39+ ‘families’ Writing Prompts
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The Sinister Suburb
Picture a seemingly perfect suburb which hides an unsettling undercurrent of dread and horror beneath its lovely façade.
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The Silent Object
Describe a cultural object that has been passed down in your family, and tell its story.
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Cultural Tapestry
Write about a unique cultural tradition your family has and how it has shaped your identity.
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Dinner Table Tales
Capture an important family discussion or argument that happened around the dinner table.
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The Wise Words of Ancestors
Recall a piece of advice or wisdom bestowed upon you by an older family member.
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Overcoming Obstacles Together
Write about a time when your family worked together to overcome a difficult time or achieve a common goal.
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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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Family Job Traditions
Describe any family traditions related to careers and how these have influenced your personal career choices.
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Parental Legacy
Write about the traditions, values, or practices passed down from your parents that you cherish most.
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Learning from the Young
Narrate an incident where your child/children taught you a critical life lesson.
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Bare Necessities
Elucidate on the art of negotiation and compromise within a large family when it comes to shared resources.
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Resilience in Hard Times
Write about a challenging time your family faced and how it brought you all closer.
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Cherished Family Recipe
Record a family recipe that brings you joy, and describe the memories associated with it.
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The Hushed Secrets
Unravel a family secrecy or mystery that intrigued you during your growing years.
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Untangling Family Conflicts
Detail a memorable family conflict and how it was resolved – or how it wasn’t.
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Family Rituals
Reflect on a recurring tradition or ritual in your family and explain how it’s impacted your life.
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Inheritance Conversations
Reflect on your thoughts and feelings about inheritance, and discussions in your family about this.
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Guardian of Household Secrets
Write about a family who suddenly discover that their elderly grandmother has been guardian of an age-old secret.
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Myth and Realities
Write about a family story, legend, or myth that has been passed along for generations.
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Tricky School Performance
Talk about an embarrassing moment tied to a school performance in which your family was involved.
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Cultural Contests
Describe a time when your family hosted or participated in a friendly cultural competition like dancing or singing.
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Legacy and Responsibility
Write about what you feel is the responsibility of carrying your family name, if any.
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A Tribute to Resilience
Write about a family member who exhibited extraordinary resilience in tough times.
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Passing the Baton
Write about a skill or knowledge that has been passed down generations in your family.
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Portrait Of Affection
Describe a family member from an angle of love and appreciation, focusing on their traits that you deeply respect and are grateful for.
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Courtyard Conversations
Write about a family ritual involving storytelling, anecdotes, or familial lore.
