We’ve seen much over the past weeks that lend consideration to “expecting the unexpected”. Situations beyond our control stretch us beyond our comfort zones. We are faced with unfamiliar circumstances and see the best in people/humanity or are stunned by dismal reactions.
How might we be ready to be ready? Let’s start small. IF we are driving and experience a flat tire, what do we do? Do you have the experience and tools to put on a spare? Do you have a roadside assistance plan you can call to come help?
Options exist in all situations. Some come naturally, i.e. call AAA and others not so much! When faced with an unfamiliar situation, do you know your “go-to” reaction (act or freeze)?
I attended a meeting this week where the ice breaker question was “what do you take with you, if you needed to evacuate from your home for an unknown period of time?” The answers were great, as each person thought through what their needs and wants for their families. Those who had experienced this due to fire, flooding, and structural damage, were quick to point out what they wished they had taken with them. Those who had not experienced this were more thoughtful as they considered what was important for day to day living.
Learning from experience is valuable. Yet, it is difficult to imagine any potential circumstance. It is helpful to practice by asking, “if I were not able to access or able to do what I access in any given day, what would be the impact?” Certain things we can buy or source elsewhere, thus the priority of them is lessened. Other items are difficult to replicate (photos, keepsakes, files/documents). Creating easy access for what is difficult to replicate implies you know where things are! It also implies these important things can be easily and quickly gathered to go with you.
Ask yourself the question, if I needed to leave in an hour for an undetermined amount of time, could I? This question is “practice” without the emotion of actually experiencing the situation. Bring to light the areas in your life that would benefit from a “tweak” – i.e. assembling information and items of importance in a “go-to” place. This is a dry run for your home and your business. As Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.
For anyone seeking protective strategies for your home or business, contact us. We proactively help you assess your situation in business and home and explore ways for you to protect what is important to you by asking questions. What is your risk? Your plan? Are you ready to be ready? Proactive preparation is our forte.
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