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I agree with PM's definition clinically. Unfortunately, most in society are ignorant and would label many of us, "prepared people," as paranoid simply because we deviate from established societal norms. This is just one reason why I am thankful that I was taught to thini for myself and disregard the opinions of others.
While living in NM, I spoke with a deputy about this very topic. He said that he carries everything in his vehicle, blankets, food, water, shovels, etc...Some of his friends called him paranoid, but only until they needed something he has. Then they called him prepared.
The same is probably true for most of us. The average sheep on the street would think we are paranoid, when in reality we are simply prepared for some of the less likely events of life.
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