RULES NEVER HURT
Over the past 60 years or so, I have listened to good advice, learned from my own mistakes and developed my own philosophy that serves me pretty well in the navigation of this strange planet we inhabit. The important aspects, high points and sometimes obvious danger signs are sometimes hard to remember or apply when necessary. So, I have delineated these principals into a list of rules for surviving, mostly to make them easier to remember, but also so I can pull them out easily when I feel my friends and acquaintances need a little help getting their shit together.
Over the past 60 years or so, I have listened to good advice, learned from my own mistakes and developed my own philosophy that serves me pretty well in the navigation of this strange planet we inhabit. The important aspects, high points and sometimes obvious danger signs are sometimes hard to remember or apply when necessary. So, I have delineated these principals into a list of rules for surviving, mostly to make them easier to remember, but also so I can pull them out easily when I feel my friends and acquaintances need a little help getting their shit together.
This list is by no means complete and I reserve the right to add, subtract or edit as I see fit. I do own the copyright, after all.
DESERT MADNESS RULES FOR
SURVIVAL
1. You
can't get in trouble for keeping your mouth shut.
2. A convincing lie always sounds better than the truth.
3. A full glass is always preferable to one half full or half empty
4. Never make a promise you can't keep.
5. Anybody that lies to you will steal from you.
6. Do the objectionable tasks first, your day will go easier.
7. Always trust your instincts.
8. Do it right the first time, you may not get a second chance.
9. Never go anyplace without a knife.
10. Always have a friend you can share dark secrets with.
11. Mistakes made out of enthusiasm are forgivable, mistakes made out of indifference aren't.
12. Be prepared for anything, philosophically and logistically.
13. Always try to anticipate what will happen next.
14. Keep your vehicles fuel tank above 1/2.
15. A witch hunt usually turns up a witch.
16. Keep a week’s worth of food and water safe and accessible.
17. Always have a $100 bill hide out in your wallet.
18. Your conscience is the smart part of your brain trying to protect you from yourself.
19. If you need something, ask for it.
20. Keep your life in order and your tools clean and sharp.
21. Always play 2 moves ahead.
22. Whatever happens, let them think you planned it that way.
23. Always do your best. Demand the best from others.
24. If you expect to be disappointed, you probably will be.
25. Surprises are good for your birthday but not for much else.
26. At some point preparation can't be improved. It's time for action.
27. Fear must be a motivator, not a hindrance.
28. Honesty is the best policy, but if you must lie, make it very specific and memorable..
2. A convincing lie always sounds better than the truth.
3. A full glass is always preferable to one half full or half empty
4. Never make a promise you can't keep.
5. Anybody that lies to you will steal from you.
6. Do the objectionable tasks first, your day will go easier.
7. Always trust your instincts.
8. Do it right the first time, you may not get a second chance.
9. Never go anyplace without a knife.
10. Always have a friend you can share dark secrets with.
11. Mistakes made out of enthusiasm are forgivable, mistakes made out of indifference aren't.
12. Be prepared for anything, philosophically and logistically.
13. Always try to anticipate what will happen next.
14. Keep your vehicles fuel tank above 1/2.
15. A witch hunt usually turns up a witch.
16. Keep a week’s worth of food and water safe and accessible.
17. Always have a $100 bill hide out in your wallet.
18. Your conscience is the smart part of your brain trying to protect you from yourself.
19. If you need something, ask for it.
20. Keep your life in order and your tools clean and sharp.
21. Always play 2 moves ahead.
22. Whatever happens, let them think you planned it that way.
23. Always do your best. Demand the best from others.
24. If you expect to be disappointed, you probably will be.
25. Surprises are good for your birthday but not for much else.
26. At some point preparation can't be improved. It's time for action.
27. Fear must be a motivator, not a hindrance.
28. Honesty is the best policy, but if you must lie, make it very specific and memorable..
