The Parallel University Library

This collection of articles and resources spans each of the 5 Pillars of self-reliance. From the foundational elements of investing to resilience to how to create goals and stick to them.

Renee Gorman then interviews Richard Krohn, author of The Parallel University about what young people need to know about today’s society and how to secure your financial future.
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October 3, 2023

Creating societal change through teaching goal setting

The ultimate purpose of the National Day, for example, will be for young people to set goals that they believe are important to help inspire, motivate and support them rise above their circumstances on the path to self-reliance.
October 3, 2023

What is Self-Reliance?

Self-reliance is defined as the ability to rely on oneself and one's own abilities, rather than relying on others or external resources. It is the ability to be self-sufficient and independent, both emotionally and financially.
October 3, 2023

The 5 Pillars of Self-Reliance

The 5 Pillars provide an excellent guide for developing educational resources and experiences for helping young people become self-reliant.
October 2, 2023

The Self-Reliance Matrix

A self-reliance matrix is a tool that can help individuals, in this case young people, assess their level of self-reliance and identify areas for improvement.