georgel
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So, suddenly we have casual acquaintances that want to meet or have dinner. Based on timing, I think this a direct result of the current political climate and unrest. I think the instability is causing an instinctive reaction to sort out who our friends are. Who can we really trust? Although, I know some of it is also recognizing some of us have knowledge and resources.
I've mentioned before, in a discussion with SoutherPrepper1, he outlined 3 distinct groups that can be described as rings...
A global group, where people have the same general interest. Let's say shooting and we can use this forum as an example. We are a group of somewhat like minded individuals that have an interest in shooting. But, some focus on competition, some focus on defensive, etc. We generally agree, but there are definite divisions on beliefs and values.
Then, the next layer in, we have what we can call regional or specialty group. These people have a more common ground, but specific interest or geography that bring them together. An example of this might be IDPA shooters, preparedness minded or even a lunch group.
The core layer is what SoutherPrepper1 called your huddle group. Who are you going to huddle with when times get bad? Who do you trust your life with?
This is not cast in stone, but a general context of how we associate. We cull each group from the larger group before it. But, in order to to that, we must associate. The inner most group(s) can only be determined by personal interaction and observation and for that matter "feel". Things that cannot be done over the internet.
This is why I drive an hour to meet members for lunch. This is why I'm willing to drive over an hour and a half to pick up something or deliver something to/from a member. To meet them have have them meet me.
In the current environment, it might be a good time to figure out who your friends are. To figure out who you want to trust or who you're willing to go to bat for.
Just sayin'
I've mentioned before, in a discussion with SoutherPrepper1, he outlined 3 distinct groups that can be described as rings...
A global group, where people have the same general interest. Let's say shooting and we can use this forum as an example. We are a group of somewhat like minded individuals that have an interest in shooting. But, some focus on competition, some focus on defensive, etc. We generally agree, but there are definite divisions on beliefs and values.
Then, the next layer in, we have what we can call regional or specialty group. These people have a more common ground, but specific interest or geography that bring them together. An example of this might be IDPA shooters, preparedness minded or even a lunch group.
The core layer is what SoutherPrepper1 called your huddle group. Who are you going to huddle with when times get bad? Who do you trust your life with?
This is not cast in stone, but a general context of how we associate. We cull each group from the larger group before it. But, in order to to that, we must associate. The inner most group(s) can only be determined by personal interaction and observation and for that matter "feel". Things that cannot be done over the internet.
This is why I drive an hour to meet members for lunch. This is why I'm willing to drive over an hour and a half to pick up something or deliver something to/from a member. To meet them have have them meet me.
In the current environment, it might be a good time to figure out who your friends are. To figure out who you want to trust or who you're willing to go to bat for.
Just sayin'