21+ ‘Breakup’ Writing Prompts
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The Heartbreak
Write about a high school breakup, revealing the emotions, the fallout, and the lessons learned.
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Through the Eyes of a Friend
Describe a best friend’s perspective on the aftermath of your character’s breakup.
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From Break-Up to Friendship
Write a story where a couples’ breakup leads them to a stronger friendship.
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Echoes of Love
Write about a breakup that occurred in the past and how it echoes into your character’s present.
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Snowstorm Farewell
Write about a couple who breaks up during a snowstorm, and how it reflects their relationship.
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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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Music of my Heart
Create a playlist of songs that capture your feelings post-breakup, then write about why you chose these songs.
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Riding the Rollercoaster
Describe your emotional journey since the breakup as if it has been a thrilling theme park ride.
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Fresh Start
Write a positive letter to your future self, detailing the things you hope to achieve now that you are moving forward.
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Post-Breakup Soundtrack
Compile a playlist that reflects your emotional journey post-breakup and write about how each track resonates with you.
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Lost Adoration
Write about an intense breakup, focusing not on your pain, but on the beauty of the love that was lost.
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Revival Post Breakup
Describe the process of rediscovering self-love and self-worth after a heartbreak.
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Changing Perspectives
Reflect on a time when a major life event drastically altered your perspective.
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Resilient You
Write about your resilience in times of adversity, exploring how you overcame a challenging time in your life.
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Blueprint of Ideal Relationship
Imagine your perfect relationship and describe it. What would this relationship look like, feel like, and how would you grow within it?
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Your Letter of Self-Love
Write a letter to yourself expressing love, assuring you’ll take care of your emotional and physical well-being.
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Mapping Emotional Journey
Chart out your emotions pre-breakup, during the breakup, and post-breakup.
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Reflecting on the Relationship
Write about your relationship, highlighting its highs and lows, and discuss what you learned from it.
