I am so glad that more preppers are now talking common sense, not doom and gloom. Thank you for being level headed

This woman is just simply the best of the traditional American approach towards living a good life. Live within your means, prepare for the worst, don't derive your sense of self or happiness from things. Salute to you living free 🫡 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

I LOVE how you're not afraid to say practicle common sense thoughts without fear of repercussions. I admire that and your integrity. That is why I choose to watch YOU and not the fear mongers out there. Keep up the good work. 👍🙂

Invest in building a just and equitable society. Good neighbors are a treasure beyond any other. Working together and pooling resources will get us through. As someone once said: Love your neighbor as yourself.

We all made mistakes. Probably the best asset to have is the ability to see you were wrong & cut the losses learning a life lesson. Great video Princess appreciate your honest look at life today.

I've been drawing from my IRA for 15 years and thru all the fluctuation in the market I still have as much in the account as when I retired. The power of compound interest!

I had to quit watching preppers co’s the anxiety was too much. Thank you for being logical.

I am seriously stockpiling food, garden seeds, medication. These are the things that keep rising in price. My income is fixed and won't keep up with inflation. I also live in the north where I could get snowed in for several days. At this point, after a lot of planning, that doesn't worry me. The rest of it ....I stay informed but don't spend an inordinate amount of time worrying about those things since I can't protect myself beyond my home.

For my mental health I stopped following channels that did the "you're going to have to live in the woods and eating acorn and pine needles!". How depressing. Thanks for practical advice.

I think your scavenger skills are one of the best things you possess. I miss seeing those train track videos where you find food, clothes, etc. I’m a scavenger also. I have more than enough money to buy the necessities and most things I want. There just is something so satisfying finding those things free or very cheap but better yet realizing how little you truly need. My recent move back to the coast opened my eyes to how much prepper stuff I’ve accumulated. I cringed when I had to toss some food but I had no choice. I could live off the beach if I need to and live like a queen.

Thank you for this!!! I’ve been listening to “those” channels and went a little crazy for a while. Yes, I bought the silver, the mountains of food, the water filter, and lost my sanity. I’m in recovery now, is great to hear someone level headed like you. Much love Princess ❤

My favorite quote from you is “live by your wit, not your worries.” Brilliant.

Great advice. I listened to 3 preppers last year who had me so terrified about starving that I spent $4,000 at the supermarket stockpiling food and I don’t have that kind of money so I used a credit card and it’s my own darn fault. I finally snapped out of it because ONE of those preppers admitted she got called out on her fear tactics, apologized for being irresponsible and drastically cut down on her postings. So, yeah, you do have to keep your ears and eyes open. And like you said…this is their business and should be treated accordingly. Good posting….thank you.

You message should be becoming obvious to most preppers. Most channels absolutely exist to create fear and a ready customer base. Thank you for trying to spread the truth.

The fear factor is out of control on some channels. If your afraid, rational thought goes out the window. I’ve been sucked in. It’s not just YT but the news media also. I’ve made some dumb mistakes but this year I’m on the path to correct what I can. Can’t control everything but I can start to control my own reactions to it.

I listen to a lot of channels, but never fanatics. If I ran into them, I just don’t subscribe. I’ve weeded out a bunch because they don’t fit my needs. I’ve learned a lot. This is one of my favorites which is why I’m still here! Thank you for the work you do for the community!

Basically, if prepping is causing us anxiety and making someone else rich, then it is fear based reaction. Your practical sense video makes much more sense. Thank you for bringing down our fear level so we can think clearly.

I’ve watched the videos from 70’s conspiracy theorist John Todd (aka Lance Collins). I was sick last weekend with the flu so I watched all of his Jimmy Carter-era videos. Todd said for us to stock up on food 50 years ago b/c of shortages. He was giving prepping advice back then!! The government was preaching gas shortages and they had grocery inflation back then. I’m so glad you put out this video so we won’t all be tempted to unnecessarily create a yucky food bunker. Thanks, Prepper Princess!

I notice the peaceful beauty in your home....the lack of clutter, the sacred geometry pattern on the window, the healthy plant. Your necklace and plaid shirt colors bring out your eyes. You look absolutely beautiful without a face full of botox and fillers. Your skin is perfect, somehow without an idea of wrinkles and your makeup enhances while being next to invisible. I am going to search your channel for your skincare and makeup videos. You could easily be a cosmetic company's model. I use the information I receive from this channel to recognize a want vs. need mentality, and to be more creative particularly on meal prep and expenses.

I admire you as a prepper woman. I am a prepper from San Antonio Texas. This is part of my creed when it comes to prepping: 1. If you need the cash, you don’t buy guns, gold or silver. You pay for your roof and utilities. Pay off your car. Buy food. 2. The purpose of Investing in precious metals is A). To preserve the value of the crashing dollar and B). To hold and let appreciate in value over time. An ounce of gold today is almost $2000. If you had bought that ounce in the 1980s you would have made a ton of money today. 3. Guns are NOT an investment. They’re tools. Just like I have a hammer and a screwdriver, I have different tools for different reasons. Buy what you need and can afford. You’re correct, If you’re not going to train with your tools, you’re wasting money and time. 3. Freeze dried food is just one way to tackle the food issue. It is not the only way. I don’t think you should have vast amounts of anything. I have what I feel is adequate for myself and my family. The rest is hoarding and I don’t believe in hoarding anything. Keep on prepping, WW3 thanks to Biden and the European Union has now begun. True story: I was given a lot of crap for “hoarding” until snowstorm URI turned the lights off in Texas for days. Because of my “hoarding” my family ate good warm food and was able to survive in a nice heated house while the rest of Texas froze and some even lost their homes and apartments. We still don’t have a count as to how many people died. I was also able to provide for security for my home as the police in San Antonio vanished for the duration. Prepping works but you can’t put all your eggs in one basket!

Thanks so much for the video. I watched Appalachian homestead for a long time but the doom and gloom got so scary. Thanks for being calm

Prepper Princess, I have to say that I've watched some of your earlier videos, and thought that you were a " The Sky Is Falling " type of person. However, in my observations you have EVOLVED into a " Very Well Prepared & Balanced " person as illustrated by the content of this video. Responsible, yet prepared individuals will ALWAYS survive what life throws their way. There aren't ANY GUARANTEES in life, except it will be challenging, and the question is/will you be prepared and up to those challenges. You go Gurl !!! Always, Syn Silver.

I couldn't agree more! The fearmongering needs to end. I get so tired of all the KZfaqrs that sensationalize events to make it seem like we're all doomed. It's so tiresome. And the saddest part is that people buy into it and invest their hard-earned dollars into whatever solution is being offered up as the answer. It's shameful.

Hi Prepper Princess. I fully agree with you in that the single most important thing is having a paid for house. With that you most likely can live on your social security payment. You have a place to live and work out problems from. John USA

Im not a prepper but have watched some channels on it. You are the most level headed prepper ive ever heard. So glad you looked things more logically and realistically:) Awesome video!!

100% on point! I stopped watching several KZfaqrs because of this! It like they've become obsessed that the world is going to collapse and everyone is going to be fighting for survival! Craziness!

Thank you for addressing this!🤗 …instinct and common sense over fear tactics. I enjoy your informative videos and I always look forward to the doggy zen at the end🐾🐾❤️❤️🐾🐾 my heartstrings get pulled every.single.time.

I too have had an epiphany. My fear is gone, I have what I need, I only watch your channel now, all other prepper channels are dead to me. So much happier! Love your house and the pooches!

I don’t comment very often, but I have to tell you….you are the most sensible preppier on KZfaq! Thank you !

I spend $15-20 a week on cabinet groceries. $5 on 5 gallons of water. $15.00 on noodles or cheap snacks. It's possible. I stay away from foods that can't last. Apples, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes, 🍉 can be grown on side if your house.

Thanks Prepper Princess. I really needed to hear this today. I have been freaking out about everything from watching so many Prepper videos. There is so much talk about doom and gloom! I also don’t want to be a Pollyanna who thinks that nothing is wrong and everyday is wonderful. You have your feet solidly planted on the ground and speak common sense about money and life. You’re doing it the smart way, prepare but don’t be scared! There is so much of life to live and enjoy. Family, friends and experiences are the most important things in life!

I agree. I have two brothers who get weird on me at times, with their paranoia. One is extreme gun nut and has been prepping for the end for many years now. I do watch those prep channels sometimes as a comedy show. I am not worried because I use my common sense, have multiple skills that I do today barter with, and basic things stocked. I also down sized my arsenal to 1shotgun,1rifle, 1 pistol, 1 bow. that is plenty for me. BTW this is my first time watching you, THX.

THE MOST HONEST KZfaq VIDEO 2023!!!! Thank YOU!!!! For the last 3 years I have been going crazy with alll of this!!!!!! You are sosososo RIGHT!

Home canning food is one of the best measures of prepping in my opinion..You can home can meats.. veggies.. friuts.. yes even dairy if you know what you are doing..Of course the Diary industry would say otherwise.. and the USDA won't advertise/publish the needed steps... but doesn't the dairy industry already produce, distribute, and sell prepackaged dairy that is shelf stable for as much as two years in both liquid and powder form?

Thank you for the balanced, sane video. I have food put away, and enough clothes for quite awhile. But I, too, have tired of the talking heads saying the end of the world is tomorrow. However, during WWII many people fleeing the war torn areas used gold and diamonds to pay or bribe their way to safety. So maybe a little of that would be wise, but there's no need to be "stacking" and "stacking".

My son figures that neither of us has the strength to fire a weapon. However, I stockpile canned goods...yep...I can haul up in my pantry and bombard zombies with my cans of green beans, and carrots - I'll save the creamed corn until the last minute. Well, we moved to a safer housing complex with professional students/ professors and resident doctors. Someone may come to get bandaids or share Christmas cookies. These are people who can rationally work together in the event of "craziness". Most of my neighbors have student loans to pay off- no gold.

Who's here just to admire that dining room transformation? So bright and pkeasant!

I also quit watching those prepping channels because of the doom and gloom. I am glad I stocked some food, bought a small freezer, a generator, and have a bit of cash in the house but things aren't as bad as they make it out to be. Life is calmer without listening to that stuff every day.

Great points about actual vale of preps! I like the way the Amish manage without too much reliance on the outside world. Any group of people that can be so self reliant has ideas worth learning about.

I think it's important not to buy more food than you can consume before it goes bad. And don't buy food that you don't like to eat.

You're saying what I really have been unwilling to admit. We are not risk averse, and have waste in some of our food preps, simply due to poor stewardship. But at least we've tried , and still will not quit trying to prep in a more thoughtful manner. You gave a good sermon on this, Thank you and take care

You are the smartest, common sense person on prepping. Thank you for your work.

Congratulations on thinking for yourself, doing your own critical research, & not letting those who use fear & anger to add you to those they enjoy controlling.Bravo.

I was so worried in the beginning that you might be like those crazy fearful people. Thankfully you have been logical and sensible. Thank you!! Thats the reason i have been a long term subscriber. :)

I agree with you wholeheartedly. I have been interested in survival and prepping for a long time, but mostly on the periphery of my mind. I think for me, the problem is that we don't have basic survival skills in the modern age, which goes to you point of learning to forage and fish, also taking care of your body in good times, so you can survive in bad times. I bought my first g at the beginning of the pandemic, because it occurred to me that there could be supply chain issues and I didn't even have basic self defense. But I never bought more than maybe a month ahead. I feel that if there is ever a situation where I need more than that...and I have lived through power outages with hurricanes....probably we are in a situation where we are looking at a new way of living. I have had dreams about this before and my conclusion even in my dreams is that the most valuable asset in the case of something extreme is community, and we have to think of ways to be valuable to the community. And there is also the distinct possibly that you have to physically leave you location. Good luck hauling all those rations, blocks of gold, weapons etc. I just don't see any scenario where I am holed up in my home going to war with my neighbors.

I am so glad you made this video! I have enjoyed your videos for a couple of years and you are so balanced and straightforward. I like that. I also like the fact that you were open enough to rethink some of your past decisions and share with us some changes of past opinions. I have watched some of those prepper videos as well and some of those guys are a little bit nutty. Thank you!

Came across this video by chance. Glad I did! It has been a long while since I heard a Prepper KZfaqr talk such great, balanced common sense. New subscriber, lady!!!

This is probably one of the most informative videos you've put out. I'm so glad I never went down any of those overly hyped recommended prepper paths.

I'm not planning on the world to end. I'm planning on surviving as long as I can if it does. We have no solid way of proving it's ending tomorrow, but a few who say it will. I'm living the best life I can while I'm here. I appreciate your cool, calm, and collected way of talking about this. We garden, live in less and less, and keep our cupboards as full as possible. During the summer we pick what they call wine berries (wild raspberries) around here. My husband goes fishing when he can. Life was never meant to be worry, worry, worry die.

Jessica at Three Rivers Homestead says something like, “Prepare in wisdom, not in fear”, which I think is biblical. Very much what you’re saying. Makes sense to me.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who made these same mistakes. Thank you, PP 💕

Great points you brought up. I too have made some expensive mistakes with prepping. recently realized that I allowed fear to drive my purchases and now changing my behavior.

Great advice! My grandparents and parents survived the depression with very little formal education, but they had life skills - They new how to do stuff. Technology is great until one day you don't have it, and way too many people don't know how to do very much. Critical thinking is a life skill. Developing common sense. People don't think things through, they don't value what they have, and most ain't gonna make it. You have to live within your means, eat leftovers, learn to garden, preserve and cook. I'd much rather have friends with trade and gardening skills - at least we'll be able to trade for goods and services.

OUTSTANDING VIDEO! You're telling it like it is! There's a small group of KZfaqrs I consider to be "real" preppers (Prepper Princess is in that group). But a surprisingly large number of KZfaqrs are "PrINO"s (Preppers In Name Only). Their main purpose is scaring the crap out of people in order to increase sales of their cheap prepper products.

When I started prepping it was fear fed. When I got things lighned out and a good supply of useful food stuffs I was able to calm down. A bought with breast cancer showed me the usefulness of those stocks. Now I have refined my prepping to frugal practices and sustainable gardening. We are on a good size property. In our 60's and mobility challenged. Your videos were a major tuning up of my lifestyle. Reduced waste, reusable replacements for paper towls, and tp. Decluttering useless stuff. Thank you, and I hope you continue your videos. P. S. I used the gun thing to get my husband on board. We do what we must. Lol

Thank you for everything you do. I’ve learnt so much from you. I used to be a shopaholic. Loved spending all day at a shopping centre. Now, that’s all stopped. I want less. Less stuff and hassle. I’m using up what I have. After having a long term job and no money issues, I lost my job because of covid. Now I’m struggling but getting through with some juggling the money I have. Never thought I’d lose my job. Wish I had managed my money better 25 years ago.

The last 3 years has shown me so much. Being debt free and finding balance with all things are important without a doubt. The suicide rate since 2020 also taught me that spending time with others is important and it cost money to do that. So I try to balance both out in my life. I take actions to pay debt but try to visit my son once a year and have a meal with family or friends once in a while. I have a year of supplies needed for my home and pantry along with a growing emergency fund. I also shop sales, keep utilities as low as possible and eat on coupons, share meals or buy special offer meals when going out. I like the $20 meals that two or three can eat, and yes they exist or I wouldn't go out.

You're such a voice of reason prepper princess. I do appreciate you

The last thing you said about listening to other KZfaqrs as the truth, without investigating the validity is the smartest thing I’ve heard in a long time and so appreciate you giving me the words to remind others, so they don’t go down a horrible rabbit hole and potentially ruin their lives! Thank you! ❤❤❤

Ahhhhh a breath of fresh air......nothing but straight forward common sense. 😁😁😁😁

You look really pretty today. I can see your weight loss. When you are painting or remodeling you look naturally drained and I applaud your determination. Thank you for your ethical stand.

Like you, I bought a big box of freeze dried food and smugly stored it in the basement. A few years later, a minor flood caused me to go through the food (none of it was lost), and I realized that some of it was good for 30 years, but some of it was only good for ten years and would soon expire. Now I’m trying to use it while it’s still good. Also like you, I am buying and rotating canned food, which I like better anyway.

Appreciate your common sense approach. Your “mistakes” were an education and you got some of your money back plus the lessons pointed you to a new direction that has really worked out for you❤. I think of prepping as how to be ready when personal times are lean or when there are local natural disasters. I appreciate your mantra to make do with what you’ve got. I’ve watched you for several years and get inspired by the methods you teach for facing reality and demonstrating self-sufficiency. Thank you for sharing and motivating.

Thank you so much for this video. It was very helpful and freeing. I've been feeling similar to this for a few weeks now and this is confirmation for me. Much appreciated.

I'm coming around the corner just like you did. I'm sick of worrying about if I have enough food if I have enough safety if I have this app I have that I have what I have and that's that and when it gets past that point I'll deal with it like I've been doing. I've struggled before and I can struggle again. I've been blessed with a good mind and I got rid of all the negative energy I had my real life why should I take on the negativity from KZfaq. Thank you for having a sound mind.

Finally! I found a prepper who agrees with me about gold and silver during a collapse. I don’t want gold. I want food and shelter.

Hi Prepper Princess, one of your U.K. subscribers here. If you have the time, I wondered if you might be happy to do a video about feeding pets well at this time of high inflation? I’ve never seen canned and dried cat and dog food on sale in U.K. supermarkets and the price, even in Aldi, is rising rapidly. It occurred to me that it might be the same in other countries. I love your channel and your ‘no nonsense’ approach and the clips of you with your dogs always make me smile 😊. Best wishes.

Thanks for bringing sense back to common sense. Discernment is a learned skill.

The best way we have done it is stayed as a family unit in a multi family home, the entire building is family. We save and work on our own vehicles, and home, we can lock down if needed. Keep up the positive work it's better to hear then the doom and gloom.

Prepper Princess on point! You're on of a very few who doesn't instill fear but provides good info. Gotta love the pups!

I think you are just awesome and I wish I lived closer to you you’re hilarious! I completely admire you and your honesty, logic and humor! Your humour is awesome! Love you girl!🇨🇦❤️

Thank you for the logic and calm. I really appreciate your balanced perspective.

So glad you see the mistakes for what they are. Thanks for telling us.

Best prepping: learn plumbing, electrical work, foraging, building a shelter, meditating to control panic mode...become the kind of person who keeps their calm in times of panic. You will survive and thrive. Much love

Thank you for sharing your thought process on choosing common sense over fear. I agree, no one is coming to get me also.

I learned from my aunt not to buy a huge amount of food to store. She bought a whole bunch of canned goods didn't rotate them just let them sit for food storage and they expired and it all went in the trash. Fear will make us do things we wouldn't ordinarily do.

I needed to hear this today! Thank you for being the voice of reason. I'm off to get rid of more stuff that I don't need now.

Preppers Princess, you have been thinking along the same lines as I have -and that got me back to researching deeply and writing blog posts that take me a week to write. I love it. I don't listen to but a few 'Preppers" who jump to conclusions" from bad resources. Too bad they can't stick to their skills.they really have.

You are awesome very down-to-earth . I was listening to one that was getting me all paranoid I even bought sandbags Crazy I have to stand back and realize that God is in control of all things. And to listen to your gut we are listening to these people. You are breath of fresh air thank you.

Probably your best ever video. Everything you said made perfect sense and it's very similar to the opinion that I currently hold. Very, very good advice. Thank you. Greetings from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

You are a very good voice of reason .. thank you for providing us with your take on what to have on stock… we do live in a cray cray world … but you have shown how careful and wise you are !! Aloha

I grew up with a similar logical preparedness mindset, and I have to say it's refreshing to hear this from you. Few content creators stick with sound logic, since emotional appeal/ fear mongering/ dramatics etc sell more.

When you act from scarcity, afraid of scarcity, you don't prosper like you will when you are generous and unafraid to act from abundance.

Took your advice and got a Roku stick. Asked Santa! And had to buy a small smart tv. Have been enjoying it. I could never watch every free thing in a lifetime. This video surprised me. Thanks for sharing your experiences. Can something useful in every video.

I love how honest and down to earth your channel is. You’ve taught me to appreciate what I have and not stress over the things I don’t (like the Pinterest worthy homes) so thank you so much for that. My wallet also thanks you… and my husband 😂

Hey such sensible advise. Thank you for what you do. People need this kind of advice.

I resisted buying freeze dried foods because why would I need it to last 25 -30 years if I'm rotating, growing and preserving? I'm keeping my shelves stocked with grocery foods until I get a handle on gardening, foraging, and hunting.

I agree! Thanks for sharing!! We should all just use our common sense. Love seeing the pups!❤

PP, your dining room looks amazing! I'm so happy for you! I quit watching a lot of the Doomsday people because it was making me so anxious. Every single week was/is the week that is the END. It was making me crazy. Can't wait to see more of your house!

Thanks for the video. It's always fun to see the digs!

I love you so much. heh. So many hugs. Thank you for always having the tough conversations with people.

Thank you for your honesty on these lessons you learned!

Thank you for the logic and sound reasoning as opposed to "the sky is falling" mentality! Really enjoy your vids and your beautiful puppies!

As always, a balanced, no nonsense, trustworthy approach. I need to keep hearing your wisdom to stay in line!! 😉

This was an excellent video. It really put my mind at ease as a single woman myself. And the pups are my favorite.

The pups look very happy and comfy in their new home!

I believe the value of gold and diamonds follow the price of gas. up and down. up and down. I agree 100% in what you are saying. Finally a prepper that has common since. Dogs are like children. you have to separate them to get some peace and quiet. Love watching your two. Have a great day

I'm so in agreement with you sis my wife and I of 46yrs lol are reasonable preparations we live in a 40 motorcoach ( older ) we work as gate guards so we work winters in south Texas 6 mon on and then off we prep to protect ourselves not world collapse like preps Chan clam ,to much fear mongering...love your no nonsense content...wish you all the best love your new home and your skills...❤

Thanks for sharing! It's nice to hear some common sense discussions on prepping. 🤔 Also thanks for sharing your fur babies, they look very happy🌞

You look happy you have a healthy glow