CHAPTER 23 - “NEED-TO-KNOW” PRINCIPLE
The term “need-to-know” is especially important in terms of storage food for bartering. The few people that know you have these items stored, the less of a target you will be for thieves looking for such treasures while having no problems taking it in whatever manner it takes.
But not only is it wise to limit knowledge for safety reasons, it is also wise to for emotional and family peace and harmony because you will not have to turn down those of your loved ones asking for treats if they are not aware that you have them.
If children and adults alike in your “inner circle” of family and friends don’t know to ask, you will be able to avoid as least some of the conflicts and hard feelings that might occur if they know you have a stockpile of such luxurious items and are refusing to give them away when they are so desperately needed for bartering purposes.