Winning the Money Game

Lisa Preston

Winning the Money Game

Food, water, and skills matter—but financial pressure can undo preparedness faster than almost anything else. Debt limits options, creates ongoing risk, and turns small disruptions into full-blown emergencies.

Winning the Money Game focuses on why reducing and eliminating debt should be a top priority in any preparedness plan—not necessarily the very first step, but one that must be addressed intentionally and early.

In this class, we’ll cover:

  • Why debt is a major vulnerability during economic instability
  • How interest, obligations, and monthly payments reduce resilience
  • Practical strategies for getting out of debt in a sustainable way
  • How a debt-free (or debt-light) life increases flexibility and peace of mind
  • Why financial margin is just as critical as stored supplies

This session reframes preparedness as more than stockpiles and gear. By learning how to win the money game, attendees will walk away with a clearer path toward long-term stability, independence, and real-world resilience.