288+ ‘Compassion’ Writing Prompts
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Easter’s Three Messages
Write about the themes of death, resurrection, and new life as they relate to Easter.
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Kindness Echoes
Write about a time when someone showed you kindness and how this inspired you to pass it on to others.
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Champion of Change
Pen a speech you would give if you were an important leader or an activist trying to make a positive change in society.
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Judging or Understanding?
Think of someone whose actions you disagree with. Can you write a story that explores what might have led them to act that way?
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New to Town
Imagine a new student joins your class. Write about how you would make them feel welcome.
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The Loneliest Heart
Create a heartfelt picture book about a lonely heart finding friendship on Valentine’s Day.
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Santa Claus’ Self-Reflection
Write a journal entry as Santa Claus, contemplating the joys and challenges of his annual gift-giving duties.
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Unseen Casualty
Document a day in the life of a nurse or medic in a war hospital during the World War era.
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My Own Little Alien
Imagine if you discovered a tiny alien in your backyard. Describe what it looks like and how you would take care of it.
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The Love Note to Yourself
Write a heartfelt love letter to yourself, focusing on your strengths, achievements, and what you appreciate about yourself.
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The Mysterious Woodland Creature
Write a fairy-tale about encountering a magical woodland creature that no one has ever seen.
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Affectionate Assassin
Craft a story where a compassionate male nurse is accused of being a serial killer.
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Power of Kindness
Write a story involving a time when someone showed kindness to you or when you showed kindness to others.
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Lonely Valentine’s
Your pet notices that you’re spending Valentine’s Day alone. How do they comfort you?
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Circle of Kindness
Begin each line with “I can be kind by…”, brainstorm ways in which you can be kind to others.
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Empathy Surge
Write about a superhero who doesn’t possess super strength or fast speed, but rather an intense level of empathy.
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Defending the Beast
Outline a story in which your hero protects a feared or misunderstood creature from harm or prejudice.
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Pet for Christmas
Narrate an incident where a stray animal finds its way to your home on a Christmas day.
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Journey of Thankfulness
Imagine life without a specific privilege you have and express your gratitude for it.
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Superkid Lifesaver
What if you wake up one day with superpowers? How would you use your powers to help others?
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Love Letter to Self
Pen a heartfelt letter to yourself, appreciating your strengths, resilience and accomplishments.
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Walk in My Shoes
Create a detailed narrative where the protagonist magically swaps places with another character leading vastly different lives.
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The Benevolent Monarch
Picture a king or queen who rules not by fear or force, but by love and compassion.
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A Letter to My Old Self
Write a letter filled with compassion and wisdom to your younger self, who has just experienced heartbreak.
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The Gift of Giving
Describe a memorable experience where your family demonstrated kindness or generosity.
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Autumn Loneliness
Write a story about an elderly person sitting alone in a park, observing changes in the fall.
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The Heart of the Outcast
Create a diary entry for a character who feels excluded or different, and detail their feelings and experiences.
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Kindness Counts
Write a story in which a protagonist makes a big difference through a small act of kindness.
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Dear younger me
Write a letter to your younger self and impart the wisdom you’ve gained over the years.
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Public Spaces & Identity
Write about how public spaces can be more inclusive of varying sexual orientations and gender identities.
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A Letter to my Broken Heart
Pen a compassionate letter to your own broken heart, acknowledging its pain and the lessons learned.
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February – The Month of Adoration
Imagine February is not just the month of love for couples, but also an enforced month for political leaders worldwide to show compassion.
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Santa’s Pen Pal
Imagine Santa Claus receiving a letter from a child that is not like any other he has ever received. What does it say? How does he respond?
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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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New Kid in Town
Report on the arrival of a new student in the class, detailing their first impressions and experiences.
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Revisiting Childhood Fear
Write about a fear you had as a child and investigate the reasons behind that fear.
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Gift of Kindness
Recount a meaningful act of kindness you witnessed or experienced on Christmas Eve.
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The Unexpected Visitor
One evening, an elderly stranger visited your home asking for help. Write their story.
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Kindness Chronicles
Jot down instances where strangers showed you kindness, and how it made you feel.
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Imagine Empathy
Create a story centered around an imaginary friend who’s going through a tough time.
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A Thankful Letter
Write a letter to a person in your past who made a significant difference in your life.
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Hidden Superpower
If you had a hidden superpower that only activated when you’re kind, what would it be?
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Cultivating Compassion
Write a story about a person who shows kindness to someone they initially dislike.
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Dystopian Love’s Victory
Craft a story portraying love flourishing in a dystopian society against all odds.
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The Magical Gift
You received a magical gift that grants you one special power. Describe the power, and how you use it to change the world.
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Unexpected Rescuer
Pen a scene where an enemy Tie Fighter pilot chooses to save an X-wing pilot instead of shooting them down.
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Helping a Stray
Write about a time or an imaginary scenario where you helped a stray or an injured animal.
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Letter of Gratitude
Write a letter to someone who has shown you kindness in the past. Express what you’re grateful for and explain how their actions have made a difference in your life.
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The Kindness Jar
Write about a situation where you had the opportunity to either show kindness or receive it. Describe the situation and the feelings that you experienced.
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Ghost in the Attic
Write a story about someone who discovers a friendly ghost living in their attic.
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Circle of Kindness
Imagine a rule that everyone in the world has to be kind to each other, describe how this rule will change the world.
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Compassionate Community
Describe an instance when you helped someone in your community or when someone helped you.
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Buddha in the Crowd
Describe a situation where you observed suffering and how it made you feel. What did you wish to do?
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Compassionate Pisces
Write about a character whose dominant trait is their compassion, reminiscent of a true Pisces.
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Vampiric Values
Write about a vampire who might be grappling with retaining their human morals despite requiring human blood for survival.
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Talking to Past Self
Write a letter to your younger self, sharing soothing words, advice, or affirmations you wish you could have received back then.
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Pet Adoption Experience
Narrate your experience with adopting a pet. Did you face any challenges? What was the most rewarding part?
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Immigration Opinions
Discuss your stance on immigration policies & rights across the world and where you believe reform is needed.
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Vampire, The Healthcare Provider
Write about a vampire who uses their blood drinking to suck out deadly diseases, serving mankind as a unique healthcare provider.
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Reflections and Aspirations
Reflect on last year’s highs and lows and how they have prepared you for the upcoming year.
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Humanizing Migration
Tell a story from the perspective of an immigrant or refugee, giving your personal opinion on the issue.
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The Wish Granter’s Dilemma
You have the unique ability to grant one wish for anyone in the world, who would you choose and what would you grant them?
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Intangible Love
Craft a romance between a ghost and a human, working around the haunt’s untold story and their desperate need to convey it.
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Understanding Compassion
Write about a time when you felt compassion for someone else. Describe why you felt this way and what actions you took.
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The Altruist’s Chalice
Describe a fabled chalice that amplifies the drinker’s innate kindness and compassion, while diminishing their negative traits.
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Personal Impact of MS
If you or someone you know has multiple sclerosis, share the challenges experienced and how they are handled.
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Invisible Superpowers
If you could have any “invisible” superpower (kindness, courage, etc.), what would it be and how would you use it to help others?
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Elating Mirror Image
Write a letter to yourself highlighting all the qualities you admire about yourself.
