Prepared, Not Panicked: My Real-Life Prep Checklist

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For when the power goes out, the storm rolls in, or you just want to stop winging it.Let’s be real: I’m not prepping for the end of the world.
I’m prepping for the next power outage that hits after 9 PM with zero warning, two tired kids, and no charged flashlight in sight.


If you’ve ever googled “what to keep in a go-bag” and felt your blood pressure spike — same. That’s why I created a checklist that’s short, calm, and actually works for real life.

No fear. No 97-bin chaos. Just smart prep, minus the panic.


📝 What It Is:

The Calm Prep Checklist is my no-drama guide to staying ready when things get weird — storms, outages, road trips, whatever.
It covers:

  • Power (chargers, flashlights, solar, cords)
  • Basic gear
  • Food & comfort
  • Documents (yep, actual printed ones)
  • A few bonus items I swear by (looking at you, non-chlorine pool shock)

🔽 Download the Checklist

Grab your printable Calm Prep Checklist here
(PDF includes page two with personal tips + notes from Jules)

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👀 Why This List Works

This isn’t about prepping for every possible disaster.
It’s about knowing that if something hits — you’re not scrambling.
You’ve got:

  • Backup power
  • Snacks
  • Peace of mind
  • Dry socks
  • And maybe a little lip balm, because feeling good still matters

📎 What to Do Next

  1. Print the checklist
  2. Add your must-haves in the “Notes” section
  3. Stash a copy where you’ll actually see it
  4. Start with just one item this week. Seriously.

✍️ Final Thought:

You don’t have to prep like a man.
You can prep like a mother.
Like a calm, softly dangerous, fully charged version of yourself.


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