The Difference Between a Lifetime of Survival and a System of Slavery

It is truly staggering to witness the arrogance of people who think that because I’m currently homeless, I’ve somehow lost a lifetime of off grid living and survival skills.

Eric Wichman

10 Apr 2026 — 6 min read

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640sqft Solar-Powered Shipping Container Cabin with Attached Greenhouse – Can Be Built for Just $25K

The idea of course is to build the simplest structure possible while still being sturdy, practical, efficient, and inexpensive.

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