12+ ‘expectations’ Writing Prompts
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Imaginary Worlds
Develop a fictional setting, complete with its unique rules, reality laws, and cultures.
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Forbidden Love
In your novel, create a romantic relationship that’s prohibited due to social norms or personal circumstances.
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Learning from Failure
Reflect on a time when you failed or struggled in school and what it taught you.
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The Paradox of Freedom
Explore the idea of ‘freedom.’ Can we ever be truly free or are we always restrained by our own instincts and societal expectations?
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New Path Endeavors
Write about a time you chose a different career aspiration than your family’s wishes or expectations.
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A Letter to My Future Self
Write a letter to your future self as a single parent, discussing hopes, fears, and expectations.
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Generational Gap
Write about a time when the generational gap between you and your parents or grandparents became apparent.
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The Pillars of Dream Family
Identify five core principles around which your dream family would revolve. Write about the significance of these principles and how they uphold your dream family.
