|
A survival kit should be carried by anyone who goes deep into the wilderness. What should be in it? Matches, a knife of some sort, survival Tools, flashlight, and first aid kit are among the frequent recommendations. When you read the true stories of survival, though, you come to realize that it is what's in a persons head that often determines if they survive or not. What, then, should be in this mindful survival kit? A Survival Kit In Your Mind 1. Willingness to learn. Even those who know nothing about survival until lost in the wilderness can still learn as they go - if they are willing to. If you're cold, watch that squirrel dive under a pile of leaves, and try that to stay warm (it works). Observe what's working and what isn't, and keep trying new things. 2. Willingness to do what's necessary. This is one of the crucial items in your Mental survival kit. Hey, they can eat hissing cockroaches just for the chance to win some money on "Fear Factor," so you can do it to save your life, right? Spoon with your buddy to stay warm, break open logs to find grubs to eat - do anything it takes. 3. Positive attitude. This is an essential. In many stories of survival it is clear that those who expected to survive did. Even if you're not sure you can survive, encourage this mindset by acting as if you expect to. 4. Inspirational thoughts. This is how to have that positive attitude. An easy and enjoyable way to get this inspiration is to read true stories of wilderness survival. Some of the stories are about situations far worse than anything you are ever likely to encounter. Remembering them at the appropriate time is a good way to see to it that you survive. Tell them to others too, if you are in a group. 5. outdoor survival knowledge. You don't have to go to a survival training course to read and remember that you can safely eat all North American mammals, or that you can stuff your jacket with duck down to create a warm coat. Every little bit helps, so learn a new trick or two each season, or take an edible plant guide on your next hike. 6. Reasons to survive. We all have reasons to want to stay alive, but we need to remember to pull out those reasons when the time comes. Many people have give credit for their survival to the visual thought of a loved one waiting for them, or something they want in the future. Maybe you've already done this Mental preparation, but it can't hurt to familiarize yourself with the list above again. Is there anything you think you should work on in your Mental outdoor survival kit? Learn more about survival gear and the qualities of a good escape tool at DTC LifeTools.com
Related Articles -
escape tool, survival gear, survival kit, DTC LifeTools,
| 
