231+ ‘Belief’ Writing Prompts
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Heavenly Battleground
Consider a world where religious texts predicted the zombie apocalypse and provided ways to combat them.
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Sacred Survival
Write a piece where a religious leader takes charge to guide and protect their community during a zombie apocalypse.
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The Cross-Cultural Encounter
Write a story about a meeting between two people from vastly different cultures.
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Santa Claus – Truth or Fiction
Write a story from the perspective of a child who is trying to figure out if Santa Claus is real.
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The Missing Mascot
In your narrative, bring to life a story about a school mascot that mysteriously disappears on the eve of a big game.
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Self-Sacrificing Antagonists
Create a villain willing to sacrifice themselves for a cause they believe in.
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Miracle on the Ski Slopes
Write as though you have just pulled off a miraculous ski maneuver that everyone believed was impossible.
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Challenging Beliefs
Write about a time when your spiritual or religious beliefs were challenged, and what you learned from the experience.
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Christmas Wish come true
Generate a story about a lonely individual who writes to Santa wishing for love, only to have their love interest come into their lives.
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Relics of the Past
In your fantasy world, ancient artifacts hold the key to its history. Describe one such artifact and the truth it unravels.
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Betrayal’s Shadow
Envision a villain whose evil deeds are a direct result of a profound betrayal by a person they admired or loved.
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Latin American Lore
Craft a story based on the belief in the Chupacabra, a vampiric creature from Latin American folklore often associated with livestock deaths.
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Transylvanian Tribulations
Imagine living in Transylvania during the 15th Century, where tales of powerful vampires are a part of everyday culture.
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Echoes of the Enchanted
Write a story centered around an urban park which acts as a threshold between the human world and the spirit realm.
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Unseen Santa Claus
Imagine you are Santa Claus, what are your challenges and adventures on Christmas Eve?
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Unpopular Opinion
Choose an opinion you hold that is generally unpopular or against the mainstream mindset.
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Puzzle Of The Paranormal
Delve into a haunting mystery that seems inexplicable only to be revealed with a chillingly rational explanation.
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Urban Legend Origins
Write a fictional narrative explaining the creation of a well-known urban legend or myth.
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Fantastic Folklore
Construct a story in which your character visits a foreign city and becomes entrapped in the local folklore.
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Embrace The Imperfection
Analyze a change that seemed unpleasant initially but eventually turned out to be a blessing.
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Quest for Courage
Write a tale about a character going on a seemingly impossible quest that ultimately helps them to discover their own courage.
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Galileo’s Apprentice
You are an apprentice of the infamous astronomer, Galileo Galilei, when he is accused of heresy.
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Unburdening Beliefs
Identify a deeply held belief you are carrying since childhood, examine it critically, and then decide if it’s still serving you.
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Christmas Miracle
Write about a time when something unexpected happened during Christmas that felt miraculous.
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Unexpected Outcomes
Pen a narrative where the underdog assumes victory is impossible, only to end up triumphing in an unexpected way.
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Investigative Obsession
Create a story where a private investigator becomes personally obsessed with a case they have been hired for.
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Mythic Reimagining
Choose a mythological creature from any culture and write a modern day story involving it.
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Cursed Artifact
Craft a story around an artifact that’s supposed to be cursed, and the archaeologist who discovers it.
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Legacy or Loyalty
Design a situation where a superhero is forced to betray a longstanding ally or to defy their inherited moral code.
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Life of a Vigilante
Dive into the psyche of a superhero who operates outside the boundaries of law. Delve into the reasons and philosophy behind their choice to be a vigilante.
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Moral Compromise
Compose a monologue where the superhero grapples with justifying a morally questionable decision.
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Science Fiction Horror
Props a scenario where a group of scientists in a lab make a horrifying discovery.
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From Loss to Victory
Write a story about a team that constantly loses but finally wins a game against all odds.
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Faith Through Crisis
Describe a time when your faith or spirituality was tested during a crisis and how it helped you cope.
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The Nature of Evil
Discuss your beliefs regarding the concept of evil in relation to your spiritual or religious views.
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The Silent Auction
Write a suspenseful story about a series of strange events that begin to unfold in a small town after a mysterious artifact is put up for auction.
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The Righteous Killer
Write a story about a serial killer who believes they are committing murders for a higher purpose.
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Reverse Rags-To-Riches
Write a rags-to-riches success story in which the main character realizes that wealth and fame aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.
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Transformational Journey
Pick a memory that substantially transformed you as an individual and write a detailed account of it.
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Dissecting Negative Beliefs
Identify a negative belief you developed during childhood and explore its origins.
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Frozen Hearts Melted
The ice queen has frozen your favourite Christmas movie characters in time. How would you unfreeze them and restore Christmas joy?
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A New Star in Bethlehem
Imagine if the Star of Bethlehem was a spacecraft. Write a Christmas story from this interesting perspective.
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Blossoming Skills
Select a skill you’ve recently acquired and explain why it’s important to your personal development.
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The Lost Manuscript
Write about a detective who finds a mysterious, unpublished manuscript. However, it may not be exactly what it appears.
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Impact of Conditioning
Reflect on a belief or opinion you held due to societal conditioning and how it changed over time.
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Spectral Therapy
Spin a twisty tale about a psychiatrist who starts treating a ghost, helping it process its death and unfinished business.
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Trace of the Invisible
Write about a role that faith or belief (religious, spiritual or any form) plays in your life.
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Project of the Humbled Heart
Describe an instance where you were wrong about a strongly held belief and acknowledge the role of those who showed you a different perspective.
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Faith Through the Ages
Reflect on how your faith or belief system has evolved as you’ve grown older.
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Doctrines of the Dark Side
Pen a manifesto or a code of conduct for the Sith, detailing their beliefs, values and objectives.
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Latin American Suitcase Ritual
Imagine and illustrate a scene where you partake in Latin America’s suitcase ritual for New Year’s Eve.
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Resolution Transformation
Imagine that a certain resolution has completely changed your life. Describe your new self.
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Spiritual Practices
Write a story set in a precolonisation Native American tribe where the main character is chosen to be a shaman.
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Superhero Adventures
If you were a superhero, what would your powers be and what adventures would you go on?
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The Sentiments of Lovebirds
Imagine a universe where the myth that birds chose their mates on Valentine’s Day is true, from the perspective of one such bird.
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Childhood Innocence or Intuition?
A group of children believe their elderly neighbor is a time-traveling criminal.
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Ghostly Maritime Tales
Create a chilling ghost tale set in the high seas or an abandoned coastal town.
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The Haunting on Main Street
Write about a small town where a series of gruesome murders that occur seem to be tied to the local ghost story.
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Mountain’s Mystique
Write a mythical tale that explains how your favorite mountain range was created.
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Unseen Miracle
Recount a Christmas Eve in your life when a small, unnoticed action led to a big, unexpected blessing.
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North Star Narratives
Imagine a society that makes key decisions based on the movement and appearance of one specific star.
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Nurturing Your Dreams
Describe a personal dream or goal that excites you and the steps you plan to take to make it a reality.
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Childhood Mottos
Think about a phrase or piece of advice that you often heard as a child, explore how it made you feel and its influence.
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Potential Pathfinder
If you could find a solution to any of the world’s problems, which one would you choose and how would you solve it?
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Historical Horror
Write about a dark, supernatural event that takes place in a realistic historical era.
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Spectral Evidence
Imagine being a paranormal investigator who starts receiving tangible, indisputable evidence from a once-dismissive ghost.
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The Relic’s Legacy
The protagonist discovers a relic that reveals a fairy tale is an actual historical document about ancient gods.
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Twist of Fate
Develop a fairy tale where the main character’s actions of kindness or cruelty decides their fate.
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The Lone Wolf Syndrome
Write about a survivalist who willingly isolates himself in the wilderness but encounters a testing situation where collaboration is the only key to survival.
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Folklore Reimagined
Rewrite the history of four-leaf clovers. How would you explain their magical significance in an alternate universe?
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Banished Aristocrat
Explore the life of an aristocrat who, against all odds, joins the revolution after being exiled.
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Druidic Mysteries of Stonehenge
Write a tale showing Stonehenge as the portal to a magical realm, managed by druids living among the ancient Celts.
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Race Against Time – Pompeii
Write a letter as a citizen of Pompeii, describing the day Mount Vesuvius erupted.
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The Double-edged Strength
Your hero’s ultimate ability can also be their greatest weakness. Write a battle scenario where the hero has to face this predicament.
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Pyramids and the Undead
Set a zombie apocalypse in ancient Egypt, where the consternation meets cultural mores of the afterlife.
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Across Time and Space
Craft a story about two lovers separated by great distances, who faithfully communicate through messages in a bottle.
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In a Blink of an Eye
Write about a Cosmic event that occurs in the blink of an eye and is witnessed by one person.
