LMonty
Advisory Board, Administrator, In Memoriam
It's a common problem preppers and survivalists face frequently. Once it becomes known that you are prepared for a problem, be it bird flu, earthquake, hurricane or other disaster- then it is almost guaranteed you'll hear the words "Well then, if it happens, I'm coming to your house!"
What to do about it? The most common reaction is stark surprise! How could this individual take your message of concern, and suddenly think that you would prepare for them, too?? Yet, its heard so frequently that it must be an almost universal reaction. And the common reaction that it creates is concern- its hard enough to prep for yourself and loved ones, but to have the resources to prep for the neighborhood- or to even want to- is pretty rare!
A few other folks -even one- turning up at your door expecting shelter is bound to upset your carefully laid plans. While some persons might be an asset- many who dont have the forethought to prepare in the face of danger will tend to be liabilities. They are not mentally prepared to live in the new reality. Each additional mouth to feed decreases the survival window.
Because of this, many preppars and survivalists tell no one of their preparations. It creates quite a lot of tension and in some, a moral dillemma. How to explain the threat, advise others-especially those you care about- but still keep safe the loved ones in your care?
Out of this dilemma the "Ticket Concept" was born.
Please read the linked article for information on the Ticket Concept.
Then consider how it can apply in your situation. First, you have to mean what you say- that without following your instructions, you will turn them away. Think that through, "game it" in your mind. Until you convince yourslef you mean it- you wont be able to convince others! (Tough for us women, you know!) After you believe you can do it, then go to the Second Step.
Decide what size Ticket will gain the party entry to your home/retreat/community. Make a physical list on a small piece of paper you can carry in your wallet. Hand it to the individual if the situation arises. "Here's the price of admission- your Ticket".
Look them straight in the eye, and say again : "This is what it takes-without it, dont even think of putting my family at risk by showing up at my place."
The Ticket Concept is what you make of it, the rules are yours, customized to your individual situation, and the individuals you apply it to. That's the power. It conveys like nothing else the seriousness of the situation, and has actually been known to convert a few folks into preparationists.
I've used it, with apparent success- it certainly causes the person to back down and think!
I'd love to hear your reports of people's response to the being handed a Ticket List.
http://www.alpharubicon.com/prepinfo/survivalticket1.htm
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What to do about it? The most common reaction is stark surprise! How could this individual take your message of concern, and suddenly think that you would prepare for them, too?? Yet, its heard so frequently that it must be an almost universal reaction. And the common reaction that it creates is concern- its hard enough to prep for yourself and loved ones, but to have the resources to prep for the neighborhood- or to even want to- is pretty rare!
A few other folks -even one- turning up at your door expecting shelter is bound to upset your carefully laid plans. While some persons might be an asset- many who dont have the forethought to prepare in the face of danger will tend to be liabilities. They are not mentally prepared to live in the new reality. Each additional mouth to feed decreases the survival window.
Because of this, many preppars and survivalists tell no one of their preparations. It creates quite a lot of tension and in some, a moral dillemma. How to explain the threat, advise others-especially those you care about- but still keep safe the loved ones in your care?
Out of this dilemma the "Ticket Concept" was born.
Please read the linked article for information on the Ticket Concept.
Then consider how it can apply in your situation. First, you have to mean what you say- that without following your instructions, you will turn them away. Think that through, "game it" in your mind. Until you convince yourslef you mean it- you wont be able to convince others! (Tough for us women, you know!) After you believe you can do it, then go to the Second Step.
Decide what size Ticket will gain the party entry to your home/retreat/community. Make a physical list on a small piece of paper you can carry in your wallet. Hand it to the individual if the situation arises. "Here's the price of admission- your Ticket".
Look them straight in the eye, and say again : "This is what it takes-without it, dont even think of putting my family at risk by showing up at my place."
The Ticket Concept is what you make of it, the rules are yours, customized to your individual situation, and the individuals you apply it to. That's the power. It conveys like nothing else the seriousness of the situation, and has actually been known to convert a few folks into preparationists.
I've used it, with apparent success- it certainly causes the person to back down and think!
I'd love to hear your reports of people's response to the being handed a Ticket List.
http://www.alpharubicon.com/prepinfo/survivalticket1.htm
Linked by Permission of the Rubicon
we've only been preparing for a few months now. 
arty: about it.
