35+ ‘Life Journey’ Writing Prompts
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Dreams and Aspirations
What were your childhood dreams? Describe these aspirations and compare them to where you are now.
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Creating Your Own Irish Blessing
Create an original Irish blessing that embodies your experiences, values, or hopes for the future.
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Tales of the Sea Turtle
Narrate the life journey of a sea turtle, from its birth on a beach to its adventures in the ocean.
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The Unforgettable Milestones
Jot down about the most impactful milestones in your life, detailing why they significantly affect your life narrative.
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Conversations with Your Younger Self
Pen a letter to the younger you, offering the advice and insights you’ve gained over the years.
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Renewal of Self
Write about a time when you reinvented yourself and how this change impacted your life.
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Map of Regrets
Draw a map of regrets you’ve had over your life, marking milestones of regret and ways you have overcome them.
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Formative Mentors
Write a detailed description of a mentor or teacher who has influenced you deeply.
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The Emotional Journey
Create a timeline of your life’s ups and downs and reflect on your emotional growth at different stages.
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Unexpected Inheritance
Write a story where the protagonist inherits a mysterious object that leads to a shocking revelation.
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February’s Wisdom
Pen down your thoughts on a quote that talks about aging and wisdom, inspired by February hosting the International Day…
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The Life of a Pet Rock
Write from the perspective of a pet rock, detailing its observations and thoughts through its life journey.
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The March of the Rain
Narrate the journey of a single raindrop from the sky to the ground in a rainy March.
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Lessons from the Battlefield
Write about the most significant lesson you’ve learned from a struggle or a triumph this year.
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River of Resilience
Inspect your life’s victories and trials from the past year, then write a story comparing your journey to a river.
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Born on the 4th of July
Write a story about a character born on the Fourth of July and explore how this coincidence shapes his/her life.
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Whispers of the Past
Write a story where each line reveals a different decade in the character’s life.
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Easter Reflections on Sacrifice
Record your thoughts on the concept of sacrifice as it pertains to Easter.
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Crossroads
Write about a significant turning point in your life and the decision that swung the pendulum.
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Mapping Life Path
Create a map that represents your life journey so far. Detail out the highs, the lows, and the decisions that…
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The Key Turning Points
List five major turning points in your life and discuss how each event impacted your personality, values, and life choices.
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Personal Manifesto
Create your own personal manifesto, outlining your beliefs, values, and principles that guide your life.
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Mapping Life Milestones
Compose a timeline of your significant life events, focusing on how each one has shaped who you are today.
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Musicians as Role Models
Write about an artist or band who has had significant influence in your life or perspective.
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A Guiding Light
Reflect on a significant epiphany or turning point that has guided your life journey.
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Beneath the Surface
Write about an experience that initially seemed insignificant, but later revealed a more profound meaning.
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The Major Life Turnaround
Describe a major event in your character’s life that significantly changes their course.
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Lessons Learned
Write about a tough situation in your life that at first seemed negative but has now become something you’re grateful…
