157: Building Your Circle of Trust with the Roaming Prepper

In this episode with Pete, host of The Roaming Prepper YouTube channel, we discuss what to look for when considering bringing someone into your circle of trust. Adding people to your inner circle can have great upsides and significant downsides for your personal life, job, etc. Therefore, any search for or potential addition to your circle should be brought in slowly and with a mind for the success of you, your family, or your group.

Considerations When Adding Someone to Your Inner Circle

Pete advises that there are several considerations we should examine when thinking about bringing someone into our inner circle. You will want to weigh each of these considerations individually and collectively when determining how far (if at all) you want to let someone into your circles.

1. Are They Compassionate?

One of the most important things you can do is make sure the people you bring into your inner circle are compassionate. Compassion means having an understanding and empathy for the struggles of others. It also means that we treat each other with kindness and respect.

When considering a potential addition to your preparedness network, ask yourself if this person has compassion for their fellow man. Are they quick to lend a helping hand when needed? Do they show consideration for other people's feelings? How do they interact with those who are different from them or have different backgrounds?

Your preparedness organization shouldn't be just about getting through a crisis, but rather it should also be about taking care of each other while getting through it. Finding someone compassionate is essential in ensuring everyone's needs are taken care of during difficult times. People with compassion don't just think of themselves - they think of others, too, and put their well-being first as well.

Compassionate people can helpfully point out different perspectives on any situation, which is especially important when preparing for anything unknown. They provide unique insights that could benefit you and the group during a crisis. They understand patience, self-sacrifice, and resilience - all qualities that will be extremely valuable in times of distress.

Ultimately, having compassion increases our ability to function together and our chances for survival in a crisis. So remember to look within yourself and within others before letting them into your inner circle - is there true compassion present? If so, maybe you've found a great addition to your prepper team.

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2. Are They Insightful

Another key trait that you should be looking for is insightfulness. People with insight can think beyond the surface and make insightful observations about any situation.

An insightful person can look at a problem from many angles and develop creative solutions that may not have been previously considered. They are less likely to jump to conclusions, preferring indirect reasoning and careful analysis over rash decisions or snap judgments. They also have strong listening skills. And, they don't just hear what people are saying but can pick up on subtle nuances in conversations and understand how everyone involved feels.

Insightful people can be excellent problem-solvers, which is an invaluable asset in a time of crisis. When faced with uncertain situations or volatile environments, they can assess the risks and make intelligent decisions quickly and calmly. Having someone with this mental aptitude around in times of distress could potentially mean the difference between life and death for your prepper group.

In general, it's essential to look within yourself and within others before letting them into your inner circle - do they possess insight? If so, you've likely brought in an individual who will help protect you from danger and contribute valuabl...