Surviving Winter Without Technology: Ancient Methods for Modern Crises
In a world where technology fails, winter becomes a formidable adversary. Modern conveniences like central heating, electric blankets, and weather forecasting apps have made us forget the ancient wisdom that kept our ancestors alive through the coldest months. As we explore in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” when technology disappears, survival depends […]
Emergency First Aid in a Tech-Free World: A Survival Guide
In a world where technology has ceased to function, as depicted in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” the ability to provide basic medical care becomes a critical survival skill. Modern medicine has made us complacent – we’re used to having doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies just a phone call away. But what happens […]
Building Emergency Shelter in a Tech-Free World: A Survival Guide
In a world where technology has ceased to function, as depicted in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” the ability to create shelter becomes a critical survival skill. This guide will teach you how to construct emergency shelters using materials found in nature, protecting you from the elements and potential dangers. Our goal […]
A Practical Guide to Finding and Preparing Food in a Crisis
In a post-apocalyptic world where modern technology and conveniences are no longer available, like the one depicted in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” securing a reliable food source becomes a top priority for survival, second only to finding safe drinking water. This guide will provide you with practical techniques and knowledge on […]
A Practical Guide to Securing Safe Drinking Water in a Crisis
In a world where technology has ceased (like my novel, The Other Side of the Sun) to function and basic amenities like running water are no longer available, knowing how to secure and treat water becomes a crucial survival skill. This guide will provide you with detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to find, store, filter, […]
National Eagle Scout Association Speech
Last week, I had the privilege of speaking at the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) meeting in Pittsburgh. As an Eagle Scout and the author of the Amazon best-selling novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” I shared how the lessons I learned through Scouting have not only shaped my personal and professional life but […]
Hope for the Best — Prepare for the Worst: Creating a Crisis Kit
In a world where unexpected crises can strike at any moment, being prepared is not just a choice — it’s a necessity. Whether you’re facing a natural disaster, an economic collapse, or a technological catastrophe like the one described in my novel, “The Other Side of the Sun,” having a well-stocked crisis kit can make all […]
The Dark Side of the Sun: Geomagnetic Storms and the Threat of Technology Disruption
As our reliance on technology grows and grows, we often overlook the fragility of the systems that power our modern world. I can’t help but think about how recently just some cold weather knocked out a bunch of electric cars, and that was just cold temps. One of the greatest threats lurking in the vastness […]
Essential Skills for a Technology-Free World: Embracing the Lost Arts of Survival
In our modern world, we’ve become sooooooo reliant on technology for almost every aspect of our lives. From smartphones and computers to electricity and running water, it’s hard to imagine life without these conveniences. Life is indeed great and wonderful with all these things. However, what if one day, all technology suddenly ceased to function? […]
12 Essential First Steps to Prepare Your Family for a Crisis
Disasters and emergencies can strike suddenly and without warning—from weather events to accidents to infrastructure failure. While we can’t predict specific scenarios or control exactly when crises may come (and they will come eventually), we can control our level of preparedness for handling them calmly and effectively when they do arrive. Preparing your household to […]