Reflect upon an imaginary friend, if you had one, from your childhood, and discuss how they impacted your growing years.
Imaginary friends are another unique aspect of childhood that can spur colorful narratives of innocence, creativity, and companionship. If you’ve ever had one, use this prompt to detail everything about this unseen friend – their appearance, personality traits, your interactions with him/her, and why you think s/he came into existence. Consider how having an imaginary companion contributed to your emotional and social development, and what it reveals about your young self’s needs, imagination, and resilience.
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