housing. Poor people are fine. It's the middle class that suffers.

[@skiesthelimit1336]

@@TyrannicalKZbinYes many of the poor people on food stamps are doing better than the middle class, especially when they have their side job selling drugs for cash which is tax free & doesn’t need to be reported to Foodstamp office.

[@datnurse5062]

I’m a single woman raising my niece. I get ZERO support from her deadbeat dad. We eat simple, live simple, shop secondhand stores….the luxuries are few and I’m STILL barely making it from paycheck to paycheck!! And there’s no reprieve in sight from all this for any of us I’m sure!

[@GotGreenGardening]

Stop expecting support form people who clearly look like they wouldn't give support. That's something you can't control, I would say watch who you have kids with but it's your niece. Don't worry about stuff you can't control, and you can't control people. Only who you're around.

[@WalterFelts]

Where’s the mom? Or do you only blame the dad?

[@datnurse5062]

@@WalterFelts she has no parental rights. She chose drugs over family😢

[@WalterFelts]

@@datnurse5062 so she is a deadbeat mom.

[@tazandoreo]

We saw greedy landlords in Idaho raise rent by over 50% when everyone started buying up our real estate out here. Their excuse was that the "value" of their property was higher so they could. charge more. In other words, it was greed. Their mortgage payments hadn't increased...so when we blame everything on the system sometimes that's not exactly correct. A lot of the problems we face now are as a result of societal decay and stupidity. People wouldn't stop shopping for garbage during the COVID years as it was entertainment and they weren't willing to conserve their money.

[@joshua511]

I believe you about the greedy landlords but the greedy city/county leaders are usually to blame as well. When the county says your property is worth more, you have to pay more taxes at the end of the year. Last time I called them and said "at the value you claim my house is worth, do you want to buy it from me?"

[@johnnyabbott2302]

In my humble opinion, it goes back to one basic but unfortunate fact. "The love of money is the root of all evil".

[@CityPrepping]

it really does boil down to money at this point, and the fact that a small group control most of it and will do whatever it takes to push you out of the way.

[@Braveheart.22]

Exactly

[@forestdweller-111]

This is so flipping true 💯💯💯

[@mrnice4434]

Money is for sure one of the worst invention ever.

[@saba5774]

The love of money is a root of all sorts of evil.

[@donnaemslie5729]

We have our house paid off, but every year our property taxes keep getting higher and higher

[@midragga]

It's not your house if you have to pay property tax

[@Iquey]

​​@@midragga so you gonna pave your own roads and expect everyone to go to private school?

[@CJ-re7bx]

​@@Iqueyno, he's saying you don't own something if it can legally be forcefully taken from you. I'm not against taxes by the way, but they have a point.

[@chelseamurray1678]

This is not fair for seniors who can’t work

[@TomyPesantes]

​@@chelseamurray1678 See ifnyour city has homestead property tax, it's worth a look and can save thousands, all my elderly neighbors have to use it since they are on pension

[@rodbeck7891]

Thank you so much for bringing up the concept of true manhood. People are so afraid to talk about how to be a real man with courage, kindness and integrity. Many won't say it, but I'll say it here: men and women are each unique in their own God- given ways and they always will be. It's by design. Period. Thank you!

[@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544]

Duh!

[@aantosca]

2 sayings I think about a lot are "Hope for the best, Prepare for the worst" and "Better to have it (insert any prep item/skill here) and not need it than need it and not have it". Thanks for the encouraging videos!

[@TheFunkybert]

People are going to lose their minds if they are forced to live like a large portion of the population did during the Great Depression

[@Commonsensepreps]

That would be the purge, nothing like back then

[@jeepnj2502]

Yeah warlord gangs would be formed so fast heads would fly off from spinning. It wont be the evil white nazis breaking doors down either

[@alphacraig4784]

Maybe. But on the other hand those that remember their history would know that after that depression economic growth would likely improve their lives in the long run.

[@darrellbrown8165]

They won't make it, they have no concept of how to actually produce tangible goods or services, and have lost touch with reality.

[@vernon_x_sicboy]

⁠@@alphacraig4784a Great Depression in this era would last decades. Our kids would suffer

[@carlevans5403]

I started out with nothing and I still have most of it...😂❤😂... Happy mother's day to all the mother's...

[@gunsitescout5535]

my son and his wife live with my wife and I , with the cost of living going up more and more it takes a group to work together to make it through the life we have today. My wife and sons wife do the garden set up and we all help with the canning and processing of the wild game that we all hunt, planting berry plants and fruit trees together as a family makes us more cohesive as a family and partners in the life we live. I will agree when I finished High school I joined the military and spent 4 years learning a skill set and a work ethic that has carried over to my job now , I passed on the work ethic to my son and the Boy scouts helped cement the do your best everyday attitude . my son made Eagle Scout 2019 and it was one of the greatest days of my life and I see the man that he has become today. And I an Proud.

[@fleurstarable]

Very cool to hear

[@ChatGPT1111]

So your purpose of this rant was to self-promote, not to add anything of value.

[@dclaet1135]

@@ChatGPT1111 You can leave the chat box now.

[@tubecontributor3206]

Fyi (just so that people will know what you are talking about). It isn't called the Boy Scouts anymore-its called Scouting America

[@josiahmerz357]

As a fellow Eagle Scout, congrats to your son! The values I learned inform my life every single day, and I pray it does for your son too.

[@brianmoreau5274]

One of the things I firmly believe that needs to be handed down, aside from gardening, is the ability to store that food long term. Canning and other preservation techniques were always an interesting thing to do with my elders while growing up. It’s becoming a lost skill.

[@susiex6669]

And everyone must have a freezer. I will take a good freezer over a diamond ring any day of the week. Buy on sale and stock up on store clearances.

[@captainlonag3678]

i make 23 an hour in Arkansas. just 5 years ago i would be doing great. 10 years ago i would be doing pretty dang good. i still late on bills regularly now. Energy costs, groceries, taxes everything is going up. Our government is stealing billions of dolllars from us and sending them to other countries that dont deserve it. The for down the rabbit hole i go learning about how screwed up our government is and how evil it is, the more i realize we need a major reset. That will not happen till normal people start physically fighting back. That will only happen when people start starving

[@12ZekeS]

Spent my yesterday planting 6 fruit trees and 12 berry bushes. Gotta long-term plan!

[@ilenastarbreeze4978]

I just planted 4 raspberrys and i hope to get fruits next year, and got apples coming from 2 mature trees rhat were on property when we got it

[@Alex_Riddles]

The best time to plant a tree is ten years ago (when I did). The second best time is today.

[@vln222]

Same here and learning to make jelly/jams with the surplus.

[@Adalasia]

Sir, At the beginning of this year, you said you were planning on getting fitter and I was really inspired and I was checking in today to let you know: I’ve lost 40kg and I still have another 20kg but I want to say thank you for jogging me and getting me inspired in such a happy way. Thank you, I needed to do that and I feel really good that I’ve done it and I want to do more. hugs Ada

[@jenniferpray7562]

Your health and physical fitness is your most important asset. No amount of prepping will save you in an emergency if your body is not physically able to perform or adapt. Thank you for your videos.

[@carolineheartsong237]

Happy mothers day all you mothers out there.

[@davidcaressh2408]

Happy Mother’s Day dear.

[@nannag5801]

Happy Mother's Day

[@khaoskap5358]

don't worry, i told your mom

[@reformedchinesecommunist]

We are about a year or two away from a CBDC. The peasants are whining now but things are not quite desperate enough yet. The fed reserve is waiting till the panic is at a fever pitch… then when your brother is out of work and homeless, your cousin who had a phd is homeless, you see your high school buddy with a cardboard sign, thats when the sweet relief of a totalitarian CBDC will be immediately rolled into everyone’s IRS linked account. But first…the pain must be absolutely immense. Problem, solution, reaction.

[@danharris2007]

Less than that, i say by the end of the year.

[@debbiechadwick861]

What good will CBDC do if no one has any numbers on their screen. No resources.

[@danharris2007]

@@debbiechadwick861 that means your broke and u cant ever retire cause you cant save CBDC

[@Fat.Ass.Tatter93]

This is it my friend u are absolutely 💯% correct!!!!!

[@jeepnj2502]

​@@debbiechadwick861I think theyll bribe ppl into the totalitarian control. Open an acct now, get free 1000 bergbucks!

[@clearwater2134]

As a mother and scout leader, thank you for defending scouting. Those not involved don't know how great it really is and how it helps young men learn skills and life lessons no available. Thank you for sharing and God bless. Proud Eagle scout mom.

[@TheImprovementArchieve]

Jesus Christ is the best possible prep

[@sgtcrosshair1492]

Our neighbors, mostly the younger generation, won't even reply when you greet them with a hello. Most of those don't make eye contact. Sad

[@erichimes3062]

Yep very true

[@DollopOfDani444]

It's sad man, the younger ones don't have hope for the future, and ppl my age are too busy trying to keep food on the table. But despite how bad its gotten, I know im going to get through. The energy u put out, u get back. Peace n love.❤

[@jamestrent-nw9zb]

@@DollopOfDani444 I used to have a problem keeping food on the table too, but since I put a dead hamster under one of the table legs to keep it even and stop the food sliding off...Bingo!! (I got the idea from my tap dancing cat called Eric)

[@tracysmith-yv5lt]

@@DollopOfDani444 mine is just leaving school what a horrible time for the young adults

[@donnasmith2321]

That's going to change lol.

[@billvan5219]

64, property is paid for. No power, water, Internet, car or debt. Savings are still going down year by year. I grow as much food as possible and I'm lucky that my 3 kids are making it on their own 🤔

[@atbhill1606]

Just a friendly reminder...we the people have failed ourselves...we hold the real power, we have the numbers...what we doing!?

[@donnawatchesscifi3779]

Community! As someone who gardens and has not only a food garden but also pollinator gardens, native plants, and promoting biodiversity in my yard (no herbicides or pesticides) one thing that helps is having neighbors that don’t use pesticides and who don’t complain about the fact my yard isn’t all plain non-native turf grass. I share my garden skills and knowledge with all who ask, and I share my seeds and food with anyone near me who wants some. As S is now starting to HTF I put out a food table and put up a sign offering to help others grow.

[@mindtrickskiller2766]

Our forefather starting slitting throats for a 2% tax raise on tea. Now we see a 7% sales tax, an average 14.9% federal income tax, 6.2% tax rate from SS, 1.45% tax for Medicare, 2.66% state income tax. That’s over 32% total tax rate in my state. This does not count registering, inspecting and insuring your vehicle as well as the tax to OWN a vehicle newer than 15 years old. All in all you’re looking at over 40% of your yearly income going to taxes

[@LG-tw5vm]

You also don't get anything in return. Look at our infrastructure. It is falling apart.

[@Huskrrrr]

Klaus Schwab: " We will own everything and be much much happier than you."

[@19ghost73]

😉

[@WaterKirby1994]

Capitalism allowed to rampage results with the rich getting richer & everyone else getting poorer.

[@MGUP0331]

Failed policy and leadership has consequences!

[@susanmullen445]

I work at a grocery store and just two days ago my boss saw me crying and she asked why and I told her I had not eaten and she was so sad and so wonderful and she paid for a lunch for me . Please people.... I know it's hard but don't starve yourself because of bills

[@denalinde]

I remember as a kid getting oranges once a year on Christmas from my church & I looked forward to it so much. We had plenty of food via fishing, hunting & gardening so I hope people can return to that sort of life. My parents were born at the end of the Depression so prepping & taking care of ourselves was a way of life.

[@theirishcailin333]

I'm in Ireland and I'm out every day, all day trying to get my garden ready, sowing seeds, planting etc. My husband helps me with filling beds when he comes home from work, unfortunately due to a bad back injury from a car crash over 20 years ago I'm limited in what i can do unfortunately, I'd have way more done if i was completely able bodied. Theres so much to do but I'm getting there

[@therookeryvanlife5612]

My mom grew up in the forests of Virginia, USA during the 1940’s and 50’s. They farmed, gardened, canned, fished and hunted for survival. At age 6, my mom used to hunt small birds with a BB gun (Robins and Doves). The family ate everything that was brought in. I would love a simpler life.

[@denalinde]

@@theirishcailin333 Is there a neighbor that would trade labor for some space or harvest? That’s what my grandparents always did once they were too infirm to do it all. Of course us grandkids were free labor. 😀 I detested picking potato bugs off of the plants. Everything else was ok.

[@denalinde]

@@therookeryvanlife5612 I got my hunting license & own gun at age 12 when I passed the gun safety course. I’d been out hunting for years with my dad & uncle but they only let me actually shoot at clay pigeons until it was legal because my dad was a wildlife officer. I never really had the heart to shoot deer or elk, so I stuck mainly to birds or “rodent” type stuff. We also traded land to a person with bison, so we got one a year in payment. It took up a whole big freezer.

[@scottsheriff1296]

Yes ! Grandma made mittens grandpa had an apple house and sold fruit and vegetables. we all got together, had a big meal as a family, and really enjoyed each other.. cuzins all got to play outside together.

[@hexzerone7034]

This world has lost its mind. Also I’ll never go out to eat again after today’s Mother’s Day brunch. $110 for just my mother and I. I’ve had enough. I’m sick of trying to prove to some family members I’m good enough for them. I’ll save my money and do stuff for myself. My mom’s the only one I’ll do things for from now on.

[@jkmarshall3553]

That 110$ could have bought 11 rib eye steaks! Yum!

[@deubank1861]

My husband and son wanted to take me out to eat. I asked for a home dinner instead, cooking my favorite meals. I agree, going out to eat is too expensive and it isn’t the “treat” it used to be. God bless you.

[@leopardwoman38]

Took my youngest out to a late lunch at a local restaurant. It was $108, and we didn’t choose the most expensive items. Good thing that I don’t do this very often. I saved all the leftovers to eat for the next few days.

[@elizabethsnyder5074]

My family decided 2 decades ago that Mothers Day is a family brunch at home. My kids were little then and was hard enough to get them to behave at church, let alone brunch out in a crowded restaurant. So, Mother’s Day was spent at home. The littles are in their own environment (less stress) and the adults aren’t rushed. Some years we’ve brought food in, but even now, spending $$$ for a quiche that I can make for pennies makes no sense. So, we just set out the fine china, make a few simple dishes and pop a bottle of Cooks champagne and celebrate with cards and small gifts (like soaps!). It’s easy, peasy, quiet, and when we’re done, everyone goes down for a Sunday nap. PERFECT.

[@evecarrington562]

My mom, my niece and me all went out for lunch the Saturday before Mother's Day. It was $140 for the 3 of us for Mexican food with 3 frozen margaritas. No more going out to eat.

[@mariamercedfraguada]

I come from PR and wages there are awful; everything is so expensive in PR; we lived middle poor back home. When my husband and I moved to the mainland back in 2011, my husband and still lived like paupers. I was earning 40k and my husband did not work for 5 months until he was able to find his current job. It took us 11 yrs before we were able to be debt free, right now we don’t even a mortgage. We STILL live WAY below our means, and our household income is 130k. Back in 2017, we started following Dave Ramsey’s advice. It was still hard for us living even MORE below our means, but in the end it was sooooooo worth it. We have two little kids, early 40s and now we are just saving $$$ for the upcoming financial decline. It just breaks my heart that people are struggling financially. Finances really needs to make a comeback into High School.

[@slobotaigaz9680]

I’ve worked at least one fulltime job since age 15, usually multiple jobs. I rented rooms in shared houses until mid-20’s when I graduated and got married. Then it was a dual income family household. I think part of the problem is young single people have unrealistic expectations of quality of life as young adults. Not all of the problem, but def part of it.

[@nim3186]

For us GenX we are slowly watching everything we worked so hard crumbling in our hands! The American Dream is completely dead! My four adult children cannot afford to move out!!

[@BushcraftTexas]

100%

[@dukestockton8953]

Wolverines! Except the commies invaded from within.

[@NHIexist]

I hear you. For a good long while we felt like we were rats in a wheel just running to keep alive. But the cost of supporting ourselves and grown children is now sending us backwards.

[@matthewsmom010902]

Absolutely the truth!!

[@19ghost73]

"It is called 'The American dream' because you have to be asleep to believe in it!" (George Carlin)

[@MacTX]

The rich and well off people who say things are doing well or better than ever before remind me of the rich and nobility of France before the revolution. They live in a bubble.

[@EricK-ju7th]

In our house hold, we made some tough budget cuts with a realistic approach. We let go of things that were not essential to our well being. We are trying to minimize our spending too.

[@corynelson4512]

It's called the art of doing without. I got hit by a drunk driver years ago and it derailed my family's life. But I learned to do more with less and without. But I work hard, I pray and we get stuff done. God bless

[@cynbadlonewolf9455]

This attitude got us into this mess.

[@corynelson4512]

@@cynbadlonewolf9455 my hard work to get to where I was in life then misfortune got us to where we all are? Don't mistake disabilities for weakness sounds like your ignorant outlook on things is why you are where you are. Insulting people you don't even know over a comment your too immature and ignorant to understand.

[@hauntastic158]

I'm a mechanic, I make 4X the federal wage. I work 40 hrs. At my main job there is no overtime. I do multiple side jobs and now Working part time saturday's at another shop. I am just breaking even.

[@Commonsensepreps]

I'm not trying to pick you apart, but you're obviously doing something wrong if what you claim is true. Got into debt above your means or something. My advice is find a good woman who has a good job and split the bills

[@robertcook9264]

My cousin started out that way. He married a smart woman who budgeted well. They lived off the 40 hr paycheck, and banked all the side jobs. Those guys lived tight tight. Set your goals higher and your wants lower. The opposite of wealth is debt. Hes the millionaire next door now.

[@user-fn7hj7jr7m]

Here in Miami , a mechanic makes more than $110k a year , if you add extra work you will make around$180k ..I know mechanics with more than 5 properties... You better check your expenses.

[@shirleygriffin7672]

Stephen Pidgeon, attorney and CEO of the Cepher, living in Alaska said he feels sorry for the youth because they have inherited a squandered world. Like him or not he is spot on. Since 1991, we grow, buy foods, cook and eat at home. Farmers markets, CSA groups are great too. Community gardens are plentiful in my state in the sunny south. Health is your wealth and without it you have nothing.............. from the Ozarks, drinking fresh spring water since 1991

[@shirlebryant9427]

Excellent and thanks for sharing

[@theirishcailin333]

I'm in Ireland, we get an odd take away (take out) and rarely eat out. I cook pretty much everything from scratch, it's the way I was brought up and the way I am bringing up my family. My eldest who is 21 has a great head on her shoulders, she even said her and her boyfriend weren't going out for a meal because it's daylight robbery and she'd cook for them herself, I'm delighted she's that way. I have 2 under 9 and they see me cooking and baking everything so thankfully it's the norm for them

[@shirleygriffin7672]

@@theirishcailin333 excellent

[@jet4415]

Love the Ozarks!

[@louisewilliams1258]

@@theirishcailin333Sorry to see Ireland won't be Ireland in 2-3 generations.

[@wsucougar7997]

Been screaming for years that we need to be building micro homes or matchbox starter homes instead of the 4-5 bedroom, 3 bath super expensive houses. You g people need to be able to start their lives somewhere other than their parents’ basement. Local counties should zone vacant land for only neighborhoods of small houses.

[@pancakejamboree8700]

Or just live with your parents and work.

[@dudewhathappenedtomycountr9099]

Wonderful sentiment about men setting a good example for one another. Also regarding building bridges to connect with others versus splitting hairs. Inspiring video, Kris.

[@madamedubonnet92]

Happy Mothers day to all 💐

[@adamjaynes1503]

It doesn't matter what we do. Everything is costing more and more and we are falling behind. It is all by design.

[@bluelinewall640]

Chris, time and time again you speak logic, you care and that is a very good way to live. There are some preppers who were awesome on KZbin at first and now they are focusing on the world in crisis. You are right, we can't worry about what we can't change. Work on what you can. I fear for my children and grandchildren. How are they to live? God bless you for what you do.

[@nataliemanor4458]

Thank you. As a single woman, it is hard to find community. Some of your suggestions are good. Be safe.

[@growitheflow]

Industrial Society is collapsing in real time.

[@VoluntaryPlanet]

Industrial society would be fine in the absence of government and central banking.

[@Reallythough]

We don’t make much anymore. Most factories are actually foreign owned.

[@PandaLife-lp8kn]

America is Collapsing thanks to Beijing Bought Biden

[@LouisE-mp8lx]

@@VoluntaryPlanetexactly. Industrialization and technological advances are good things, but they should serve to make the average person’s life easier. Instead, we work just as long and hard as ever, and are more efficient than ever due to said technological advances, but are seeing very little of the increased profits. What we do get is then further skimmed with taxes and inflation.

[@bdgackle]

Yes, it is, and it's been way less fun than Hollywood promised it would be.

[@lucies6718]

Why are so many of you bitching out the woman who makes 34$/hr? What do you know about her and her family's expenses? She may have pricey medications, older parents to care for, or such other expenses... 34$/hr is not enough in our new reality corporate world economy.

[@kerrynight3271]

If she wanted compassion, she would have helped her case by mentioning any unusual expenses.

[@roughroadstudio]

She doesn't mention any of that, she doesn't mention anything she's been doing to mitigate it, she looks like she has a nice car which means a car loan, and is someone who gets her coffee and pastry at Starbucks every morning, what would be $300 a month she could cut right there. But yes you're correct, we don't know and assumptions are unfair. It might be in the comments or a prior video.

[@run4cmt]

In some parts of the country that may not be enough.

[@ShalomAcres2]

Prices are super crazy right now. So are taxes and fees. Ridiculous. But I've found most people are living beyond their means which is making it harder to "make it" these days. Here are some things we've learned along the way to stay out of debt - Be a producer - not a consumer. Focus on non-monentary income. What items can you make instead of buy? Especially food. Make your own food as often as you can. It doesn't have to be fancy or complicated. Do you really need a $600 phone? Small expenses add up! Drop non-essential monthly payments - online music, games, movies,.. Amazon prime is a rip off! You can still get free shipping without it. Speaking of Amazon, leave stuff in your cart for a week before you buy it. A lot of times you'll find you don't really need it. Stop making car payments! Buy a cheap used car. Use cash not cards. Stop buying coffee drinks - they are mostly milk and cheap syrup. Same with alcohol. Make your own drinks at home! SO much cheaper! Shop thrift stores and garage sales for clothes.

[@melissak9640]

Together we stand, divided we fall. This is important now more that ever. It’s a very important message that we need to get out there over and over again. Thank you CP.

[@graywind4326]

Inflation is theft. Avoid debt at all cost. Its like putting out a fire with gasoline. Rents, and insurance and food are one of the biggest problems. Every has escalated in cost far faster than salaries and compensation and that is at the core of the problem.

[@MB-ml2ss]

Speaking from personal experience, I evaluated every penny I was spending and found I was the problem. I made enough money I just wasn't allocating properly. My suggestion is to take a painful look at your spending, a real, very, painful look and see if there's anything you can do to lower your expenses. I got a receipt for everything, I started growing my own food, I got a smart thermostat and wore a sweatshirt and sweatpants in the winter so I could keep the temperature at 68 instead of 70. I walk when I'm able instead of driving. The hardest part was acknowledging what I can't change. I can't change the price of an item, but I can choose how and when I spend my money. I hope this is helpful.

[@cynbadlonewolf9455]

You should work in DC

[@Jimoutdoors]

Probably my favorite video you’ve ever done! It resonated with me so much! I found myself saying yes sir! Yep! Exactly! All the way through it! And bro I must say your arms are getting huge. Way to go!!!

[@CityPrepping]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AT-so2ke]

Chris, I really appreciate what you said about the value of kindness. It’s really too bad that every kid didn’t and won’t get to have experience in the Scouts. The fundamental values learned and shared can shape entire lives and build lasting friendships.

[@kj7653]

Mathematician - It is my insurance costs. Health insurance, car insurance, homeowners insurance, etc. all added up take up a greater percentage of my paycheck than any other expense.

[@dupre7416]

Carry as little insurance as you can. You'll likely never see benefit from homeowner's insurance. The insurance companies will always find a way to deny your claim anyway.

[@veeknitqueensolo7177]

Cloward and Piven strategy = force a solution to the problem they've caused to keep us inslaved!

[@outbackjack46270]

@outbackjack46270 4 minutes ago (edited) Was just notified that our house insurance has gone up an additional $800.00. No claims just boom. So now after being with the same company for over 20 years I have to shop, shop shop for a new company only to have them do that to me again.

[@jeltoninc.8542]

Yes insurance is what’s draining everyone. They claim it’s “because of climate change”, but actually the CEOs are taking massive bonuses.

[@FreedomTalkMedia]

How are taxes not your biggest expense?

[@LaurenLovesFall]

I’m a single mom who works from home, homeschools my autistic daughter, and BARELY makes ends meet. And sometimes not in the same month. 😂 I’m grateful for the warmer months just so we can have our gardens back. My daughter is also returning to school so I can work more and her lunch is prepared by the school. It’s wild! And I consider myself extremely lucky because I still have a roof over my head, food in the pantry, and friends/family nearby. For many, life is much harder than mine. If it weren’t for your channel and the learning/prepping I’ve done over the years, my anxiety would be much more severe than it already is!

[@carolynchilders2250]

Told my son that I wanted to set up new TV instead of going out to dinner for Mother's day. We went to dinner a week ago and cost about $120 for three people. Nothing fancy, just Mexican restaurant.

[@silverhawk3413]

I've been a gardener for over 40 years. I was an urban police officer, who on a particular day responded on a call for help from another police officer and when I and other officers arrived, that officer had been killed. Fast forward - gardening offered a place of solitude (a sanctuary) and peace and food to put on the table. That solitude offers you a place to work things out in your head and heart. Today, I encourage everyone I speak with to grow something. I usually start with giving them a package of radish seeds. Anyone can grow radishes. Once they realize they can grow vegetables, then I help them plan, prepare and plant their next year's garden. They are always grateful to have been introduced to their very own special place. MY GARDEN. Start now, ask a gardener. They will be more than willing to help you learn so that they will be able to teach someone else. Keep on prepping!

[@sosidecop64]

I’ve been saying it for years now: You have to follow the 3 L’s- Learn to live with less. I just buy the basics when it comes to food. I’ve cancelled all my subscriptions, except internet, I don’t drive anywhere unless I absolutely have to and I combine all trips into one. I also work as many hours as I can and save that extra money. It’s only going to get worse, a whole lot worse, so now is the time to prepare. Actually yesterday was the time but that time has passed.

[@christinasmith1116]

This is exactly what the WEF wants of us! Their 2030 agenda is "You will own nothing and be happy!"

[@chupacabra304]

Sometimes people do all those things and still cannot make ends meet, our government and the mega-corporations destroying the dollar and our economy and thus the country are to blame and while yes, people can live within their means, these days that doesn’t guarantee security

[@rhokanson8514]

Yes, we do all those things. And still can't make ends meet. Also, have a very ill child. Any "extra" goes to be able to help him.

[@paulstroinski7712]

I've been doing the same for 4 + years. Laid off every winter for the past 4ys, savings gone, changed career this year after 30+ at the last one. Layoffs aren't sessional

[@JoJo-fm4tk]

If Americans could learn to sacrifice a little bit of privacy and space, we can do as other cultures that have several generations under one roof. Everyone contributes to the household. The grandparents watch the kids to save on daycare and sometimes cook the meals. The parents and older children work to share financial responsibilities.

[@AnilSingh-rn3kx]

Happy mother's day to all the mom's ❤❤ all around the world. Thank you Chris

[@EyesSewnShut]

If it hasn't happened by now, it won't.

[@lisacarden1309]

Peepers do not thrive on conspiracy theories, they thrive on the TRUTH!!!

[@oneperson5760]

I recommend multi generational housing. It helps both the young and the old and us in between. Its completely normal and what most of the world does.

[@stacky512a]

Agreed.

[@ml.5377]

The best advice I ever received was to ask myself three questions before purchasing ANYthing... Do I really want it? Do I really need it? Can I really aford it (Do I have the money in my pocket to pay for it)? These questions have kept us debt free, having a good life by social standards and not worrying about our future. Do not live your life to please others. Do good for yourself and yours so as not to fall a victim of today's dead society.

[@mrnice4434]

Well the problem is many ppl already have cut down everything unnecessary and still lose more money then they earn.

[@samdorchester2524]

Good advice because debt makes you feel richer than what you are.

[@ml.5377]

​@@mrnice4434Oh, one of my sisters is a true example of that. She lives in a great city in the US, has made lots of money and still owns nothing. The system owns her. She did not set her priorities with a future vision. I live in a third world country were everybody wants to go for vacation, but even since I was little I never cared a pickle about other people's standards. My grandparents were patient teachers of living a sensible and frugal life, enjoying the fruits of your labor wisely. Have I splurged sometimes? Sure have. It was my splurge money. Other times I save and save until I can get what I want from my "needs" money. The problem is that that people have a distorted view of happiness. Real happiness comes from within, and that means sometimes you can do without and it's ok.

[@donnaemslie5729]

Yes!

[@donnaemslie5729]

One thing can stop a lot of people to know do I really need or just want it, is use cash. It’s much different seeing your cash leave your hands, then a debit card or credit card. Think about it over night, many times a person decides that they just wanted it and they don’t purchase.

[@paullink9319]

Thomas Jefferson warned of this... something about allowing a central bank and one day waking up homeless and penniless.

[@drakovis798]

Prepping on a budget sounds great. I'm not in the USA. Rent's going up here at a rate of 15-20%, but wages aren't. One rental unit made the news for having over 1000 replies of interest in under 24 hours. It's really easy to be discouraged, when rents are easily taking up over 50% of a decent wage and those rents are climbing really fast.

[@kevin86777]

Yep its bad. I took a 40% pay cut 3 months ago due to cuts at work. Still work there because the job market is awful. We're losing everything.

[@kerrynight3271]

I'm curious where you live that the job market is awful.

[@_evilqueen]

Wow, God bless you and your family.

[@willbass2869]

40% cut? Damn...I'd be p!ssed

[@mamaof8girls920]

We find the more we volunteer, give and serve the more our own needs are met. Thats not why we do it, but it is always a blessing.

[@richardwyse7817]

non profits can be your friend.

[@iangreer4585]

Funny thing is you find people there who believe in service, who believe in trust, and who believe in good faith. It’s like a brotherhood working with non-profits.

[@LaJesseable]

Thank you for your take on everything. I think we can all agree that we value your words and opinion. It leaves a lot of us to think about what really needs to happen within ourselves and within our small community/ tribes.

[@therookeryvanlife5612]

I’m in Orlando, FL and I see they are building tons of “luxury “ apartments. A studio starts at $1850 per month (about 600 sqft). I bought a home in 2010 but today, I couldn’t afford my own house. It’s ridiculous and I worry about what is to come.

[@user-hb3uy7hr7s]

All of central Florida is a disaster financially for the working man and woman.

[@jet4415]

I purchased a house in the upstate of SC in 2000. I could not afford to buy it now. It is concerning as my property taxes and home insurance will go up. The new apartment complexes are so expensive.

[@NHIexist]

We only bought 3 years ago and also wouldn't afford our house today. I assume that everyone else must be earning alot more than us.

[@sarasands5]

I bought my house in 2012 for $119K. Now? It will list for $299K. I've done nothing to it. I'll never be able to afford to move, even if I wanted to.

[@thelastboomer9088]

Our son moved into one of those luxury apartments in February. He took his first job after college in NC down in Orlando. We tried to convince him to find something less expensive but he was enamored with the club house, weight room, pool, etc. He reaches out every month for money, saying he needs food or can’t pay his bills. We’ve given him a little but are cutting back, reminding him he made the choice to live there. He’s 24 for reference.

[@henrymorgan3982]

I feel for all struggling out there. One thing to do is LIVE WITHIN YOUR MEANS. I have had to years ago cancel cable, landline, movie subscriptions, bring home lunch every day and shop weekly and plan it out. It can be done.

[@christenascott5280]

😀

[@RamseyUnit]

These are all very good things to do to cut costs, but many people can’t pay their rent. Cutting out cable is not going to help them. Many of the comments here are from people living on $1,000- $1,500 per month. My heart breaks for them.

[@SoilToSoul]

It can be done for a while. When prices continue to rise and your wages don't while company profits continue to rise, and there isn't enough time in a day for another job, well, at that point, it isn't sustainable. Frugality isn't an end all be all. Sometimes, at some point, the ends still won't meet.

[@stan4d1969]

No one wants to hear "LIVE WITHIN YOUR MEANS" - they think everything should be cheap/free and minimum skills should earn top dollar. Welcome to the free market economy.

[@louisewilliams1258]

@@RamseyUnitliving on that OR LESS.

[@autobond007]

If they can print as much money as they want at any time why are we paying taxes??

[@RedDogForge]

we all know we're being gaslit, we alll know its a fiscal nightmare. we all know what needs to be done.

[@pshodean]

people don't control their spending and worse yet have no reserves. It takes discipline to limit spending, drive an older car, smaller apt/house don't eat out, knock off the fancy vacations for instance because things happen like medical bills that can't be controlled etc. It takes effort but if you budget and shop deals it can be done and you will sleep much much better. You wont be keeping up with the Jones but you will be in better off.

[@graywind4326]

My vacations consisted of taking the wife and kids to visit the grandparents on my days off. I took vacation days for appointments and family events not vacations. At least when I was in the ARMY every day was a holiday and every meal a banquet. So there was that. 😂

[@kellyalger2394]

Budget isn't the sole issue, it's the fact the essentials are substantially more expensive and wages are not going up proportionality.

[@jeanmalonek1886]

2Timonthy 3:1-5

[@beccag1297]

⁠@@kellyalger2394Agreed. Even with no frills, driving cars that are nearly 20 years old, living in a home that is absolutely not beyond our means, not eating out, meal planning and gardening, we, and many others are barely able to cover the basics. It would literally take one setback to put us under.

[@cynbadlonewolf9455]

Said the head of the volunteer slave organization 🤬💩😳🤔

[@guillaumekeulen219]

Be aware for toxic shame & blame, especially people in precaire situations, like my 75 year neighbour! Social workers, gaslighted that he wasnt doeing his best, what made him severe depressed and got in a freeze mode, making everything worst than better! Because i was at his place when the social worker visited him and still not believe they treat him like that in The Netherlands If i didnt hear it myself, i wouldnt believe it myself!

[@soniaprovard8259]

That is very disheartening indeed. It’s hard to understand a person who chooses to be a social worker lacks compassion for people who so desperately need help! That social worker may have started her career with the best intentions but after years of seeing & dealing with so much physical & emotional chaos, even the strongest case workers become hardened & jaded. Add ing to the depression is the fact that they are being paid the lowest salaries of any degree required career. It’s awful but sadly that’s no excuse to treat people so badly.

[@guillaumekeulen219]

@@soniaprovard8259 Maybe fear that one day it could be them!? I worked as a hospital viccar in an psychiatric hospital for a short while, and asked myself, how it is possible to recover there! Ice cold white, on the closed units, they get no more than 20 min outside if there was enough staff and didnt rain! The whole day watching Tv, smoking & coffee, Yes therapy was only 1 1/2 a day, mostly things i did at Kindergarten, some girls /women liked, the boys/ man hated it. Told me about it, but where afraid to talk about it with the staff ( punishment, builling) I thought why do this happen in a very civilized country! I remembered that Germany was one of the most civilized countries worldwide, we all know what happened! If you want more to know! Search for Psychiatric hospital Sonnenheim( still used as institution for severe disabled Yes they got a shower, Auschwitz style) and Aktion Tiergarten 4, dont watch after dinner!)

[@starsandstrides8477]

Fantastic video, Chris 🐴! Thank you for all you do

[@katmitchell7995]

All of our Neighbors when I was a child traded and shared food from our gardens. Local farm had chicken and turkeys and all the boys in the neighborhood worked there . We always got rotisserie chickens and turkeys from them. Neighbors meant something. My husband and I still maintain a large garden and do all the things we did so many years ago. Good luck to all. Keep prepping.

[@theoriginalOSOK]

I was a Scout Master and Assistant (mostly due to having to travel) and both of my boys (now in their 30's) are Eagle Scouts. Unfortunately, the BSA has deteriorated. If you have a good troop, it's because the adult leadership is choosing to operate like it's 20 years ago. I agree that it is really important to get your community working together - it's hard to do before it's really obvious that it is necessary... people just tend to keep to themselves and move around so that they don't become naturally rooted in a community.

[@deletefundz]

We were humbled by traveling to small villages throughout the world. It impacted our current outlook on life. It takes a community.

[@jbock2922]

I just finished watching the movie The Big Short last night. I remember when that whole thing went down, I believe there is something bigger coming

[@chafikketan6594]

i like this guy ..i do..humble and willing to help and serve...we need lots man like him

[@theirishcailin333]

Hi from Ireland. I'm a bit shocked at the amount of people saying eat at home which leaves me extremely shocked to think that people eat out all the time!! I have a well stocked pantry, i cook pretty much everything from scratch, make sauces and freeze them etc. If i find beef/chicken reduced i buy a lot and vacuum seal which is brilliant. We dont have coupons here unfortunately, well not like out there!! I also bake - brown bread, white bread and even though its absolutely devoured its nothing compared to our delicious white bread we can get here!! I also bake cinnamon rolls, buns/muffins, tray bakes, cookies (make them up, freeze them and pull out and bake, all these baked goods are treats and most certainly not a daily option 😅 food has dramatically risen in price here so has fuel etc. I dont do a weekly shop really, just pick up fresh veg, milk etc because I'm so well stocked. A friend recently told me she spends over around €300 per week on 2 adults and 2 small children and thats no meat!

[@jkmarshall3553]

Dude, I even make my cat's meals. They love me.

[@miranduri]

@@jkmarshall3553😂🐱

[@Utah_Mike]

It’s not a making money problem, it’s a spending money problem!

[@jalidkalid]

You’re delusional

[@catalhuyuk7]

Do what the wealthy do- pay yourself first, then pay your bills. Taxes should be the last thing on your list.

[@akc783]

Delusional

[@cynbadlonewolf9455]

My lord the Ignorance 😱💩 due I labor for 25 an hour and can barely afford to live in my car. Keep judging 👍

[@catalhuyuk7]

@@cynbadlonewolf9455 If you’re making 4K a month and living in your vehicle why are you still broke? It makes no sense to me.

[@davidwilliams8405]

Spot on, you are indeed a realist, and you said many things that are glaringly obvious to be the right thing to do, such as learning how to grow your own food, and very important, how to interact with one's own, immediate community. The icing on the cake was your take on learning how to be kind, instead of right all the time. I myself am of the Baby Boomer generation, where, like you said, kindness was a virtue, and community was always important. When I was growing up, if we didn't know all our neighbors, someone we knew would know about him/her...and not in a mean and disparaging way...and our "neighbors" lived in a mile wide radius from our house, which meant that all your neighbors didn't necessarily live withing line of sight of you. Each year I continue to expand my backyard garden, and what I haven't personally consumed or given away, I've canned and dehydrated. Great podcast, can't wait for the next.

[@puertoropelu2257]

All of these problems go back to corporations. Now I am 100% for free capitalism, but when the corporations put these incredible ridiculous prices, and our government has these policies in place that we are pretty much forced to abide by them. Our government needs to PROTECT US from these prices ! Not enable it!