| Generally speaking, the instructions look easier | | | | or that skill to get through the problem that you |
| than actually following them. For many people with | | | | face. After your practice run, much like a rough |
| disaster plans where they have prepared for the | | | | draft, you will be able to fix these mistakes. |
| worst, they haven't actually taken the time to | | | | Practicing will embed the plan into your memory. |
| practice the plan and see if it works. Having the | | | | No one can describe the fear, panic, and stress of |
| tools and supplies ready are a big part of this plan, | | | | a real disaster situation. It's hard to know how |
| but actually going through the motions of actually | | | | you will personally react in that situation. What's |
| practicing your plan has it's benefits. | | | | important is that you have a plan that you have |
| Practicing will help correct unforeseen problems. | | | | memorized that you can do in spite of the fear |
| It's very likely that you have a few problems in | | | | or stress. This will help you focus and know |
| your disaster plan. You might notice you don't | | | | what's going on. When you practice this, you |
| have everything you need. You may see that | | | | won't have to worry about not knowing what to |
| your children don't really know what to do or | | | | do. The mental clarity will help you do a better job |
| where to meet. In practice, you can see that it | | | | and provide for your family's physical and |
| would have been easier if you just had this tool | | | | emotional needs. |