Mental Fortitude: Staying Calm & Thinking Straight When Disaster Strikes

When disaster hits, panic spreads fast, but calm is contagious. In this episode, Mark and Krista talk about one of the most powerful, and overlooked, preparedness skills: your mindset.You’ll learn how to manage stress when life gets chaotic, what to watch for when anxiety sneaks up on you, and how to recognize when others might be struggling, too. They share simple, practical tools, like breathing techniques, building routines, and limiting information overload, that help you think clearly when it matters most.Because when the power’s out, the storm’s raging, or everything seems uncertain, your most important prep isn’t in your backpack, it’s in your head.Resources mentioned:  Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988  Crisis Text Line: Text “TALK” to 741741Expanded Show NotesDownload The Episode HereIf you find value in the podcast, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsitePodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast