21+ ‘Denial’ Writing Prompts
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Guardian of ‘NO’
Track back times when asserting a strong ‘NO’ became your shield. Identify situations, thoughts, and emotions that led to such…
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Superhero Origins
Write a story about an individual discovering the truth about their parent being a masked superhero.
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Exploring your Defense Mechanism
Identify a personal defense mechanism you’ve used, and dissect its origins and effects in your life.
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Eternal Night
Compose a dialogue between two astronauts who have just discovered they will be stuck in space due to a technical…
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Dealing with Denial
Palpable evidence of climate change surrounds you, but your best friend denies it exists. Write about how you would convince…
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The Bitter Betrayal
Craft a tale about a trusted ally turning into a foe and the upheaval it brings into the protagonist’s life.
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Loves Embrace
Write a story where the romantic interest of the protagonist is forced to confront their feelings due to unexpected circumstances.
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Fallen Hero
Write a storyline where your favorite character turns into a walker. How would the group handle the situation?
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Destiny of the Chosen One
Your character learns they are destined to play a major role in stopping an impending disaster or achieving a certain…
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Stages of Grief
Reflect on each stage of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) and how you navigated through them.
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Staring Down the Mirror
Write a monologue using a mirror as a symbol, discovering truths about yourself you’d previously been unaware or in denial…
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The Imaginary Waves
Write a story about a coastal town where the ocean waves are believed to be imaginary, even though they can…
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Unexpected Revelation
Compose a dialogue where a long-held secret is revealed during a casual conversation.
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Grieving Stages in Verse
Compose a poem that relates to one or more stages of grieving, as defined by Kübler-Ross’ model.
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The Last Day of Light
Write about the day when one person recognizes that their society has turned into a dystopia.
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Destined Lovers
Weave a tale of two individuals who feel a compelling yet inexplicable connection the moment they meet.
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Beholding The Abyss
Write about a moment where you faced your own mortality or the inevitability of death.
