Back in the 70's, we had Carter as President. The economy was a freekin mess, high interest and inflation.
The SHTF discussions were a big topic then too.
People bought and moved to rural retreats, stocked supplies of all kinds.
Think of what you would NEED to survive for a period of time, along with some trade goods for barter.
Tis a daunting, and scary thing.
Would you turn away your friends and niebhors if they came to you hungry?