Why People Need To Be Able To Survive

All humans are connected to each other. We all have the same basic needs that sustain our existence. After years of evolving, human needs have extended beyond only physiological. We’ve expanded into desiring self-actualization and a sense of belonging. By fulfilling these needs and longings, we ultimately reduce suffering and ensure survival. Although most of present society cradles the current generation, it doesn’t deplete the usefulness to possess survival abilities and knowledge. This is especially true if one is ever faced with emergencies or disasters. Food, water, and shelter are the most important elements of being able to survive. The “Rule of Threes” are: humans can last three minutes without air, three hours without shelter (regulated body temperature), three days without water, and 3 weeks without food. These rules are in order of most important to least important. When looking for or creating shelter, you must keep in mind the safety (away from danger and near resources), insulation (protection from elements), size (adjusted for amount of survivors), and source of heat (utilizing fire or body heat) for the shelter. You can find water easily in sources such as plants and streams. Although you’re avoiding dehydration, you don’t want to get sick. You can purify the water by filtering it, boiling it, or …show more content…
This includes our day to day life as well! There are several fundamentals to finding and maintaining sources of food, water, and shelter. The “Rule of Threes” distinguishes the importance of certain environmental factors and the length to which humans can last under certain conditions. There are several tricks and tools that will allow for easier survival and possibly even enhance the entirety of the experience. Your attitude towards the situation will affect the outcome of how you and others continuing living. Now, you should ask yourself: Would I be able to