122+ ‘Contemplation’ Writing Prompts
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Religious Zombies
Envision zombies retaining their religious beliefs, essentially becoming religious zombies.
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The Old Human vs The New Human
Imagine a world where the surviving humans evolve, giving birth to a new species while the ‘old’ humans struggle to…
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October Sky Wishes
Compose a letter about the hopes and dreams you would whisper to the stars in October’s night sky.
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Climate Change Chronicles
Write a document from the perspective of a climate change survivor 50 years from now.
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Climate Change and Future Generations
Write about your concerns for future generations in the face of ongoing climate change.
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Earth Day Promise
Write a letter to Mother Earth, detailing what you promise to do to take care of the planet.
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Unseen Wonders
Write about an aspect of Earth’s natural wonder that often goes unnoticed or undervalued.
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The Disappearing Idol
Craft a tale where a beloved celebrity suddenly disappears and a worldwide manhunt ensues.
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Puppy Love vs. True Love
Write a tale that contrasts a superficial high school relationship with a deep, emotionally charged one.
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The Wishing Well
Imagine you stumble upon a magical wishing well that can grant any three wishes, write about what you would wish…
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A Drop in the Desert
Imagine living in an area facing severe water scarcity and describe your day-to-day life.
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Reflections on Time
Choose Robert Frost’s ‘Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening’ and convert it into a narrative piece.
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Disappearing Devotion
Explore a scenario where one partner in a romantic relationship begins to forget the other due to a mysterious inexplicable…
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The Virtue of Patience
Recall a moment when you had to practice patience, even when it was challenging. Discuss how it impacted the situation…
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Harvest Moon Blessings
Write about an experience under an October Harvest Moon. Was it a solitary contemplation or a shared moment?
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The Idea Adventure
Embark on an imaginary journey to discover new prompt ideas. Describe your voyage, the terrain you traverse, and the ideas…
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Existential Superheroes
What is the purpose of a superhero’s existence beyond fighting crime and defending the innocent?
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Gems of Divination
Imagine a land where crystals hold the power to show future possibilities, but also the risk of misinterpretation.
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Clockwork Heart
Describe a world where emotions are regulated by clockwork devices implanted at birth.
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Sanctuaries in Nature
Choose a quiet place in nature that you find spiritually inspiring and describe it in detail.
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Second Chances
Write about a moment in your life that you wish you could revise, and how you imagine things would be…
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The Turning Point
Identify a critical turning point in your year and explore how it redirected your path.
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Illumination of Thoughts
Light a candle during Earth Hour and describe your thought process with the flicker of the flame.
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Rebuilding Trust
Write about how heartbreak has affected your ability to trust, and the steps you’re taking to rebuild it.
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Invisible Threads
Create a narrative that explores a world connected by invisible threads that only a few can see and manipulate.
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Reverence of the Hearth
Write a detailed narrative about a quiet winter evening spent by the hearth, basking in the glow of the fire.
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An Old Tale, A New World
Translocate a classic Easter tradition into a futuristic, technologically advanced setting.
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Fireplace Contemplations
Describe a solitary evening spent by a crackling fireplace, thinking about the year that just ended.
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Socializing and Solitude
Discuss the balance between interacting with others and having alone time during the holidays and how you plan to readjust…
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Guardian of the Island
Write about a hermit living on a secluded island who holds an ancient secret.
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Climate Change Contemplation
Express your standpoint on climate change, its causes, effects, and potential solutions.
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Understanding Human Rights
What specific human right do you feel most passionate about, and why is it important to you?
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Technological Advances in Military
Express your feelings about the impact of technology on military actions and its implications.
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Neighborhood Adventures
Describe an unforgettable adventure/exploration in your neighborhood during the summer.
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A Place of Comfort
Describe a place that makes you feel secure and explain why it has such a calming effect on you.
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Journey of Self Discoveries
Reflect on the most important self-discoveries you made about yourself this year.
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The Last Case
Construct a narrative about an aging detective working on solving the very first crime they were assigned but failed to…
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Discovering the December Light
Write about an instance where you found light (physical or metaphorical) in the darkest month of the year.
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Underneath the Surface
Narrate a tale where a seemingly insignificant decision causes significant conflict.
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The Life of a Pet Rock
Write from the perspective of a pet rock, detailing its observations and thoughts through its life journey.
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Reflections on Earth Day significance
Reflect on why Earth Day is important to the world and yourself.
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Pledge to the Pen
Create a solemn pledge to your writing, discussing why it’s important, what you hope to gain and how you plan…
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Personal Time Capsule
Write an entry for a time capsule to be opened in 50 years, explaining this present moment.
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Revolutionary War Hero
You are a hero of the Revolutionary War. Write about your experiences and how you contributed to the cause.
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Celebrating Kindness
Reflect on a moment that someone showed you unexpected kindness in the past year.
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Lost in the Cemetery
Describe a lost traveler’s journey navigating an abandoned, foggy cemetery at midnight.
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Temperature’s Tale
Imagine if the Earth could speak, write a dialogue between Earth and its inhabitants regarding the rising global temperatures.
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The Last Polar Bear
Write a heart-wrenching narrative through the eyes of the last polar bear in the Arctic.
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Cookie Philosophy
Write a cheerful narrative as if you were a Christmas cookie observing your own creation and eventual consumption.
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Crypto Mystery
You have just inherited a digital wallet of unknown cryptocurrencies from a mysterious benefactor. What happens next?
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Cliffs of Moher Contemplation
Describe standing on the edge of the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most famous landmarks.
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Unheroic Means to Heroic Ends
Imagine a scenario where a superhero uses questionable methods to achieve a greater good.
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Lifetime Supply of Chocolate Eggs
What if you discovered an Easter egg that never ran out of chocolate? How would your life change?
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Silent Pandemic
As a new pandemic sweeps the globe silently affecting people’s minds, a psychologist races against time trying to find a…
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Festival Farewells
Write about the final night of Dia de las fallas, when all the sculptures are set ablaze.
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Communication Barriers
Write about a civilization that coexists with invisible entities but can only communicate through indirect means.
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Hot Chocolate Thoughts
Imagine sitting alone in a cafe watching the snowfall, with a hot chocolate in hand – use this scene to…
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Book of Values
Create a list of your core values and write on each representing a chapter in a book.
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Past, Present, Future
Write about what you were doing this exact day one year ago, today and what you hope to be doing…
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Reflections on Solitude
Write about a time you spent in solitude and how it impacted your spiritual perspective.
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December Reflections
Reflect on the year gone by as you sit by the window on a chilly December night, hot cocoa in…
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Frost on the Windowpane
Describe an early January morning scene viewed through a frost-covered window.
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Pilgrimage Promises
Imagine you are taking a pilgrimage journey on St. David’s Day. What would be your purpose and what might you…
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Fireplace Musings
Describe the quiet musings that dance through your mind as you stare into a calmly crackling fireplace.
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Leaves of Wisdom
Each fall leaf is an ancient being that has observed the world from its tree, write their story.
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Winter’s Silent Whisper
Write about a solitary winter night during your travel and how it made you reflect.
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The Cowardly Hero
Compose a story depicting a protagonist who is branded a hero, but in fact is terrified of everything.
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Reflections in Photography
Imagine taking a photograph of a rain shower, detail the elements of your perfect snapshot.
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Home Office Blues
Discuss how setting up your home office was a challenge, and how you made it work for you.
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Transgalactic Voyage
Describe an intergalactic journey in a futuristic ship, detailing new found civilizations, and hurdles faced through unknown space terrains.
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Quantum Ghosts
In a world where technology has advanced to harness quantum energy, people start seeing echoes or “ghosts” of their past…
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Ethereal Teachings
You are the ghost of a renowned scholar who wants to share their wisdom posthumously.
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Echoes of the Past
Your protagonist has stumbled across a forgotten graveyard. What emotions or thoughts does this graveyard evoke?
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Moonlit Fantasies
Craft a tale centered on a romance between a fandom character and a mythological creature.
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Hidden Humanity
Create a narrative where Peter Hale is reformed and becomes a father figure to Scott and his pack.
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The Survival of the Chasind
Put yourself in the shoes of a Chasind, trying to survive in the harsh Wilds.
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Idol Struggles and Triumphs
Imagine an Anime Idol character struggling with their music career and personal life.
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From Fear to Triumph
Choose a personal fear, current or past, and elaborate on it. Discuss the steps you took to overcome this fear…
