American Contingency

How reliable is your community support and information sources?

Ep #22 - Thom Rigsby joins us to discuss the support of the AmCon community, how our regional events and training guide members to improve their preparedness and crisis skills, and how our daily situational report brings unbiased, reliable information and news to the membership.

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

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Mastering the Mind: Cultivating Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Ep #21 - It's been a whirlwind of a 2023. Let's dive into the world of resilience in this empowering episode, where we merge the concepts of emotional and psychological resilience to arm you with the tools you need to stand firm in the face of life's adversities. We'll explore seven key strategies to build your emotional resilience, from nurturing a positive outlook to embracing the inevitability of change. We'll then shift gears to psychological resilience, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and a supportive network.

Along the way, we'll challenge you to dig deeper, uncovering the real questions behind your concerns and moving from a state of disempowerment to one of proactive empowerment. Are you taking control of your life or playing the blame game? This episode is not just about surviving; it's about thriving, taking responsibility, and adopting a victor mentality. Join us as we empower you to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and find balance, no matter what life throws your way.

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com. 

 

Preparing yourself through community leadership and training w/ Denny G (National Training Coordinator)

Ep #20 - Strengthening our community bonds, building effective communication strategies, and preparing ourselves for the unexpected by learning and training is the heartbeat of American Contingency. We care about you because we care about our world, our country, our city, our neighborhood, our street, our social circle, our loved ones, ourselves! In this week's episode, we welcome back Denny G, our training coordinator extraordinaire, to discuss what we have created for our members in 2023 and what we have in store for you all in 2024.

If you feel like you are nowhere near ready for the unexpected like you are only sorta prepared for any given Tuesday, or maybe you are all the way into being prepared, and you desire to help others - no matter what stage you are in, we are the community for you!

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Become a member today --> https://bit.ly/JoinAmConHere

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Building strong communities, communication, and conflict resolution

Ep #19 - Cultivating strong neighborhoods and communities, active listening, and conflict resolution are keystone attributes of an effective leader in any community. American Contingency focuses so intently on leadership because we know that while we might go faster alone, we go further together - and during a crisis, man-made and mother nature, knowing there are people who have your back can make all the difference. 

Just hit play and discover key pointers for growing your own leadership skills so when you need to be ready, you are ready, and you never have to say sorry to your loved ones for not being prepared for the unknown...and often very known.

 

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com. 

Turn adversity into opportunity

Ep #18 - What direction do you think the country is going? There are rumblings of discontent from all sides of the aisle and within every demographic, but...are we collectively being blinded by the immediate noise of the media machine and missing a huge opportunity to be grateful for everything we are privy to here in the United States?

Mario Q (Southeast Regional Coordinator) has a unique perspective as someone born in Central America, where he lived for the first 20 years before immigrating to the United States, gaining citizenship, and serving in the Marines. He knows what it is like to watch your country fall beyond civil unrest and into the darkness of civilization breakdown.

He and I discuss our Constitution's beautiful document, the gratitude one can have for a feast with friends and family, and how you can seek optimism by following a higher calling than yourself.

Just hit play and gain new insights into how all adversity is opportunity disguised as hard work, resiliency, and faith.

When you're ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be prepared for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Become a member today --> https://bit.ly/JoinAmConHere

Learn more about AmCon from Mike Glover -- > https://bit.ly/mikegloveramcon

 

7 Powerful Principles to Guide Your Preparedness

Ep #17 - National Preparedness Month is a time to focus on what you can do within our 12 categories to ensure you are as prepared as possible for any given Tuesday. These 7 powerful principles will guide you along your journey. Whether you are a newbie to the world of preparing or an old GOAT who loves to pass along their wisdom, these principles will speak to you and inspire you to go that extra yard today.

The 7 Principles:

Develop a Growth Mindset
Cultivate Courage
Be Decisive
Take Action
Embrace Discipline
Exercise Flexibility
Embody Tenaciousness

The 12 Categories:

1. Communication 
2. Medical
3. Security 
4. Mobility
5. Food & Water
6. Income & Economics 
7. Health
8. Community Leadership
9. Outdoor Skills
10. Situational Awareness
11. Defense
12. Home & Family

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Become a member today --> https://bit.ly/JoinAmConHere

Learn more about AmCon from Mike Glover -- > https://bit.ly/mikegloveramcon

Emergency Communications w/ Cecil Higgins - South Regional Communications Coordinator

Ep #16 - Emergency communication. We talk about that so much within AmCon because we know that most people rely solely on their cell phones as their only way of communicating with anyone not directly in their immediate space. When Mother Nature blasts her chaos into our lives, that same network we love to watch funny videos on and order things so we don't have to leave our houses becomes overloaded, and then what do you do?

If you are ready to learn more about the ease with which you can get into the terrestrial communication devices world, then Cecil Higgins is your man - and, thankfully, on our AmCon team. With experiences around the country and world, like over 100 instances, helping communities set up emergency communication - Cecil has forgotten more acronyms around handheld and ham radio operations than I'll ever know.

Just hit play, and let's prepare you to respond with your own ham radio...spoiler alert...you can get in on this game for less than $50!! Now, come on, man!! That is ridiculously low!!

When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Become a member today --> https://bit.ly/JoinAmConHere

Learn more about AmCon from Mike Glover -- > https://bit.ly/mikegloveramcon

 

Any Given Tuesday: Being Prepared No Matter the Situation

Ep #15 - September is National Preparedness Month! Picture this: It's any given Tuesday, and suddenly, a situation arises that you never saw coming. It could be a man-made incident like civil unrest or a public shooting, leaving you feeling uncertain about your safety, or a natural event like a severe thunderstorm hitting your neighbor's house with lightning and knocking your power out. These are the kinds of situations we rarely foresee but should always be prepared for.

But here's the kicker – it's not just about the headline-grabbing catastrophes. It's about those more minor, everyday disruptions that can still throw us for a loop—like misplacing your wallet, dealing with a sudden pet health emergency, or even facing a data breach that leaves you feeling vulnerable.

In today's episode, we're not only talking about the big disasters that demand our attention but also diving into the realm of the everyday unexpected. 

From Epi-Pens to insulin storage, to preparing for the worst with a comprehensive emergency food supply, to honing the art of active listening for stronger relationships, we're covering various topics that fit into the framework of the 12 essential categories for readiness.

We're tossing in a discussion on cultivating strong neighborhood bonds because community resilience goes hand in hand with personal preparedness. 

So, join us as we unravel the layers of preparedness – both for the blockbuster calamities and the everyday hiccups. Because, in the grand theater of life, you never know when you'll need to rise to the occasion, ready for whatever comes your way. This is a podcast that embraces the "any given Tuesday" mindset – where being prepared is the name of the game.

Welcome to National Preparedness Month - Let's explore the world of readiness together.