I wasn't sure of where to put this and to be honest I think it should have it's own place on the forum. Let's face it, this should open up a ton of discussion for everyone to look at and get involved in.
The will to survive is the number 1 aspect of survival and it looks like to we have a very knowlegable group of people here that should have plenty of imput, from those who have seen combat to those who have honestly lived longer then some of us and can talk from experience.
If you really think about it, this is coming face to face with reality and knowing how to handle it is vital. One night in the woods alone can make you deal with your true self, so can you imagine how a pro-longed survival situation could effect us.
*PTSD, Depression, anxiety among numerous other mental health issues.
*The loss of loved ones.
*What will it take to push yourself?
*Loss of access to medications for some people and/or the need for medications on a new basis because of what could affect you.
*Panic, suicide, overwhelming fear.
*Simply not really knowing what you are capable of until you are actually in a certain position.
*Companionship, a shoulder to lean on.
*The unfortunate possibility of having to take a life even if it is a legitimate life or death situation. It will affect you whether you think it will or not!
*Lack of counselors/Docters
*Dealing with addictions for those that have a need for anything in their life now whether it be cigarettes or illegal drugs.
*Dealing with people who have no remorse for others.
*Knowing how to treat someone that needs help.
*Keeping your belief system or having to modify it.
*Knowledge of what medications are used for what and their side affects.
*Knowing your strengths and weakness not to mention those of people around you.
*Pushing yourself when you think you can't go any further.
*A childs needs vs. an adults needs.
*Being a good listener
*Knowing how to recognize signs in youself and others that something is wrong and/or different.
I know this type of thing is hard to talk about and can create fear in itself, but it has to be looked at and talked about. I firmly believe stepping out of your comfort zone on issues like this or even general survival skills is the only way of seeing what you are made of or capable of. The fact is we are all capable of much more then we think.
I really hope we get alot of imput here because this is so important and a chance for all of us to learn from each other.
Take Care
The will to survive is the number 1 aspect of survival and it looks like to we have a very knowlegable group of people here that should have plenty of imput, from those who have seen combat to those who have honestly lived longer then some of us and can talk from experience.
If you really think about it, this is coming face to face with reality and knowing how to handle it is vital. One night in the woods alone can make you deal with your true self, so can you imagine how a pro-longed survival situation could effect us.
*PTSD, Depression, anxiety among numerous other mental health issues.
*The loss of loved ones.
*What will it take to push yourself?
*Loss of access to medications for some people and/or the need for medications on a new basis because of what could affect you.
*Panic, suicide, overwhelming fear.
*Simply not really knowing what you are capable of until you are actually in a certain position.
*Companionship, a shoulder to lean on.
*The unfortunate possibility of having to take a life even if it is a legitimate life or death situation. It will affect you whether you think it will or not!
*Lack of counselors/Docters
*Dealing with addictions for those that have a need for anything in their life now whether it be cigarettes or illegal drugs.
*Dealing with people who have no remorse for others.
*Knowing how to treat someone that needs help.
*Keeping your belief system or having to modify it.
*Knowledge of what medications are used for what and their side affects.
*Knowing your strengths and weakness not to mention those of people around you.
*Pushing yourself when you think you can't go any further.
*A childs needs vs. an adults needs.
*Being a good listener
*Knowing how to recognize signs in youself and others that something is wrong and/or different.
I know this type of thing is hard to talk about and can create fear in itself, but it has to be looked at and talked about. I firmly believe stepping out of your comfort zone on issues like this or even general survival skills is the only way of seeing what you are made of or capable of. The fact is we are all capable of much more then we think.
I really hope we get alot of imput here because this is so important and a chance for all of us to learn from each other.
Take Care
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