That works for some, but some of us are more interested in promoting preparedness, sharing information on preparedness and explaining our gear and preparations to people, and prep partly to be there to help in emergencies.
I have already lived through a number of emergencies, and helping and neighborliness and leadership is all part of the benefits of the experiences.
Oh I agree with you. I enjoy doing that but online. I just think that advertising that you’re well prepared is not particularly wise if you live in an urban environment.
A bit off topic but one of the things I’d like to do with the “surviving socialism” pinglist is start getting a sort of shopping list for basic and intermediate prepping and the best deals available.