Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (24) – Learn to repair your things instead of replacing everything
We have become accustomed to throwaway culture. When something no longer works, we replace it. That
This goes in your everyday backpack
Why your everyday backpack is more than a book bag Most people put their laptop, wallet
Belgium wants everyone to have an emergency kit: this is what’s in it
The Belgian federal government launched the ‘Prepared together‘ campaign on 21 April 2026, an initiative by
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (20) – Build a network
Being self-sufficient sounds like you need to be able to do everything alone, but that’s a
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks — Week 19: The layering principle — your first protection against cold and rain
Those who want to be prepared often think of food, water and materials. Clothing is underestimated.
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (18) – Free water from the air
Every time it rains, something absurd happens: litres of free water fall on your roof… and
Unrest in your holiday destination? This is what you need to do
On 22 February 2026, Mexico suddenly erupted. The Mexican army killed cartel leader Nemesio “El Mencho”
What smart families already have at home (and you might not)
Why preparation has nothing to do with panic Smart families aren’t doomsday thinkers. They don’t wait
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (16) – Practise a day or week without a smartphone
Your smartphone is handy… Sometimes even too handy, making it impossible to do without. This week
7 affordable products that prepare you for a weekend without shops
Due to a strike, power cut, bank holiday or because you simply don’t fancy going shopping:
