1792+ ‘Experience’ Writing Prompts
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Fractured Bonds
Write about a character whose relationships undergo drastic changes due to the zombie apocalypse.
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Winning the Podrace
Write about the thrilling and dangerous experience of Anakin winning the high-speed and adrenaline-packed podracing.
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5. From Ordinary to Executive
Overnight, your high school protagonist finds themselves promoted to a high-stakes executive position.
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Finding Courage in Failure
Write about a moment of your life when you failed. Detail the experience, your feelings at that time, and how you overcame it.
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The Doctor’s Handwriting
Recall an experience with a doctor and the prescription they left you with.
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The Fall from Inside
Write from the perspective of a Jedi who becomes disillusioned with the Jedi Order and chooses to leave.
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Lesions of Love
Write a short story about a person dealing with heartbreak and turning it into their strength.
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Gravity Gone
Imagine waking up one day and discovering that gravity no longer exists – write about your experience.
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Gratitude Through Volunteering
Write about the experience of doing a volunteering work; what did you do, who did you help, and how did you feel after that. Explore the aspects that made you grateful.
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Moving Miles
Write about a time when you had to move to a new home or a new school and your feelings associated with it.
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Lessons Learnt from a Challenge
Remember a challenging experience you encountered and describe how it changed you or what it taught you.
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Triumph Over Trials
Describe a time when you overcame a significant challenge in your life, detailing the process and emotions you experienced.
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Humbling Experiences
Reflect on a moment when you felt truly humbled, and detail the lessons you learned from it.
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Life’s Defining Moment
Write about a time when you faced a challenging situation and how it reshaped your perspective on life.
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Marvel at the Grand Canyon
Craft a story centered around your first impression of the Grand Canyon, your expectations versus the reality.
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Adventure in the Amazon Rainforest
Write about an adventure through the Amazon Rainforest. What animals do you see? What plants do you encounter? How does the experience change you?
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Scaling the Eiffel Tower
Write a detailed story about climbing up the Eiffel Tower, including the sights, sounds, and emotions you might experience.
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Living During a Pandemic
Write about your experience living during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has changed your daily life.
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Diving into Da Vinci
Imagine you’ve jumped into one of Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings; describe your experience.
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Echoes of My Lonesome Spirit
Write a letter to your solitude, expressing your feelings and the effect of this solitude on your life.
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Journeys and Turning Points
Write about a journey or a turning point in your life and the insights it provided.
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Life as a Child on the Oregon Trail
What would life be like if you were a child traveling on the Oregon Trail towards the West in the 19th century?
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Time-Traveling to Ancient Egypt
Suppose you’ve been magically transported back to ancient Egypt during the reign of Pharaohs.
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Sun-drenched Memories
Create a narrative centering on a poignant memory indemnified by the vivid, warm glow of a summer sun.
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Mapping My Emotional Landscape
Examine a recent emotional experience and dissect it to understand your reactions and feelings.
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Christmas Morning Traditions
Describe a unique Christmas morning tradition in your home and its significance.
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Anticipation on Christmas Morning
Describe the experience of waiting to open presents on Christmas morning, and the rush of expectation.
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First Christmas Morning Away From Home
Narrate the experience of your first Christmas morning away from home, and how it made you feel.
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Christmas Morning Through A Child’s Eyes
Write from the perspective of a child as they experience the magic and anticipation of Christmas morning.
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Star-gazing Adventure
You are camping and watching the starry sky. Suddenly you notice something unusual. Write about your experience.
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Remarkable Teacher Ruminations
Detail a relationship you had with a teacher who significantly shaped your school experience.
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Life Beneath November Rain
Write a story about a non-human organism and their experience of November Rain.
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Choosing Pathways
Write about the time you had to make a big decision regarding your high school path—academics, electives, activities, or friends.
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Family Traditions Revealed
Write about a specific family tradition and its significance in your life.
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Our Family Traditions
Elucidate a memorable family tradition that holds a significant place in your heart.
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Nature Journaling
Write about your observations of nature, whether it’s a patch of wildflowers, a bird’s nest, or a worm crawling in the rain.
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Take Their Place
Imagine that you have been given the opportunity to experience your co-worker’s job for one day. Write about your experience and the new appreciation you gained.
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The Favorite Kindergarten Subject
Describe your favorite subject in kindergarten and why you enjoy it.
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My Ultimate Recess Experience
Describe your preferred play activity during recess and why you enjoy it.
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Echoes of First Love
Recount your first love experience and how it affected your perception of love and relationships.
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Climate Change Chronicles
Write about experiencing a natural disaster or a significant change in your immediate environment due to climate change.
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Cupid: The Early Years
Write about Cupid’s life and adventures before he became the well-known God of Love.
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Elf Chronicles
Become an elf stationed at the North Pole, writing a letter back home about their experience working in Santa’s workshop.
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The Journey to the Easter Basket
Write about an Easter egg’s anxious wait and secret journey from the dyeing table to the lush Easter basket.
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Beast’s Transformation
Craft a narrative about a mythical beast who was once a human, now cursed and seeking to return to its original form.
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Fairy’s Flight
Write about the world and its marvels from the perspective of a tiny fairy who has just learned to fly.
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Unexpected Gifts
Write about an instance where you unexpectedly received something that had a profound impact on you.
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A Special Meal
Write about a meal that is particularly memorable because of the place, the people, or the event that transpired.
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Dystopia Within Utopia
Write a story in a society that appears to be a utopia on the surface, but underneath, it controls and suppresses its citizens in horrifying ways.
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Environmental Plays
Write a fight sequence where the environment is heavily involved and the superheroes use the surroundings to their advantage.
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The Android’s Grief
What happens when an AI goes through the process of grieving? Write a short story illustrating this phenomenon.
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Yuletide Serenades
Describe an experience where you or someone else in your circle embraced the tradition of singing carols during Christmas.
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The Green Transformation
Recount how you immersed yourself in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit by turning yourself ‘green’.
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Pots of Tradition
Discuss a St. Patrick’s Day tradition you observe every year and narrate your experience of keeping it alive.
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Frontline Journal
Step into the shoes of a solider and pen a diary entry chronicling one day at the frontline.
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Winter Camping Expedition
Narrate your hypothetical experience of a winter camping trip in a snowy forest.
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The High Stakes Sledding Race
Imagine being a participant in an impromptu neighborhood sledding race; what would your experience be?
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Historical Parade
Imagine that you are attending the first-ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade and document your experience.
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Parade Perspective
Write about observing the St. Patrick’s Day Parade from two different vantage points.
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Green Festival Decor
Write about decorating your home with green decor for St. Patrick’s Day. How does this tradition make you feel?
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The Resurrection Monologues
Create a monologue from the perspective of Jesus after his resurrection.
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Discovering Earth’s Beauty
Write about a natural wonder you have visited, using detailed description to transport your readers.
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Unseen Adaptations
Pen a narrative focused on an alien species that mostly communicates or senses the world in a way humans cannot.
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Mysterium Tremendum
Describe an experience where you had a sense of the ‘Mysterium Tremendum’—the overwhelming mystery and awe associated with the divine.
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Challenging Beliefs
Write about a time when your spiritual or religious beliefs were challenged, and what you learned from the experience.
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Finding Faith
Explore the moment when you first truly felt connected to your religion or spiritual beliefs.
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Reality Splitters
Write a story about a group of friends who accidentally split their town into multiple quantum realities.
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Supernatural New Year’s Eve
Create a narrate about characters from the spiritual realm watching or participating in New Year’s Eve celebrations.
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First Day Nerves
Write about a memorable ‘first day’ experience – your first day of school, work, or any new environment.
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Irish Road Bowling Excitement
Write a personal narrative about participating in a game of Irish Road Bowling, detailing the incredible highs and lows of the sport.
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Journey of a Gaelic Football
Write a story from the perspective of a Gaelic football, experiencing a high-intensity match.
