Episode # 453, Beating Procrastination; Broken Collarbones; and Prepper Uses For Salt
Beating Procrastination; Broken Collarbones; and Prepper Uses For Salt
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Procrastination can affect every aspect of our lives, including prepping.
Overall, procrastination can have far-reaching effects on various aspects of life so it's important to develop strategies to overcome procrastination and improve time management skills
Procrastination can have several negative effects, including:
Increased stress and anxiety: Putting off tasks can lead to a buildup of stress and anxiety as deadlines approach and the pressure to complete the tasks increases.
Poor performance: Procrastination often results in rushed or incomplete work, leading to lower quality outcomes and potentially negative consequences, such as poor grades or performance reviews.
Missed opportunities: Procrastination can lead to missed deadlines, which may result in missed opportunities for advancement or achieving personal or professional goals.
Decreased productivity: Delaying tasks reduces overall productivity and efficiency, as time that could be spent completing tasks is instead wasted on avoidance behaviors.
Negative impact on mental health: Chronic procrastination can contribute to feelings of guilt, low self-esteem, and depression, as individuals may struggle to break free from the cycle of avoidance and negative self-talk.
Strained relationships: Procrastination can also impact relationships, as others may become frustrated or disappointed by missed commitments or delayed responses.
Beating procrastination
Beating procrastination involves adopting strategies and habits to overcome the tendency to delay tasks.
Here are some tips to help you combat procrastination:
Break tasks into smaller steps: Break down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable steps to make them feel less overwhelming and more achievable.
Set specific goals and deadlines: Clearly define your goals and set deadlines for completing tasks to create a sense of urgency and accountability.
Create a structured schedule: Establish a daily or weekly schedule that includes dedicated time for work, study, and leisure activities, and stick to it as much as possible.
Prioritize tasks: Identify and prioritize tasks based on their importance and urgency, and tackle them in order of priority to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Eliminate distractions: Minimize distractions by creating a conducive work environment, turning off notifications, and avoiding multitasking.
Use time management techniques: Utilize techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique (working in short bursts with regular breaks), time blocking (allocating specific time slots for tasks), or the two-minute rule (starting tasks that can be completed in two minutes or less immediately).
Find motivation: Identify the reasons behind your procrastination and find ways to increase your motivation, whether it's setting rewards for completing tasks, visualizing success, or seeking support from others.
Practice self-discipline: Cultivate self-discipline by developing habits such as setting aside specific times for work, avoiding procrastination triggers, and holding yourself accountable for your actions.
Address underlying issues: Explore any underlying issues such as fear of failure, perfectionism, or lack of confidence that may be contributing to your procrastination, and work on addressing them through self-reflection or seeking support from a therapist or coach.
Start small: If you're struggling to get started on a task, commit to working on it for just a few minutes. Often, getting started is the hardest part, and once you've overcome that initial hurdle, it becomes easier to continue.
Overcoming procrastination is a gradual process that requires persistence and effort, so be patient with yourself as you implement these strategies and work towards building better habits.
Medical Monday Segment
We are doing this segment because of the potential for injury in a long-duration SHTF (stuff hits the fan) as well as the fact that collar bones, or clavicles, get broken a lot, especially in children and teens.
Any significant force applied to the collarbone area can result in a fracture,
Relatively exposed position on the body.
The clavicle, or collarbone, is commonly broken by:
Falling onto an outstretched hand: When falling, the instinctive reaction is often to extend the arm to break the fall, resulting in force being transmitted up the arm and onto the clavicle.
Sports injuries: Contact sports like football or rugby, as well as activities like skiing or biking, can lead to collisions or falls that result in clavicle fractures.
Car accidents: The impact of a car accident, especially if the chest area hits the steering wheel or dashboard, can cause a clavicle fracture, as can a front impact by the seat belt.
Trauma from a blow or hit: Direct blows to the shoulder or collarbone area, such as those occurring during physical altercations or accidents, can also cause fractures.
Signs of a broken clavicle, or collarbone, may include:
Pain: Immediate pain at the site of the fracture that may worsen with movement or when pressure is applied to the area.
Swelling and tenderness: Swelling and tenderness around the collarbone, often accompanied by bruising.
Deformity or misalignment: In some cases, a visible deformity or abnormal positioning of the collarbone may be noticeable, especially if the fracture is severe.
Difficulty moving the arm: Limited range of motion in the affected shoulder or arm due to pain and instability caused by the fracture. You will usually see the patient cradling the effected arm
Grinding or cracking sensation: (Crepitus) Some people may hear or feel a grinding or cracking sensation when attempting to move the shoulder.
Sagging shoulder: The affected shoulder may appear to sag downward compared to the unaffected side, especially if the fracture is displaced.
Step-by-step instructions for pre-hospital treatment of a broken clavicle:
Assess the Scene: Ensure the area is safe for both you and the injured person.
Assess the Patient: Check for any life-threatening conditions or injuries. Work the ABCs, Airway, Breathing (if they are talking, they are breathing), but difficulty breathing could indicate a punctured lung. Circulation - in this case, is there and bleeding? If there are no life-threatening conditions, proceed with treating the clavicle injury.
Stabilize the Patient: Have the patient sit or lie down comfortably, whichever position is least painful.
Immobilize the Arm: Use a sling or improvised materials (such as a triangular bandage, shirt, or towel) to support the injured arm and keep it close to the body. The sling should be placed under the forearm and then around the neck.
Apply Ice: If available, apply an ice pack or cold pack wrapped in a cloth to the injured area to reduce swelling and alleviate pain. Do not apply the ice directly to the skin.
Pain Management: If the patient is in significant pain and is medically authorized to take pain medication, provide appropriate pain relief according to medical protocols or guidelines.
Monitor Vital Signs: Keep an eye on the patient's vital signs and overall condition while waiting for medical help to arrive.
Keep the Patient Calm: Reassure the patient and keep them as calm and comfortable as possible while waiting for further medical assistance.
Prevent Further Injury: Advise the patient to avoid moving the injured arm and to avoid any activities that may aggravate the injury.
Call emergency medical services (EMS)
or arrange for transportation to a medical facility
Further evaluation and treatment by healthcare professionals.
If no professional medical care available, fashion a figure-eight brace to pull the shoulders back and hold the clavicle in place until it heals.
This is not intended for an alternative to seeking professional medical for a broken clavicle, but as an aid for pre-hospital treatment, or in a grid down situation where professional medical care may no longer be available.
Salt Segment
Preppers often stockpile salt due to its versatility and importance in various survival scenarios, especially for long-duration SHTF events:
Food Preservation: Salt is a natural preservative, used for curing meats, fish, and vegetables, and extending their shelf life.
Hygiene and Sanitation: Salt can be used to make homemade cleaning solutions and as an abrasive for scrubbing dishes or surfaces.
Health and Medicine: In emergencies, salt can be used for oral rehydration solutions, wound cleansing (saline solution), and as a gargle for sore throats.
ARC salt/sugar recipe:
The American Red Cross sugar/salt recipe, especially good for diarrhea and dehydration for electrolyte replacecment
Mix together: 1 quart water. 2 tablespoons sugar. 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Animal Care: Salt blocks or mineral licks are essential for livestock and pets to maintain electrolyte balance and overall health.
Bartering: In a survival scenario, where access to goods is limited, salt's value as a commodity can facilitate trade.
Pest Control: Salt can be used to deter pests like slugs and snails in gardens or to control weeds in driveways or walkways.
Food Flavoring: Beyond preservation, salt enhances flavor in food, making it a crucial ingredient for cooking and seasoning meals, especially if fresh ingredients are scarce.
Ice Melting: any type of ice can be used to melt ice on steps and walkways, but rock salt, or ice cream salt, is great for this and is available in 40 lb bags from the wholesale clubs.
Smaller amounts of aquariam salt, which is finely ground like table salt, are available in 1 lb or 5 lb at pet stores or wherever aquarium supplies are sold.
And yes, table salt will work as well.
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