Striving for Self-Reliance
The process of becoming more self-reliant or sovereign is not a short one if you are of average or even slightly above average income and means. This process can be as involved, costly and complicated as you make it or it can be relatively simple depending on your goals. It starts with the right mindset and a commitment to making it a reality in your lifestyle. Be assured this is a lifestyle, not something you do for recreation.
I believe the thought processes involved in leading a person down this path of greater self-reliance are complicated. It also requires one to be a bit of a critical thinker and at least partially capable of seeing issues from an objective viewpoint rather than just subjective. Far too many of us, myself included, find ourselves totally wrapped up in day to day living, taking care of business and we at least temporarily lose sight of the bigger picture.