What Your First Aid Kit Says About You
First aid kits—everyone should have one, but what’s in yours says more about you than you’d think. Believe it or not, that box of Band-Aids in your bathroom cabinet might reveal your inner personality. Are you a minimalist? An over-preparer? A DIY daredevil? Let’s dive into the hilarious (but sometimes horrifying) truths about what your first aid kit says about you—and what should actually be in there.
1. The Minimalist
Your kit contains:
One Band-Aid (the last of the box from 2014).
A stick of gum.
A safety pin (you’re not sure why).
Personality Diagnosis: You’re the person who thinks, “Eh, it’ll never happen to me.” Your idea of being prepared is just hoping for the best. That gum? Maybe it’s for morale.
Reality Check: Emergencies aren’t minimal. At the very least, add some antiseptic wipes, a roll of gauze, and a few different-sized bandages. Gum won’t help with a cut—unless you’re planning to chew it into some kind of makeshift glue (please don’t).
2. The Overprepared
Your kit contains:
A defibrillator.
Freeze-dried meals for two weeks.
A survival knife with 12 gadgets.
A zombie survival manual.
Personality Diagnosis: You live by the motto, “Better safe than sorry.” You’re ready for anything—apocalypse, alien invasion, or that paper cut your coworker just got.
Reality Check: While your preparedness is impressive, a first aid kit should focus on, well, first aid. You don’t need an entire survival bunker in your glove box. Swap the manual for a first aid guide and trade the freeze-dried meals for some aspirin and medical tape. Or...keep it all and be prepared to receive a minimalist or 12.
3. The DIYer
Your kit contains:
Duct tape.
Super glue.
A pocketknife.
A half-empty bottle of whiskey.
Personality Diagnosis: You’re a creative problem-solver, and your motto is, “If it moves and it shouldn’t, duct tape it.” You probably also think whiskey is the answer to everything.
Reality Check: While duct tape and super glue might work in a pinch, they’re no substitute for actual medical supplies. And that whiskey? It’s not a disinfectant (no matter what old Westerns told you). Add sterile bandages, antiseptic ointment, and a pair of tweezers to your kit—your future self will thank you.
4. The Reluctant Organizer
Your kit contains:
A pre-made first aid kit (still in its shrink wrap).
A flashlight with dead batteries.
A pair of gloves, but one’s missing.
Personality Diagnosis: You bought the kit because someone told you to, but you’ve never actually opened it. You’re prepared on paper but not in practice.
Reality Check: A first aid kit only works if you know what’s in it and how to use it. Open that kit, check the expiration dates, and replace the batteries. It’s okay to start small, but active preparation beats passive procrastination.
5. The Barely-There™ Traveler
Your kit contains:
A roll of tape.
A crumpled tissue.
Aspirin… loose, at the bottom of the bag.
Personality Diagnosis: You’re always on the go, and planning ahead isn’t your thing. You’re the person who’ll tear a strip of tape off your luggage to use as a bandage.
Reality Check: Even a portable first aid kit can do better than this. Toss in travel-sized essentials: a few bandages, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, and a small tube of antibiotic ointment. You’ll thank yourself the next time you’re stuck on a hike with a blister.
What Should Actually Be in Your First Aid Kit
Regardless of your personality type, a good first aid kit should include:
Assorted bandages (different sizes).
Gauze pads and medical tape.
Antiseptic wipes or solution.
Tweezers and scissors.
Disposable gloves.
Pain relievers (like ibuprofen or aspirin).
A CPR face shield.
A first aid manual.
Final Thought: Upgrade Your Kit, Save the Day
Your first aid kit is more than just a collection of stuff—it’s a tool to keep you prepared for life’s unexpected moments. So whether you’re a minimalist, over-preparer, or something in between, take a few minutes to upgrade your kit today. You don’t need a zombie manual… but you do need to be ready to save the day.
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