337+ ‘Behavior’ Writing Prompts
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Tavern Talk in the Middle Ages
Write a story centered around a Tavern in the middle ages during times of plague.
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The Human Nature Conundrum
Write a story that delves into what you believe are the intrinsic characteristics of human nature.
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Forgotten Faces
Narrate a dream in which you met someone you don’t recall ever seeing while you’re awake.
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Hidden Motives
Pen a tale about a seasoned detective unable to comprehend the motives behind a perplexing crime scene.
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Grocery Store Chronicles
Write about a typical trip to the grocery store, casting an observational eye on the people and items encountered.
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Facing The Fear
Develop a chapter in which your character has to confront a fear that has haunted them for years.
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Love Me, Love My Dog
Write about a character whose flaw is that they are over-protective of their pet, to the point of isolating themselves from society.
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Out of Character Statement
Start your novel with your protagonist saying or doing something completely out of character.
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The Power of Conviction
Choose a personal belief you are deeply passionate about and describe why it matters to you.
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Witness to History
Choose a significant historical event whether widely known or local, and write a narrative as if you were there to witness it.
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Pathways of Wisdom
Reflect on a piece of wisdom or advice that significantly steered your life’s direction.
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The Fading Eden
Describe an untouched natural place you have visited before it was affected by human intervention.
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The Compassionate Stranger
Tell the story of an act of compassion you’ve witnessed or experienced from a stranger.
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Interview with a Stranger
Describe an encounter with a stranger who piqued your interest. How did the interaction change you, and what did it reveal about society and your place in it?
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Character’s Personal Artifact
Write about an object that carries significant meaning for your character.
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Inner Monologue
Initiate a dialogue with one of your characters. Have them express their secret thoughts and inner feelings.
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“Alien Anthropologists”
Write about alien anthropologists studying Earth and being bewildered by our customs.
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Shifted Shadows
What if your own shadow was a sentient being living in a parallel reality? Write about a day from its perspective.
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Self-Reflection: Growth Over Time
Write about an aspect of your personality or behavior that has drastically changed over the years.
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Reviving Childhood Memories
Reflect on a significant incident from your childhood where something your parents said or did left a lasting imprint on you.
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Untangling Family Conflicts
Detail a memorable family conflict and how it was resolved – or how it wasn’t.
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Culture and Traditions
Describe the customs, traditions, or cultural aspects that are significant in your family.