Even so, like most people, you probably do not automatically realize the potential implications, Y2K's spillover into daily life, its impact on supply lines and goods and services. In other words, how it will impact you and mean and our lifestyles, our day to day lives. But regardless of whether or not you understand the computerese, (and actually it's really not necessary that you do), the technological implications of Y2K are only the first level. This is a thumbnail capsule of Y2K FFF #2's answer to:
- What does a Computer Glitch Have to Do with Food?
- Is this Y2K thing for Real?
- But will it be a REAL Crisis?
- Complex Technology, Interdependent Systems
- The Foodsystem, even without Y2K, is already vulnerable.
- Computers run Everything.
- The Domino Effect.
- The Stool Analogy.
- WYSIWYG in the Supermarket.
- What the Food Experts are saying.
Be Centered
Y2K is, and will continue to be, an emotionally charged issue. That's true whether you are justlearning about it, or already actively involved andpreparing for the worst. Furthermore, just the stress of the uncertainty about it alone can wreak havoc on your nervous system. All of us need some coping tools.
No matter what, EVERYONE has to squarely face and process this Y2K issue and its potential impact on our lives. This can be, in itself, an upsetting, even depressing process. When I finally came to the realization, after extensive study, that the Y2K Crunch was NOT just some kind of candy bar, it took me several weeks of feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, angry and then deeply sad, before I could mobilize myself to act. Not everyone will process this in the same way. And few people are talking about the more sociological aspects of Y2K. This newsletter will not only address these, but offer suggestions, guidelines and hints for surviving, dealing and coping mentally and emotionally, even on deeper levels, with the other, more human consequences of Y2K.
Here are Nancy Lee's:
ABC Key's for Y2K COPING
REMEMBERing Who You Are..
Ask the Truth, even if it hurts.
Be willing to Speak the Truth, ditto.
Center Yourself in your own Circle.
Drink Deep from Your Source.
Be Informed.
Be Centered.
Be Prepared.
Be Prepared to go Beyond your Comfort Zone.
Circle, Work with others.
Be Flexible, Adaptive, Resourceful.
Be Grateful.
Expect Miracles.
REMEMBERing You are Not Alone..
Be Prepared
Many people are already looking for direction about what and how to be prepared for Y2K food continencies. Sales are brisk in so-called survival foods and other supplies. This will continue, especially, as increasing numbers of high profile organizations and agencies, such as the Red Cross, the USDA, the U.S. Senate and others, make their public statements and appraisals.
What should I do first?
So, to prepare for Y2K, the first thing to do is go out and order large quantities of freeze-dried camping supplies or those expensive "Feed-a-family-of-four-for-six-months-for-$4000" survival packages they're selling, RIGHT? No. Cases of canned foods, then?
NO. Containers first?
NO.
No, actually the first thing to do in order to start preparing for Y2K doesn't have anything to do with food and eating per se.
Its actually more about taking "stock" than "stocking up"; doing some real honest examination, assessment and reflection on a few basics. About your attitudes and assumptions about food. About what you really need and comparing it with what you want and desire.
It's about deciding that this Y2K thing is an excellent opportunity to finally begin to implement, adopt and incorporate the kind of healthier eating patterns YOU KNOW you should be observing anyway...
And it's about food circles---getting together with others around you who are also concerned about the effects of Y2K---beyond the computer---and working together for mutual survival, support and confidence.
Look for plenty of facts on calculating calorie needs, storage tips, how to cook basic foods, energy and money saving strategies for realistic Y2K food scenarios, what to do "if", etc.,in upcoming issues..
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
One in the Work,
Nancy Lee
These valuable tips, insights and action strategies are also further concentrated and distilled into handy, compact, print booklet form:
"Y2K & Your Food: What are YOU Going to be Eating in the Year 2000 ... and after?" is a complete Y2K & Your Food reference, compiled as a concise, 24-page action reference guide for an economical $5.00 per copy. (Available 3/19/99)
Contact mailto:nancy@foodcircle.com
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-- Nancy Lee (nancy@foodcircle.com), March 10, 1999