Become Effectively Self-Reliant — Learn Practical AI Now

Information volume

AI can scan, summarize, and compare dozens of pages in seconds so you can act quickly — with sources you can check.

Skill compounding

Basic skills — writing good prompts, asking follow-ups, checking sources — compound into career and life leverage fast.

Local advantage

Use AI to surface Nova Scotia programmes, benefits, and Church resources in minutes instead of weeks of phone calls.

1) Create a free ChatGPT account

Step-by-step signup on desktop or mobile.

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2) Prompting basics

How to ask clearly, set constraints, and iterate.

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3) Agentic Ai

Giving Ai a task can be a huge time saver

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Employment

1. Targeted job hunt: “Act as a Nova Scotia job coach. I live in [your town], have experience in [field], and can work [schedule]. Find 10 current roles in NS that match, using Job Bank and Nova Scotia Works. For each: link, salary range, key requirements, and a 4-bullet tailored pitch.”
2. Résumé upgrade: “Rewrite my résumé for [role] following Canadian norms. Use measurable bullets and a 2-line summary. Then give an ATS-friendly plain-text version.”
3. Interview prep: “Create a mock interview for [role] in Halifax. 12 behavior questions using the STAR method. After my answer, critique and suggest a stronger version.”

Education & skills

1. NSCC pathways: “Map 3 fastest NSCC program paths from my current skills to a job paying ≥ [target]/yr in Halifax. Include program length, admission notes, typical starting wages, and links.”
2. Funding: “List grants/loans for Nova Scotia residents starting school this year. Include NS Student Assistance and Canada Student Grants with eligibility and deadlines. Give a 6-step application checklist.”
3. Self-reliance courses (Church): “Summarize current Church self-reliance groups relevant to [employment/education/personal finance]. Provide how to enroll and what I need before the first meeting.”

Financial self-reliance

1. Household budget: “Build a zero-based budget for a family in [city] with net monthly income $X. Use NS costs for rent, utilities, transit, and food. Output a simple table plus a one-page plan to cut expenses by 10%.”
2. Debt plan: “Compare snowball vs avalanche for these balances [list] at [rates]. Show payoff dates and total interest saved. Give a weekly checklist and a printable 1-page tracker.”
3. Benefits check: “List provincial and federal benefits I may qualify for as a Nova Scotia resident with [household size] and [income]. Provide links and a 10-minute ‘first steps’ plan.”

Emotional & spiritual self-reliance

1. Daily reset: “Create a 15-minute morning routine blending prayer/scripture study, a short walk in [neighbourhood], and a 3-line journal. Provide printable checklist and 7 rotating scripture themes.”
2. Stress plan: “Draft a 2-week plan to reduce anxiety using brief, evidence-based techniques I can do at home. Include Nova Scotia helplines and community supports I can contact if needed.”
3. Service & connection: “Find 5 volunteer opportunities within 20 km of [postal code] this month that fit a 2-hour block on weeknights. Include options via JustServe or local community listings.”

1) Give context

“You are my Nova Scotia job coach. I am 35, switching from retail to healthcare support, located in Dartmouth.”

2) Set the task

“Create a 2-week plan and 10 roles to apply for. Include links, requirements, and a tailored cover paragraph.”

3) Demand verifiability

“Cite sources with working links. If unsure, say so. Ask three clarifying questions before proceeding.”

Life Help

LDS self reliance resources.

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Self-Reliance Media

Short videos on education, better work, finances, and more.

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