I just watched a show on CNBC all about preparing for the end of the earth in 2012. The show featured many people who were building shelters, stocking up on long term food storage and taking other preparedness steps. While I might not agree with the concept of the end of the earth, what I find most amazing is that people often need these “events” or the possibility of these types of “major crisis” to take action.
So, is that right action to start trying to scare people into preparedness? What is the catalyst or tipping point that is missing for people just to say “Hey..things happen…let me think about how I should deal with them.” I don’t ever want to be the guy screaming “the sky is falling,” but for some reason, the people who do get all the attention.
Would love to hear feedback on all sides of the issue. Is it taking it too far? Are we doing enough to get people to prepare? Is preparation a waste of time and money? Please leave your thoughts.