Your plot of land

When I bought my land and started to build my most humble cabin on it, many times I stopped to ponder the idea that I might be under a misconception regarding the safety of my plan. It seems that many of us could be drawn into the idea that this place- where ever you end up squirreling yourself off - is somehow going to be, the end of the road, safe house. I know I had that idea to a lesser degree. I can't say enough on preparing yourself for the possibility that the retreat you have worked so hard on, might need to be abandoned. It may be hard to look at now but trust me- later on, it may come to pass. And a little planning now can save some hardship down the road.
Mostly I look at my places, my retreats as temporary strong holds.
I look at what ever is coming like a battlefield and on a battlefield the front is always changing. You can't say for sure your little slice of paradise won't end up on the front line in someway.
I also can't say enough in training yourself in doing with less or without (and doing that now) and not having to do it under distress. Such as fasting, how long do you think you can do this. What if you where unable to get back to your supplies? How long do you think you can deal with those circumstances. Or lack of heat or shelter. Now is a great time to find out. I know I can get along just fine for at least 18 days on water. I know can live without heat under extreme conditions for a winter if need be. NOT FUN but I know that I can. Knowing that is powerful.
Be ever vigilant, keep your plans even keeled and know what you are personally capable of doing. And train yourself to do those things you may need to do in the future.