837+ ‘Introspection’ Writing Prompts
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The Person I’ve Become
Considering the challenges and triumphs of the past year, write a descriptive piece about the person you have evolved into.
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Superhero Origin Story
Your superhero isn’t born a hero. Write about the pivotal event that transforms them from an ordinary individual to a…
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October Sky Wishes
Compose a letter about the hopes and dreams you would whisper to the stars in October’s night sky.
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Identity Under the Spotlight
Write about the internal struggle of a superhero while strongly considering revealing their true identity.
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Cognitive Dissonance Dilemma
Pen an opinion piece about a situation where you experienced cognitive dissonance and how you resolved 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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Exploring the Great Wall
Imagine a day spent walking along the Great Wall of China. What do you encounter along the way, and how…
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New Year’s Resolution Revelations
Write about the first time you created a New Year’s Resolution and whether you maintained it or not.
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Reflective Endeavors
Write about an endeavor or project you began with high hopes and how it turned out.
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Jungle Survival Tale
Protagonist becomes stranded alone in the heart of the jungle and must learn to survive.
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Elementary School Encounters
Narrate an incident from elementary school that you still remember vividly.
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Snowbound Solitude
Detail a day spent in complete solitude due to a heavy snowfall preventing any travel.
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Stormy Epiphanies
Write about a moment of revelation or profound understanding that comes to you during a thunderstorm.
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Entering the Golden Years
Reflect on your experiences and emotions when you first acknowledged entering your elder years.
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Unlocking Happiness
Imagine you have a key that can unlock happiness. What does it unlock, and how does it make you happy?
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A Memorable Holiday Celebration
Recount a specific holiday that you remember vividly for a good or bad reason.
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Make It or Break It
Write a letter from the perspective of an injured athlete to their younger self, warning about the injury and giving…
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From Caterpillar to Butterfly
Compare who you were at the start of the year to who you are now, akin to a caterpillar transforming…
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My Letter to Future Me
Write a letter to your future self detailing the changes and personal growth you hope to see.
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Bird’s Eye View
Write about your upcoming new year’s resolution from a different person’s perspective, maybe a family member or a close friend.
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An Unexpected New Year’s Eve Encounter
Imagine meeting someone unexpected at a New Year’s Eve party.
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Resolution Retrospective
Reflect on a past New Year’s resolution that had a significant impact on your life.
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Magical Hobby Transformation
Imagine if your favorite hobby was a magical power: what would this power look like and how would you use…
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The Evolution of Interest
Write about a hobby you’ve grown out of, and discuss why your interest faded.
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A Tale of Transformation
Write about your personal transformation after deciding to live a more environment-friendly life.
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Christmas Carolers and the Silent Night
Describe how an introverted character is moved and inspired by a group of Christmas carolers who perform Silent Night.
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A Conversation with a Hero
Imagine having a one-on-one conversation with someone you consider to be a hero. What would you ask them? What would…
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Relay of Advice
Pen a letter to your younger self detailing the wisdom and encouragement you wish you had known.
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Puppeteer’s Tale
You are a puppeteer, reveal to the world why you chose the ancient art of puppetry.
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Santa Claus’ Self-Reflection
Write a journal entry as Santa Claus, contemplating the joys and challenges of his annual gift-giving duties.
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Winter’s Promise
Write a letter to yourself, articulating what you hope to achieve by the end of the winter.
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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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Unseen Wonders
Write about an aspect of Earth’s natural wonder that often goes unnoticed or undervalued.
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The Mentor’s Shadow
A seasoned superhero reluctantly becomes a mentor to an insufferably arrogant trainee.
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Quilt as a Canvas
Imagine you are creating a quilt that narrates your life story, what patterns, symbols, or scenes would you include?
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Winter Solitude
Create a piece of writing that explores the feeling of solitude that can often accompany the winter season.
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Changing Times
Pen a tale about a vampire having difficulty adapting to modern technology and societal standards.
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Text Messages in a Bottle
Imagine you could send five text messages to a past or current important person in your life. What would you…
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Buddy of Brushes
Narrate a day when you created exceptional art that made you very proud, taking the readers through your creative process.
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MasterChef Junior
Write a story about a delicious dish that you love to cook and the process involved in cooking it.
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Echoes of Love
Write about a breakup that occurred in the past and how it echoes into your character’s present.
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Discovering AI
Imagine you’re part of the team that has just invented the first sentient Artificial Intelligence system. Describe your feelings and…
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Parakeet’s Perspective
Describe Christmas Eve from the perspective of a parakeet watching the celebrations from its cage.
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October Ghosts
Compose a letter to a figure from your past who has significantly influenced your present.
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The Frozen Gravesite
Write a story about someone visiting a loved one’s gravesite during winter and attempting to make peace with their loss.
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Snowstorm Farewell
Write about a couple who breaks up during a snowstorm, and how it reflects their relationship.
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Ice Tomb
Describe the agony and struggle of a person who has accidentally fallen under the ice in a frozen lake.
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A Poem to Battle the Darkness
Compose a poem that speaks to your feelings, experiences and perspective on the longest night of the year.
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The Spirit of Giving
Narrate a story about a selfless act of giving or kindness during winter holidays. Unfold the story from either a…
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Christmas Memories from Childhood
Write a detailed story about a specific Christmas from your past, allowing yourself to become immersed in the fond memories.
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The April Blooms Dance
Describe observing the lifecycle of flowers blooming in April from your local park or garden.
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Voices in the Wind
Write a monologue expressing the thoughts of a solitary human being witnessing a hurricane.
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The Art of Solitude
Describe a time when you were alone, how it felt, and what you learned about yourself.
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A Year in Review
Write an obituary for your past year, encapsulating the highlights, low points, and significant moments.
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Resolutions Revisited
Reflect on your past years’ resolutions and assess how well you did in keeping them.
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Robot Horse Roundup
In a dystopian future where the old West is a theme park filled with robotic animals, narrate the tale of…
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Romancing Yourself
Write a narrative about spending Valentine’s Day completely alone, but still making it a day filled with love.
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Winter Wonderment
Describe the feeling of watching a snowstorm through your cottage window while holding a steamy mug of hot drink.
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Villainous Redemption
Write about a villain who experiences a transformative journey, leading to their redemption.
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Unrequited Valentine
Immerse yourself in the shoes of a person who is in love with someone who doesn’t reciprocate their feelings.
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The Unsent Valentine
Explore the idea of a love letter written for Valentine’s Day that never saw the light of day.
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Love’s First Flutter
Capture the moment when you noticed a classmate in a different light on Valentine’s Day.
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Heartbreak and Healing
Write about a Valentine’s Day heartbreak, and explore the healing process that followed.
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Unraveling with Dumbledore’s Wisdom
Digest the quote by Albus Dumbledore: “It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than…
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Journeying with Emerson’s Wisdom
Reflect on the quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Life is a journey, not a destination.” and write about how it…
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Achievements Unraveled
Write about the achievement you’re most proud of and how it has influenced your life.
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Phantoms of Potential
Imagine yourself as a ‘ghost’ observing your present life from an outsider’s perspective.
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Faded Photographs
Write about a character stumbling upon old photographs, triggering memories of an event that significantly impacted their life.
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Beyond the Cross: Personal Reflection
Take the symbol of the cross, a profound Easter representation, and elaborate on what it means to you personally.
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Easter Eggs: Symbols of New Beginnings
Consider the symbolism of the Easter egg as a new beginning or the start of a new chapter in life.…
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The Great December Freeze
Write a story set during an exceptionally cold December, where the harsh weather has triggered dramatic events.
