Survival Characteristics

These are some random thoughts about the different characteristics that a survivor will possess to varying degrees. Many of these characteristics are a part of their everyday lives and activities. They can be a determining factor in the ability to survive when your survival is threatened.

1.)  The Proper Mindset:

Survivors have the proper mindset. Survivors are able to see the reality of a situation when something bad happens and act accordingly. They are able to use good judgment, sound reasoning and common sense when dealing with any threat to their survival.

2.) Independent: 

Survivors are independent. Survivors readily accept the challenge of anything that threatens their survival and realize they may have to face that challenge alone.

3.) Innovative:

Survivors are innovative. Survivors will use any and all means available to them to deal with a situation that threatens their survival. Survivors will find a way to make whatever they need from whatever they have available.

4.) Resourceful:

 Survivors keep trying until they find a solution to the problem. They view everything as a resource that can be used for their survival.

5.) Self-reliant:

Survivors know they may find themselves in a situation where they may have to rely on their own skills and abilities to survive.

6.) Confident:

Survivors have confidence in their knowledge, skills and abilities. They know they have the ability to survive.

7.) Adapt:

Survivors feel secure in their ability to adapt to changing conditions in order to survive.

8.) Improvise:

Survivors seek to improvise a solution to their problems when their survival is threatened.

9.) Leadership:

Survivors are the leaders. They will find the path that will allow them to survive.

10.) Determination:

Survivors are determined. Survivors never quit because they realize that when it comes to their survival...losing is not an option.

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