Copy and paste any prompt into your generative AI assistant (ChatGPT/Gemini/Claude etc)
Change details (e.g. names, topics, age groups) to fit your situation.
Use them as conversation starters – you can always ask “try again”, “give me 3 more ideas”, or “make it simpler”
Think of your generative AI assistant as a coach, not a critic.
When tasks pile up or your brain feels scrambled:
“I have [x tasks] to do today and feel overwhelmed. Can you break them into a step-by-step checklist that feels achievable, and suggest what to do first?”
“I’ve been procrastinating on [task]. Can you give me a gentle plan to get started in a way that doesn’t feel overwhelming?”
“I need a plan for my week. Here are my tasks: [list]. Can you organise them with priorities and include breaks?”
“I’ve forgotten a deadline. Can you help me plan how to catch up without panicking?”
If you find yourself second‑guessing how others might take what you say:
“I’m worried I’ve upset someone with this email. Can you check the tone for kindness and clarity, and make sure it doesn’t sound defensive?”
“I’m anxious about a possible negative reaction to [situation]. Can you roleplay how someone might respond and suggest calm ways I can reply?”
“Can you help me phrase this so it’s confident but not apologetic?”
To reduce stress around planned or unexpected interactions:
“I have a tricky conversation about [topic]. Give me 3 scripts: 1) direct, 2) friendly, 3) formal.”
“Roleplay as the other person and ask me tough questions they might ask, so I can practise.”
“I have a meeting coming up. Help me organise my main points and write 3 thoughtful questions to ask.”
“Help me prepare a 30‑second summary of [idea] so I sound clear and confident.”
When things feel unclear or ambiguous:
“I’m confused about [policy/process]. Explain it simply and give me 3 ways to handle it.”
“I’m stuck on a decision. Ask me one question at a time to help me work out what matters most here.”
“I don’t know where to start with [new project]. Can you help me break it down into 5 steps?”
When emotions run hot:
“I know I’m reacting strongly to [situation]. Can you help me see this from 2–3 perspectives so I can calm down?”
“I want to disagree but stay professional. Draft a way to say it that’s firm but calm.”
“I feel overwhelmed after a stressful day. Can you guide me through a 5‑minute written reflection to let it go?”
“I need to ask for help with [issue] without sounding demanding. Can you draft an email for me?”
“Help me write a sentence to say no politely when I’m already overloaded.”
“I need to request [adjustment/accommodation]. Can you help me phrase it clearly and respectfully?”’
“Please check this email for tone and grammar. I want it to sound warm and professional, but not too casual.”
“Give me three different ways to phrase this sentence so it sounds natural in NZ English.”
“I have a school meeting soon. Help me prepare three clear points and simple questions so I feel confident.”
“Can you roleplay as a colleague and respond to my message, so I can see how it might sound?”
“Can you suggest a short 10‑minute end-of-day routine to help me switch off from school?”
“I want a calm 20‑minute morning routine before school. Give me 5 steps.”
“Suggest three quick after‑school ways to reset when my brain feels fried.”
“I made a mistake and can’t stop thinking about it. Can you help me write three short affirmations to move forward?”
“Give me a balanced perspective on [mistake] so I can put it in context and let it go.”
When you just need ideas:
“I’m planning a lesson on [topic] and need 5 creative ideas to make it engaging for Year [x] students.”
“I feel stuck with how to explain [concept]. Can you give me 3 different approaches?”
“Help me think of alternative solutions to [problem], even out-of-the-box ones.”
Think of starting with:
“I need help to…”
“Can you role play as…”
“Please explain…”
“Ask me questions so that…”
