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23 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (33) – Make an emergency kit for your car
Most people think about their home when it comes to self-reliance. Yet
22 July 2026
What is EDC (‘Every Day Carry’)?
Whether you’re a man or a woman, certain things are simply particularly
16 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (32) – Learn to shut off the mains for water, gas and electricity
If a water pipe bursts, a gas leak occurs or a short
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12 October 2025
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (2) – Purifying water without expensive equipment
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Save energy, increase your autonomy and stay warm – even
08 October 2025
Get ready for the winter months
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07 October 2025
With these 7 items you’ll survive a week without a supermarket
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05 October 2025
Self-Sufficient in 52 Weeks (1) – 3-Day Emergency Supply
Everyone thinks that a disaster or crisis will blow over,
04 October 2025
Terrorism threat in Europe: what you need to know and what you can do
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