Depression 2.0: Creative Strategies for Tough Economic TimesAnnotation With contributions from Douglas Rushkoff , Claire Wolfe and Charles Hugh Smith We have grown accustomed to life in a stable and prosperous society, and many of us are not prepared for financial uncertainty. Depression 2.0 is a practical, empowering, hands-on guide to persevering and even thriving in the event of an economic crisis. Placing particular emphasis on self-sufficiency, community-building, and personal resilience, this timely, informative book offers a hopeful way forward in a time of great uncertainty. Bankruptcy, barter, and survival investing are just a few of the important topics explored. Chapters include: Worst Case Scenario: Contemplating Unemployment Down but Not Out: Economics for Leaner Times Walking Away: Thinking about Bankruptcy In Case of Emergency: The Resilient Home Return to Simplicity: Retreat Options Keeping the Lights on: Home Energy Solutions Between the Cracks: When You Have No Shelter Beyond Currency: When Greenbacks Go Bad Survival Finances: Crisis Investing Future Shift: The Road Ahead Depression 2.0 is the fourth title in Process' celebrated Self- Reliance Series , created to help urbanites make smart choices to live sustainably in the twenty-first century. |