178+ ‘Mindset’ Writing Prompts
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Repurposing Negative Feedback
Write about a piece of criticism that affected you, and discuss how you can use this feedback constructively.
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Dual Lightsaber Mastery
Detail how Ahsoka’s unique dual lightsaber combat style contributed to her character’s individualistic and distinct representation.
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Project Mind-Bend
Your character is a scientist in a top-secret government project developing mind-control technology.
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A Selkie’s Song
Craft a poignant story about a selkie (mythical creature who resembles a seal in water but becomes human on land)…
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Evolution of a Trainer
Write about the journey of a Pokemon trainer, focusing on their growth and evolution as an individual.
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Pokemon Habitat Design
Devise a Pokemon and describe its unique habitat, tying the creature’s abilities and nature to the environment.
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Friendship with Crabbe and Goyle
Explore Draco’s complex relationship with his friends, Vincent Crabbe and Gregory Goyle. Are they merely cronies or genuine friends?
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Night-Time Whispers
Write about a night when you start hearing whispers in your room, sharing secrets about your future.
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Debunking Negative Beliefs
Identify any negative self-beliefs you hold and write a counter-argument to each.
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Strengths in Disguise
Write about a personal flaw or weakness that you’ve turned into a strength over time.
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Crafting Self-Affirmations
Create a list of ten self-affirmations and explain why each one resonates with you.
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Lessons Learned
Choose a past mistake and unpack the circumstances around it. Explore what you learned from it and how you used…
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Compound Gratitude
Write about five small things, occurrences or people you are thankful for – items that often go unnoticed.
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Chasing Dreams
Put on paper your ultimate dream in life if there are no limits and the steps you will need to…
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Weakness Revealed
Write about your weaknesses, the moments they manifested, and how you succeeded (or failed) in addressing them.
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Rediscovering Positive Experiences
Revisit a past event where you felt extremely happy and satisfied. Write about this in detail.
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Cultivating Gratitude for Self
Identify and reflect on three things you appreciate about yourself every day.
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Love Letter to Your Future Self
Write a letter to your future self that includes everything you hope you’ve achieved.
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Finding Gratitude in the Everyday
Think about the past day and write down five things you are grateful for.
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Affirmation Archive
Choose a few affirmations or positive statements that resonate with you and elaborate on them.
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Understanding Failure
Identify a time you failed at something and discuss what you learned from that experience.
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The Impossible Invention
Describe an invention that defies the laws of physics. What would it do, how would it look, and how would…
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Gardening Gratitude
Make a list of at least five aspects about your current life that you’d “plant” in your “gratitude garden”.
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The Exercise of Gratitude
List your blessings, and describe how thanking for them can boost self-growth.
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Building a Growth Mindset
Construct an imaginary scenario where you must face a significant challenge, then write about how you would tackle it with…
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Mapping Your Emotional Refuge
Describe your ideal refuge from emotional turmoil. How can this refuge aid in your recovery journey?
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Imaginary Bridge
Imagine having a bridge that can transport you away from your current emotional pain. What does it look like? Where…
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Unlocking Positive Affirmations
Choose an inspirational quote you’d like to live by and discuss how applying it has changed your recovery journey.
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Quote Collage
Create a collage of your top five inspirational quotes for recovery and discuss how they collectively aid you in your…
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Finding Strength in Quotes
Reflect on a quote that inspires you, where you first heard it and why it motivates you during your recovery…
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Gratitude Reflection
List down the people, things, and experiences you’re grateful for in this recovery journey.
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New Identities, New Possibilities
Write about how you envision your life and your identity in a post-recovery phase.
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The Future Resilient Self
Imagine a future challenging situation and how your resilient self would handle it.
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Busting Negative Assumptions
Identify one negative belief you currently hold about yourself and come up with an argument against it.
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Finding Silver Linings
Write about a tough situation you faced and identify the silver linings or positive aspects that came out of it.
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Visualize Your Healing
Describe yourself in a healed, emotionally healthy state, as vividly as possible.
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Affirmations and Visualizations
Write a series of affirmations to uplift your mood and visualize a better reality.
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Harvest Moon
Reflect on the harvest of your personal accomplishments as you would crops under the Harvest Moon.
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Inventing an Antidote
Imagine a fun, silly, or bizarre solution to a common everyday problem you face.
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Bridge of Understanding
Write a detailed letter offering support to a depressed individual while expressing a deep understanding of their feelings.
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Balancing Life
Write about a day in your life that was well-balanced and made you feel content and at peace.
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Sculpting Words
Write a story about an artist creating their magnum opus and make the sculpture come alive with your words.
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Personal Growth Reflection
Jot down the three significant ways you’ve evolved as a person this year.
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Voyager’s Salvation
Narrate a travel experience that was therapeutic or got you out of a negative mental state.
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Journey mindset
Create a poem about your mindset during a trip, focusing on your inner thoughts from preparation to completion.
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Unmasking Hidden Identities
Write about a character who undergoes a powerful transformation, revealing a new identity hidden underneath.
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Seasons of the Self
Identify and explore different phases of your life and how they influenced your personal growth.
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Tourist in Your Own Town
Take on the mindset of a tourist and describe your town, city, or neighborhood as if you’re seeing it for…
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Eyes on the Underground Railroad
Imagine being an operative on the Underground Railroad. Write an account of one harrowing night.