Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
If you’re new to prepping — or even if you’ve been at it for years — this video will save you time, money, and frustration.
In this video, I’m sharing the biggest prepping lessons I learned the hard way, the mistakes I made when I first started, and the things I wish someone had told me earlier. Whether you’re building your first food storage setup, buying gear, or just getting serious about self-reliance, these insights will help you prep smarter, not harder.
In this video, you’ll learn:
The mindset that separates successful preppers from amateurs
Real-world lessons that’ll make you more confident and capable
Don’t wait until it’s too late — start your preparedness journey with the right foundation. Every prep counts when the unexpected happens.
Discussion about the areas of, and goals of prepping for the average person.
Covering Food Storage, Bugging Out, Medical Preparedness, Tactical Gear and more.
I talk about the importance of getting your prepping strategy squared away and your priorities set!
GIVEAWAY!
YES, I will be giving away an All Powers 1800W power station for the first person to figure out the coded message in the video, and a Prepper goody box for 2nd and 3rd place.
Prepping is a way of life and needs to be taken seriously.
I lean towards the tactical side of things, but... Medical is actually MORE important.
Survival is essential, but thriving is my goal.
September is preparedness month!
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If you’re new to prepping — or even if you’ve been at it for years — this video will save you time, money, and frustration.
In this video, I’m sharing the biggest prepping lessons I learned the hard way, the mistakes I made when I first started, and the things I wish someone had told me earlier. Whether you’re building your first food storage setup, buying gear, or just getting serious about self-reliance, these insights will help you prep smarter, not harder.
In this video, you’ll learn:
The mindset that separates successful preppers from amateurs
Real-world lessons that’ll make you more confident and capable
Don’t wait until it’s too late — start your preparedness journey with the right foundation. Every prep counts when the unexpected happens.
Discussion about the areas of, and goals of prepping for the average person.
Covering Food Storage, Bugging Out, Medical Preparedness, Tactical Gear and more.
I talk about the importance of getting your prepping strategy squared away and your priorities set!
GIVEAWAY!
YES, I will be giving away an All Powers 1800W power station for the first person to figure out the coded message in the video, and a Prepper goody box for 2nd and 3rd place.
Prepping is a way of life and needs to be taken seriously.
I lean towards the tactical side of things, but... Medical is actually MORE important.
Survival is essential, but thriving is my goal.
September is preparedness month!
Don't MISS OUT! Subscribe to Asymmetrical Preparedness for videos on:
- Emergency Preparedness & Survival Skills
- Food Storage & Homesteading
- Bug Out Bags, Gear, and Urban Prepping
- Mindset, Fitness & Self-Reliance
prepping for beginners, prepper mistakes, I wish I knew this when I started prepping, survival prepping 2025, emergency preparedness, beginner prepping tips, prepper advice, how to start prepping, SHTF preparedness, survival mindset, prepper lessons learned, prepping gear mistakes, bug out bag tips, self-reliance, off grid living, Asymmetrical Preparedness
Jase Medical:
jasemedical.com/?rstr=16652
Coupon code: ASYMMETRICAL10
Our website is LIVE! Get your EXCLUSIVE Merch HERE!
asymmetricalpreparedness.com
If you want to know how I set up my Tactical Gear, I have my primary Chest Rig, Plate Carrier and Battle Belt setups here:
asymmetricalpreparedness.com/pages/my-tactical-gear
Join TEAM AP on Patreon!
patreon.com/user?u=12669683
THE AP Store!
Stock up on the things I feel are important for true preparedness.
amazon.com/shop/asymmetricalpreparedness
Off Grid/Grid Down? Don't worry, Oupes has you covered!
oupes.com/?ref=gmomwxzc&utm_campaign=MKTRT&utm_medium=gmomwxzc&utm_source=goaffpro
Coupon Code: ASYMMETRICALPRE or asdbqjlfvl
amz-oupes.com/4nzlYsq
Never Be cold again!
Fortress All Weather Gear:
fortressclothing.com/?afmc=c5&utm_campaign=c5&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate
Save on My Patriot Supply orders with Asymmetrical Preparedness!
preparewithap.com
Email: asymmetricalpreparedness@gmail.com
Asymmetrical Preparedness
60 NE Ridge Point BLVD #88
Belfair, WA 98528
