Bearing Loss

Write a story in which your protagonist loses something or someone significant, and must learn to live in a world that’s irrevocably changed.

This prompt promotes exploration of profoundly raw human emotions that emerge with loss. Be it a material loss, relationship loss, or loss of the self; every form of loss initiates a powerful journey through grief, acceptance, and growth. Consider how your protagonist processes their emotions, how they confront new realities, and how they rebuild a life after loss.