 I'm trying to weigh different scenarios and what to say/not to say to them.  I'm trying to weigh different scenarios and what to say/not to say to them.  First off, good for you for planning ahead. Your prepping shows your love and concern for you and your family.  As to what to say, given what you said about your neighbors....don't tell anyone about your preps. You may want to gently bring up in casual conversation that "hey, it might be good to take some precautions in case something bad happens" or you could even fib a little and say "You know, we probably should all do some preps, but oh no of course I haven't done any". I would only do this with people you have gotten to know and who have earned your trust somewhat. Plant the seed of self-reliance and being prepared; maybe it will influence them.  You may discover some like-minded neighbors who were too afraid to speak up because they didn't want to be thought of as "crazy survivalists". Even if you discover fellow preppers in your midst, I still wouldn't reveal everything you have since you live in a crowded condo.  The prepper term for what is necessary is OPSEC - short for "operational security," which sounds terribly official and formal, but basically means keeping your prepping activities secret.  Carrying this out may be easier said than done, especially if you have kids, who tend to blab to their friends. And if your husband doesn't take you seriously, he may do likewise, thinking of it as a bit of a joke - "Yeah, the "little woman" has this weird bee in her bonnets about becoming a survivalist or something."  The best practice is, as I say, secrecy. Don't worry about proselytizing, especially if it might compromise your family's and your own security. Keep in mind that if things get really bad, people won't be knocking on your door to beg for food, they'll be kicking your door down to take your food and whatever else you might have handy.  Short of major collapse scenarios, a month's worth of food and water should see you through just about anything you are likely to face - assuming that it doesn't get taken from you. There have been numerous reports of such incidents happening in New York and, in fact, they are continuing to happen is pockets as the situation worsens.  I'm sure other participants here will have other comments and suggestions. One thing I'm not clear on: Have you already let others know about your prep activities?  And by the way, welcome aboard! You aren't the only Canadian on this board, so don't feel too lonely!  I'm trying to weigh different scenarios and what to say/not to say to them.  First off, good for you for planning ahead. Your prepping shows your love and concern for you and your family.  As to what to say, given what you said about your neighbors....don't tell anyone about your preps. You may want to gently bring up in casual conversation that "hey, it might be good to take some precautions in case something bad happens" or you could even fib a little and say "You know, we probably should all do some preps, but oh no of course I haven't done any". I would only do this with people you have gotten to know and who have earned your trust somewhat. Plant the seed of self-reliance and being prepared; maybe it will influence them.  You may discover some like-minded neighbors who were too afraid to speak up because they didn't want to be thought of as "crazy survivalists". Even if you discover fellow preppers in your midst, I still wouldn't reveal everything you have since you live in a crowded condo.  Th