I think the price of oil is going to $600 in a sort of S-curve move. Right now people are just assuming its peaking (At $125), but if it keeps going up there will be fomo soon. Will take most people by surprise. But in hindsight it will be so obvious. But lets see. $600 oil threatens much of the internet since it needs cheap energy and standard of living will drop significantly for most people and there will be mass unemployment i believe. You should prepare now. Find inspiration from places where resources are scarce. For example in prisons.. Whats high value? Dont say drugs
What about during war? What basic necessities did Troops enjoy, not because i think there will be war but thats def also a possibility, but because you can get an idea for which items go a long way under harsh conditions. Last but not least what was life like in 18th century? What did they eat, how did they store food, so on so forth.
Personally I am buying lots of candles I am buying personal hygiene products that can last a long time, for myself and for trading I have bought socks, lots of them And i am learning how to forage food and basic gardening.
And you must prepare now also if you are not super wealthy, better safe than sorry.