85+ ‘Cope’ Writing Prompts
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The Lion King’s Heir
Imagine if Simba had a second cub, who was not destined to be king or queen. How would this character…
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Pirates of Neverland
Imagine if Captain Jack Sparrow lands in Neverland. How would he cope with the Lost Boys and the Pirates, and…
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Judges Judged
Create a fanfic where regular participants of a reality shows switch roles with the judges.
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Gods Among Us
Imagine, like in ‘American Gods’, that ancient gods and deities live among us, navigating the trials and tribulations of modern…
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Journey of an Isekai Protagonist
Consider the story of a normal person transported to a fantasy anime world and having to become a hero.
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The Fall of a Revered Warrior
Write about the moment Oghren learned of his wife, Branka’s, disappearance and how it changed him.
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Heart’s Song
Delve into the inner psyche of a bard who can only sing true songs that reflect the singer’s innermost feelings…
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Forgotten Melody
Imagine that your Bard character has lost their musical ability and they must find another way to tell stories.
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Time-Tossed Twins
Pen a tale about two twins— one with a tendency for drama and the other for comedy, who switch places…
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First Love’s Agony
Write about a character who is in the throes of their first heartbreak after being rejected by their childhood friend.
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Connecting to Nature
Reflect on a time you had a moment of unity with nature while alone, and how this affected your feelings…
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Conversation with My Future Self
Imagine a dialogue with your future self, asking them how they have comforted themselves through the years.
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Coping Strategies
What strategies have you developed to cope with your chronic illness? How effective have they been?
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Strength in Struggle
Write about the hardest day since your baby was born but emphasize the strength you found to cope.
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Strength in Solitude
Describe a situation in which you felt alone or isolated. Discuss how you overcame that feeling and found strength in…
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Oldest Supporter
Write about the longest sustaining pillar of support in your life. How have they contributed to building your resilience?
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Pills of Perspective
Write a letter to your past self about a negative experience you went through, from your current perspective.
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Journey through Illness
Reflect on a time when you were significantly ill or injured and how it impacted your life.
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Changing Perspectives
Reflect on a time when a major life event drastically altered your perspective.
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Guilt Dissection
Write about a time when you felt guilty, identifying what caused this guilt and how you addressed it.
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Chasing Contentment
Think of a quote that inspires you to find love and contentment within yourself. Reflect on how you can apply…
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Reminder of Resilience
Recall a past event or situation where you successfully coped with stress or anxiety.
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Designing Emotional Shield
Describe a metaphorical shield that can protect your emotional well-being. How does it look? How does it work? How does…
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Rewriting History
Imagine a scenario where you didn’t cope well with adversity and rewrite it showing your resilience.
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Finding Strength
Write about a time in your life when you had to be strong even when it was difficult.
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Letters to Social Anxiety
Write a letter to your social anxiety, express your frustrations, understanding, and the resolution to cope with it.
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Discovering Your Strengths
List your strengths and describe a moment where each one was clearly demonstrated.
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Exploring Triggers
Write a detailed account of a situation or moment that triggered your depression, followed by a reflection and analysis of…
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Self-Compassion Letter
Write a letter of compassion to yourself, discussing your current struggles and how you are proud of dealing with them.
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Summoning Strength
Write about a characteristic or personal attribute that helps you manage or cope with your depression.
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Seeking Solace in Strengths
List ten strengths you possess and explain why these make you capable of dealing with your anxiety.
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Coping Techniques and Their Impact
Write about the various coping mechanisms you’ve used to deal with stress and how effective they were in preventing or…
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Pinpointing Stress Triggers
Write about significant events or situations that cause you stress, focusing on your feelings and reactions.
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Diminishing Social Circles
Write about the emotional impact of a declining social circle as you’ve aged.
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Road Map to Recovery
Write about the measures, paths, and strategies you’ve adopted to cope with depression.
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Hidden in Humor
Write about a character who uses humor as a defense mechanism to cope with their depression.
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Feeling Dissect
Describe an intense emotional moment you have experienced and dissect it into separate elements.
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Confronting Anxiety Triggers
Write about a situation that triggers your anxiety and how you react to it.
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The Safety Net
Identify your safe spaces and people – the individuals, places, or things that help you cope with anxiety.
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In the Safe Zone
Write about a place, real or imagined, where you feel completely safe and insulated from your anxieties.
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The Fear Journal
Make a list of your fears, then for each fear, write a hypothetical situation where you successfully cope with it.
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Mapping Your Anxiety
Create a map of your experiences with anxiety, marking ‘landmarks’ of specific instances or triggers.
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Safe Space Visualization
Create a detailed written visualization of your ‘Safe Space’. How does it look, smell, feel? How do you feel when…
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Anxiety Scale
Write about a recent anxiety on a scale of 1-10. Explain why you chose this number and how it affected…
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Apocalypse Diary
Craft a day-by-day account of the world coming to an end from the perspective of one individual.
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Lost in Translation
Narrate an experience where you struggled with language or cultural barriers during your travels.
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Table for One
Write a story where the protagonist spends the holidays alone and creates a novel and meaningful way to celebrate.
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The Fallen Hero
Write about a beloved superhero who loses their powers and must find a way to continue protecting their city.
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Rise of The Everyman
Imagine a scenario where an ordinary person acquires superpowers and must navigate the sudden change.
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Incantation Incidents
Imagine a scenario where a group of friends unknowingly performs a spell that summons an ancient mystical being.
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Apocalyptic Aftermath
Imagine a world post-global disaster and describe the daily life of someone trying to survive.
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Blizzard Bound
A historical fiction about people stranded in a locomotive during a fierce snowstorm in the 1800s.
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Unbound Shadows
Write a short piece about a character who can manipulate and control shadows but the power becomes a burden.
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Life after the Lights
Write about a world suffering the aftermath of a complete technological blackout.
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Shadow of the Unknown
Write a story revolving around a character that becomes terrified of darkness after an unknown tragic event.
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Monsters from the Mists
Invent a monstrous creature that steps out from the fog. How do your characters react?
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Journey to an Unknown World
Imagine a protagonist who accidentally stumbles upon a hidden world, rich with untold mysteries and dazzling wonders.
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Lost at Sea
Imagine you are stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. Describe your first day and the steps you take…
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Strangers in a Capsule
Write about two strangers who meet on a spaceship sent on a long voyage to colonize a new planet.
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The Loneliest Astronaut
Imagine you are the last astronaut left in space. Describe a day in your life.
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A Fresh Reality
What if when you woke up tomorrow, the world was entirely different but only you remembered the old reality. How…
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Character Immersion
If you could live a day in the life of any fictional movie or TV character, who would it be…
