Drawing on a unique background dealing with action and goal-orientation as tools for overcoming the chaos encountered in life, Ed Copp has written a book on how to develop a grounded sense of self-reliance during all kinds of disasters. “Self Defense Against Disasters: Urban Survival Planning for Families and Individuals” is intended to provide people with the knowledge that can help them remain calm and rational during even the most difficult times. Copp has an interesting list of qualifications that make him an excellent resource for disaster planning. He is Homeland Security certified at a level 3, has a resiliency coaching businesses for executives and other professionals, and is a reiki master teacher. He puts all these skills to use in training the reader to prepare so that when disaster does strike they can calmly take control.
The Survival Retreat: A Total Plan For Retreat Defense by Ragnar Benson
A classic on survival during emergencies, “The Survival Retreat: A Total Plan For Retreat Defense” is an excellent guide that should be on the reading list of all who are starting to plan for times of disaster. Ragnar Benson has authored over 30 books spanning three decades, many of which are essential reading for the serious survivalist. This book is a great introduction to the concept of having a defensible retreat, good for the beginner who needs initial guidance and information. This book challenges the perception of the world as a comfortable, easy place with a home safely set in suburbia. It assumes that in minutes this façade can be completely wiped away. This slim volume means business; it is a no-holds barred plan for preparation for the ultimate survival retreat. A major part of this preparation is psychological.
Urban Aid Arrival Survival Kit
The Urban Aid Arrival Survival Kit is a big, genius idea in a small and handy package that can easily be carried with you or stored in a small space anywhere. This emergency urban survival kit is tailored specifically to fit the needs of today’s modern, on-the-go woman. The Urban Aid website advertises with the slogan “Just what a girl might need to be prepared !” And this portable kit packed with essential emergency items is true to that claim.
The Urban Survivalist Handbook by Shane L Painter
With a broad perspective, this book passes on some useful information necessary to prepare for any disaster whether man-made or natural. By not focusing on a specific type of turmoil, the author keeps an expansive approach, covering all types of preparation for short-term or long-term survival. “The Urban Survivalist Handbook” is current with its information and sources, unlike many books on the subject that are outdated.