A mother has opened up about spending over $20,000 doomsday prepping for the past decade.
Krystal, a mother of three, takes the adage ‘fail to prepare and prepare to fail’ to a whole new level.
In a recent episode on Truly’s YouTube channel, part of the My Extraordinary Family series, Krystal discusses her prepping activities, motivations, and the reactions she gets from others.
“I prep for anything,” she stated. “Whether it’s a power grid failure, another pandemic, civil unrest, or even World War Three. We always prepare for the worst but hope for the best.”
Although Krystal had been preparing for years, the pandemic solidified her fears and helped her husband Derrick understand the significance of her efforts. Initially, Derrick thought his wife’s prepping was somewhat extreme.
“My view on prepping changed during the pandemic,” Derrick acknowledged.
He added it was reassuring to know they had enough supplies to get through the hardships brought on by the pandemic.
Krystal’s friend Carla initially thought she was ‘bat s**t crazy,’ but sought her advice when the pandemic struck.
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Krystal aims to have a three-year food supply stored for emergencies. She grows her own vegetables and preserves them in jars, which she claims has saved her thousands of dollars.
Krystal shares her prepping activities on TikTok, where she is known as the ‘Doomsday Queen.’ Her videos have garnered thousands of views, inspiring some followers to start their own prepping.
“Thanks to you, my home is prepped,” one follower wrote. “I’ve got a generator, water machine, radios, solar panels, food, and water.”
Another follower praised, “We’ve learned so much from you! You are amazing!”
In one of her videos, Krystal lists five essential items for a prep space: cordage, a knife, a water purifier, a tarp, and freeze-dried food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
Why has Krystal spent over $20,000 on doomsday prepping?
Krystal prepares for potential disasters like grid collapse, pandemics, or civil unrest.
What changed Krystal’s husband’s view on prepping?
The pandemic made Derrick realize the importance of being prepared.
How does Krystal save money on her prepping?
Krystal grows her own vegetables and preserves them, saving thousands of dollars.
What are some essential items Krystal recommends for doomsday prepping?
Krystal recommends cordage, a knife, a water purifier, a tarp, and freeze-dried food.
How has Krystal influenced others through her TikTok page?
Krystal’s TikTok followers credit her for inspiring them to start their own doomsday prepping.