why do things look

In the post apocalypse or collapse everything will be different. The way to go from point A to B will no longer be a straight line; you will have to go around the urban centers instead of going through them. Roads will be blocked and cars may not be an option, meaning you’ll be forced to walk. What also changes is the way you see the world, now you can no longer just wander without worrying, you will have to pay close attention to your surroundings, otherwise your survival could be at stake.

When I was in the army, a lesson that got into my head on a regular basis was why things are seen, the reason behind it was simply, to keep myself and those in my section and platoon alive and spot danger sooner. that they could happen. This is how you do it.

1. Divide the ground
Scanning the entire ground at once will mean you miss key details, instead divide the ground into three parts, near, middle and far. This will allow him to take in more of his surroundings and memorize them. You may need to imagine a divider or line to achieve this, which is perfectly fine, whatever technique you choose, it doesn’t matter, it’s the end result that counts. When scanning the ground, I recommend starting with what is closest and working your way to the far ground. Doing so will help you spot potential hazards nearby faster, rather than looking far away and having them appear out of nowhere.

2. Go against the grain
When we look at the surrounding terrain, we tend to look from right to left. Instead, force yourself to look behind you (from left to right), this will force your eyes to slow down because they are not used to moving that way and will allow you to see more details of your surroundings.

3. Take your time
Remember this is not a race, take your time and do it right the first time. Feel free to look at things two or three times to catch every detail.

4. Memorize
It is not enough to simply observe your surroundings, you must also memorize them as much as possible. You don’t need to know all the details, but you should always know where potential threats might be coming from. If you pass by a building observe it and memorize it. Know how many windows and doors you have as they could be used as a potential ambush.

5.Repeat
This is not a one off thing and then wanders aimlessly, this requires you to constantly scan your surroundings when you are still and moving. If this means you have to walk slower at first so be it, remember that with practice comes speed.

what to look for

shine
– Car mirrors, binoculars, rifle scopes, or metal and glass surfaces

form
– Look for objects that don’t fit their surroundings, objects with angles, for example, are not common in nature.

Darkness
– Look for shadows where there shouldn’t be, shadows that don’t fit the object (e.g. wider than the object), or shadows that move on their own

Texture
– Objects that look smooth or polished again with rough looking backgrounds or vice versa

Color
– Look for colors that don’t fit your surroundings, such as lighter or darker colors in the background, as this could be a sign that an object or person is camouflaged.

Size
– An obvious example would be a tall angular form on relatively short bushes. But they can also be round, smaller objects, or anything else that seems out of place in the environment.

Sound
– You may not always be able to see an object or potential threat, but you can hear it. Remember that after the collapse, the world will be a much quieter place without the constant background noise of traffic and machinery that can be heard in most places.

The most important thing to remember is to stay alert no matter what. In a perfect setting, this won’t be hard to do, but in the post-apocalypse world you’ll be hungry, dehydrated, and sleep deprived. A slip in this type of environment will not be embarrassing, it could be fatal.

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