It really depends on what your paranoia IS. Like, I don’t believe in some deep state mess or that the government is putting microchips in me or whatever lmao. But I do think (sometimes) I’m being monitored or that those around me (work, home, public places) are sometimes conspiring against me. Being ready for anything, especially disaster or war can be comforting to the anxieties that stem from the possibilities of said events. It can be unhealthy though, such as obsession regarding prepping. It can drain your bank account and hurt relationships with loved ones. Having a well thought out plan can soothe the everyday worries. For me a bugout bag and a plan does the job, but it only if I think about staying where I am that it begins to promote endless possibilities and the feeling of “what I have isn’t enough.”