22+ ‘Neglect’ Writing Prompts
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The Vanishing
Describe a creature or plant that has recently gone extinct as a result of environmental degradation.
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The Frosty Ghost Town
Imagine a city that has been entirely deserted because of an intense and prolonged snowfall.
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Love Letter to Yourself
Express self-love by writing a love letter to yourself, focusing on your accomplishments, qualities, and why you’re proud to be you.
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Sentient Vegetation Vigilante
A flourishing tree in an urban park gains sentience and develops abilities to protect its surrounding environment.
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The Silent Treatment
Imagine if your heart had a voice, what would it say to you in the face of heartbreak?
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Effects of Environmental Neglect
Imagine if Earth Day was disregarded globally, write about the consequences.
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The Forgotten Christmas Ornament
Write from the perspective of a Christmas ornament that’s been left in the attic.
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The Reincarnated Houseplant
Write a story about the houseplant that seems to have more lives than a cat.
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Misfit Toys’ Revenge
Create a tale about discarded or unwanted Christmas toys that come to life and demand recognition.
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Embracing Personal Achievements
Write about your most rewarding personal achievement and reflect on the happiness it brought you.
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The Scale of Self-Care
Write about your self-care routine and how it contributes to your overall balance.
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Reviving Dormant Desires
Write about a passion that you lost touch with. Describe how it felt when you pursued it, why you moved away from it, and what might rekindle your interest.
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Your Letter of Self-Love
Write a letter to yourself expressing love, assuring you’ll take care of your emotional and physical well-being.
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Absent Parents
Write about the emotional and psychological effects of dealing with absentee parents.
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Barrier of Unwashed Sheets
Describe how your relationship with your bed and sleep was influenced by depression and the impact it had on your hygiene.
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Depression Induced Isolation
Reflect on how depression affected your social interactions and consequently, your personal hygiene.
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The Hidden Reflection
Write about the moment you first noticed a decline in your personal hygiene as a result of depression.
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Birth of a Villain
Write the backstory of an antagonist, focusing on the motives behind their sinister actions.
