Skills Archives

25 Life Skills to Learn Before Hard Times Arrive

Another Great Depression is coming, which is why now is the time to practice basic life skills that will get you through hard times.

Our forefathers and foremothers used plants, common sense, and a little know-how to ease all types of pain and discomfort.

Explore the ancient practice of making aspirin from willow bark. Discover the natural pain-relieving properties of salicin.

American Amish communities use a different power grid: “God’s Grid.” Here are the skills they use to make it work.

Over 1000 survival uses for household items. From makeshift stoves to emergency ponchos, learn how to make the most of what you have.

Unleash your fire-starting skills with the fire plow method. Our step-by-step guide will show you how to create and use a fire plow.

It’s important to get your family involved when preparing for disaster. Here are some ways to make prepping fun for the whole family.

Find relief from poison ivy, oak, and sumac rashes with these natural poison ivy remedies. Learn what to do before you get a rash.

You can prepare for a disaster with low-cost supplies and limited storage space right now. Every purchase on this list is quickly accessible.

Get prepared for hyperinflation. Learn about the factors that contribute to this financial phenomenon and how to safeguard your assets.