I agree, words are nothing without positive actions to back them up. One of the ways we are trying to detach from the systems, is to become the producers of our own needs. Growing food. Knowing where our water comes from. Reusing and recycling. Trading and Bartering. Connecting with neighbours/community. Helping each other. Basically decentralizing everything!
Sounds like you are doing the right thing :) i commend the effort to rely on self not state. While remaining peaceful.