Survival is an interesting term. To some it means living, but to most, it implies something more profound.
It’s not just about staying alive for one more day, although that can seem like a pretty big thing. It’s about pursuing your dreams, surviving financial crises, and supporting others as they try to survive what seems like a disaster at times.
Survival isn’t always fun or easy, which is why I believe it to be so important. We need to understand its value in order to really see how powerful it is.
This article will talk about the importance of survival in our lives, and how we can all improve our ability to deal with survival situations.
Why It’s Important To Survive
Surviving is much more than being able to do things like drive or eat food. It is having enough energy to work with others to create solutions for problems, understanding that you can’t always control everything, and learning how to prioritize in life so your commitments hold up.
Survival is about living within your means and educating yourself about basic needs and money management.
It is also about helping other people by communicating and offering your knowledge and resources. In fact, surviving depends on us sharing our skills and experiences with other people we meet.
We spend a lot of time talking about how important it is to be happy, but what if we changed that to say, “it is more important to live” instead?
I think we would all agree that living is better than dying and that there are many ways to die (from hunger, thirst, violence, etc.). Therefore, I believe that it is more important to focus on why we should try to stay alive than why we should aim to enjoy our lives.
Survival Tips
Surviving a disaster can seem like an impossible task at times, but there are things you can do to help yourself get back up again.
This includes finding food, water, and shelter as well as re-establishing communication with loved ones.
All of these things play an integral part in helping anyone survive a major catastrophe or crisis.
Survival Basics
First, you’ve got to understand that “survival” is not the same as “living a good life.” Surviving means living with very little material wealth, maybe even having to do some things you don’t want to be a part of.
It also doesn’t have anything to do with being brave or strong. It has nothing to do with helping other people, except by example.
Survival is about self-sufficiency. It’s about knowing how to prepare for bad times so that you can sustain your own needs.
This includes learning how to survive the mental health issues we might encounter in these difficult times.
We’d all like to think that we would never put ourselves through what someone else went through that lost their lives because they didn’t know what to do or who to ask for help, but thinking ahead and educating yourself on ways to stay safe is at least a start towards that goal.
There are many different types of survivors out there, and it’s always helpful to learn from others’ experiences rather than assuming something will go wrong and trying to prevent it.
Good luck isn’t really practical advice, and a lot of people lose track of that when they’re preparing for tough times.
The Three Types of Survival Skills
Surviving anything can be categorized into three main types depending on how you perceive the situation. If you are able to shift your perspective, then it becomes easier to identify what actions need to be taken and what needs to be ignored or put off until later.
This way of thinking was discussed in detail in my article titled “The Best Ways To Improve Your Self-Awareness” so make sure to read that first. For now, we will only discuss the different types of survival here.
There are two basic types of survival, which I like to refer to as urgent and non-urgent survival. Urgent survival requires immediate action, while non-urgent survival allows for more deliberate action.
We live our lives full of both kinds of survival all the time – from going out to eat to buying new clothes to start a new job. Only once everything has been paid attention to does non-urgent survival begin.
I would say that most people fall somewhere in between these two categories, usually opting for delayed non-urgency at best. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it could use some improvement.
Urgent survival comes with risk, whereas non-urgent survival lacks risk unless you take unnecessary chances by waiting too long. Both types of survival require us to prioritize our life and spend our resources wisely, but there is one major difference.
Emergency Preparedness
One of the biggest reasons why people get into bad situations or need to flee quickly is because they are not prepared for an emergency.
This can be due to a lack of knowledge, money, or both!
Knowing how to survive a disaster may seem like an extra burden, but it’s really something everyone should have before going through any kind of crisis.
It will help you deal with things much more effectively than if you were totally unprepared.
Emergency preparation doesn’t mean buying expensive gadgets or stockpiling food and water, though- those things are definitely helpful. What it means is having a plan that could include either of these things or anything else that is non-negotiable in your life.
It’s also about establishing routines and rituals that keep you feeling ready and calm, even when everything around you is falling apart.
Surviving When Everything Goes Wrong
Survival seems like an impossible feat when everything goes wrong.
But it isn’t! It’s actually very possible to survive even disastrous situations, as long as you don’t give up.
You have to make yourself aware of what is going on around you, be willing to take action, and never forget how to go through the basic steps of everyday life – eating, sleeping, washing, walking, and talking.
With practice, anything can be survived. And I mean anything really- from natural disasters to interpersonal conflicts that seem almost unbearable at times.
So why should you care about surviving? Because we all suffer in one way or another at some time in our lives. We experience things that are outside our control which threaten our sense of safety and security.
We could lose someone close to us, or ourselves. Life can suddenly become much more difficult than it needed to be and we need to know how to deal with that.
Why Survival Is Important?
Surviving is much more than just being able to take care of yourself in terms of food, shelter, and medicine. It means doing whatever it takes to keep functioning even when you don’t have those things.
It means not giving up. Not breaking down and admitting you’re out of resources. You’ll be surprised at how far you can go with that thought process.
Survival becomes an attitude or state of mind. When situations arise that seem impossible to overcome, you’ll know what has to be done. This will make it possible to focus on exactly what needs to be done instead of if you’ve got this resource or not.
From surviving eating only roots and leaves for water to making sure you’re surrounded by enough materials and tools to survive, there are many ways to stay motivated to preserve your health.
Having a goal beyond “I still have a chance” can help you stick to strategies and get the same result.
The Importance of Self Care
In our overworked, stressed-out society, self-care has become an elusive goal for most people. There’s always something you need to do next, something more urgent that needs your attention, or someone else who needs help or relief.
In fact, research shows that when we don’t take time to take care of ourselves, it can have negative impacts on how well we perform at work, and even hurt relationships.
When we neglect our personal health and wellness, it takes away from what we have to give as professionals and as individuals.
It also contributes to the overall stress levels which only adds to the problem. Add to that the fact that too much stress may be harmful, and you’ve got a deadly combination.
So why are they so important? Because they’re a key part of surviving and thriving in a workplace full of challenges and changes.
First aid
First aid is an essential skill that everyone should learn and be familiar with. Knowing the basics of first aid can help you respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation, and can potentially save a life.
Shelter
Finding a safe and secure place to call home is an essential part of feeling secure and comfortable. Whether you’re looking for a place to live or just a place to take refuge, a shelter can provide the safety, security, and comfort you need. From basic structures to more permanent structures, shelters can help provide individuals and families with a sense of security and peace of mind.