We certainly aren’t prepped, because we never could afford to be.

You have to start somewhere and most critical is your food supply, Each time you shop for groceries add a couple non-expensive items to build up your stores. It helps greatly if you already know how to cook as that will let you get the most from what you have on hand. If you don't know how that must be your #1 priority starting today. 1000's of vids on Bitchute, Odysee, Rumble, & YouTube to learn from, that's how I did it.

You don't need to put back expensive MREs or 5 gallon prepper buckets to get by. Nearly all canned food is 3+ year dated, many 5+, and they will last twice that if kept in a cool area. Many vids on what types are best (avoid green beans unless you like squishy food) and how to use them. But the best part is that most of these are under $1 each. You'd be surprised how quickly you can stack up a 3 week suppy then a 3 month supply if you add a few things each time you market. And shop around. In my area one market has black beans for $0.77 and another @ $1.49. The difference one being store brand and the other name brand.

And the other thing is get a garden going even if it's just a few pots on your porch. What makes canned goods enjoyable is if you have fresh ingredients to go with them. Tomatoes, peppers & cukes easy and bush types will all grow in pots. While your at it, look for old cookbooks especially ones centered on "one-pot" or crockpot meals. Canned food excels in these. The main thing to keep in mind when you don't have extra funds. That is, you can still play the game but you have to play it differently. I've been there, several times over the years. Cannot fully convey how much stress was lifted when I learned how to cook and as a bonus I eat more healthy now.