Thom Rigsby, The Unashamed Non-Conformist

I help regular, every day people get ready for life’s next curve ball so they have the skills and know how to respond with confidence.

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People cling to the past because its outcome is already known.

The future? Uncertain, intimidating—so they ignore it.

But ignoring tomorrow doesn’t stop it from coming.
It only stops you from shaping the outcome.

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Morning sun breaks over southern Appalachia @spann #KeelMtn #PaintRock

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In this episode of the AmCon Daily Brief, Thom Rigsby explains why the time to build trust is before the storm—not during it. Discover the three pillars of trust that keep teams moving in the chaos—consistency, competence, and care—and learn simple, everyday actions to strengthen trust so it’s ready when you need it most.
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You’ve got night vision, four bug-out bags, and a Faraday cage… but can’t cover rent if payday’s late.

Prepared? Or just playing dress-up?

#AmCon #financialPreparedness

@AmconNetwork

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Another awesome sunrise this morning “above the clouds” on Keel Mountain…. @spann

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Savings are the oxygen mask of financial preparedness.
Without one, a single crisis can spiral into chaos.
Our training helps you build short-term buffers and long-term resilience.

👉 Learn more at https://t.co/ticrRShEMK

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🚗 Weekend Preparedness Challenge 🚗

"The best plan in the world is worthless if you can’t get there." — Unknown

Your ability to move must never be compromised.

🔥 This weekend: Inspect your vehicle & plan alternate routes.

🔗 Find a local preparedness network at https://t.co/LveLQsYIHH #MobilityMatters

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Inflation eats away at your purchasing power every month.
Smart families don’t just cut back—they plan ahead.
Build a strategy that protects your income and stretches your dollars.

👉 Start your plan at https://t.co/ticrRShEMK

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If your family lost income tomorrow, how long could you cover the bills?
Preparedness isn’t just about food and gear—it’s about financial resilience.
Start building your Income & Economics plan today.

👉 https://t.co/ticrRShEMK

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🚨 In a crisis, you don’t rise to the occasion—you fall to your level of training.

💡 Preparedness isn’t a hobby. It’s a mindset.

✅ Do you train under stress?
✅ Do you practice self-discipline?
✅ Do you stay calm in chaos?

❓ What’s the biggest mindset shift you’ve made in preparedness?

🔁 Retweet if preparedness has changed how you see the world.

#PreparednessMindset #TrainForTheMoment #BeReady

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🎭 Preparedness is serious, but that doesn’t mean we can’t laugh.

🚨 Drop your best survival meme in the comments.
🥫 The funniest one gets… bragging rights.

Here’s one to start:

“No one:"
Preppers: "I need another five-gallon bucket of rice."”

🔁 Retweet if this is you.

#SurvivalMemes #PreparednessHumor #LaughWhileYouCan

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Your go-bag is packed. But what does it say about you?

🎒 The Ultra Minimalist: “I only need a knife, a tarp, and my wits.”
📦 The Overpacker: “I’ve got gear for 12 different disasters, including a zombie outbreak.”
🍫 The Snack Hoarder: “Yes, I have a water filter… but also 17 granola bars.”
📚 The Planner: “Everything is labeled, vacuum-sealed, and color-coded.”
😂 The Last-Minute Grabber: “I just threw in whatever was in my car. We’ll see what happens.”

❓ Which one are you? Or are you something else entirely? 👇

🔁 Retweet if your go-bag has at least one weird, totally unnecessary item.

#BugOutBag #SurvivalPersonality #StayReady

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🚨 You’re in a crowded area. Something feels off.

��� A bag is left unattended.
🤨 A person is acting strangely.
🛑 You see exits others don’t.

💡 Situational awareness means seeing danger before it happens.

❓ What’s the last thing you noticed that others ignored?

🔁 Retweet if you train your awareness daily.

#StayAlert #SituationalAwareness #ThinkAhead

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🔥 3 Mindset Shifts That Turn You Into a Preparedness Leader 🔥

1️⃣ Stop waiting for someone else to save you – No one is coming.
2️⃣ Turn fear into action – Fear is useful only if it makes you move.
3️⃣ Teach others – A prepared team is stronger than a prepared individual.

🔗 Step up. Lead the way. More at https://t.co/LveLQsYaS9 #TeamPrepared

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🚨 Disaster has struck. You can only pick 3 people to survive with.

Who do you choose?
1️⃣ The expert hunter/fisher.
2️⃣ The person who always carries snacks.
3️⃣ The survival gear nerd with ALL the gadgets.
4️⃣ The calm, level-headed problem solver.
5️⃣ The mechanic who can fix anything.
6️⃣ The hilarious friend to keep morale up.

❓ Who makes the cut for your team? Tag them below. 👇

🔁 Retweet if your #1 pick is “the snack guy.”

#SurvivalSquad #DisasterPreparedness #WhoWouldYouPick

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📺 Expectation: Effortlessly starting a fire with two sticks like a survival expert.
🔥 Reality: Cursing at damp wood while rubbing sticks together for an hour.

📺 Expectation: Gracefully catching fish with a handmade spear.
🐟 Reality: Falling in the water while a fish laughs at you.

📺 Expectation: Bugging out smoothly, navigating with the stars.
🗺️ Reality: Lost in the woods 30 minutes later.

❓ What’s a survival skill that was WAY harder than you expected? 👇

🔁 Retweet if you’ve failed at starting a fire at least once.

#SurvivalFails #TrainForTheMoment #RealityCheck

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🚑 Weekend Preparedness Challenge 🚑

Could you keep someone alive until help arrives?

✅ Do you know how to stop severe bleeding?
✅ Can you perform CPR correctly?
✅ Do you have emergency medical supplies?

🔥 This weekend: Take a first aid or trauma course. #TrainForTheMoment

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🚨 Civil unrest breaks out. People are smashing windows & looting stores.

💡 What’s your plan?

🚗 Can you escape safely?
🔐 Is your home protected?
💥 Are you mentally prepared to defend yourself?

❓ What’s your strategy for avoiding violent crowds?

🔁 Retweet if you’ve thought about this scenario before.

#BeYourOwnDefender #CrisisReady #StaySafe

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🚨 Preparedness isn’t just gear—it’s a lifestyle.

✅ It’s about helping others, not just yourself.
✅ It’s about living life with CONFIDENCE.

❓ What’s the next step in YOUR journey? Drop it below. 👇

🔁 Retweet if Jake’s journey reminds you of YOUR journey. Follow @ThomRigsby for more preparedness insights!

#JakesJourney #BeYourOwnRescue

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🌎 Preparedness isn’t about fear—it’s about freedom.

Jake’s life didn’t stop because he was prepared.
✅ He still enjoys time with family.
✅ He still lives a normal life.
✅ He just has peace of mind that he can handle ANYTHING.

💭 Isn’t that the point?

❓ What’s the biggest benefit you’ve experienced from being prepared?

🔁 Retweet if preparedness has made your life BETTER, not worse. Follow @ThomRigsby for the final lesson.

#JakesJourney #ConfidenceInCrisis