71+ ‘Personal life’ Writing Prompts
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The Moment of Success
Describe a moment of great achievement, a pinnacle of success in your career or personal life.
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Champions of the Supernatural
Narrate about a character who stands as the last defense between the world and the supernatural.
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Protector’s Impact
Reflect on how St. Joseph, as the protector of families, has had an impact on your personal life or family.
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Window of Opportunity
Imagine stumbling upon a literal window that can transport you to the beginning of any event. Write about where you would go and why.
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The Unseen Patriot
Imagine you are a double agent in World War II, working to mislead enemy forces while all along being true to your homeland.
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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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Invisible Conflicts
Come up with a story featuring an invisible superhero attempting to resolve a high-conflict situation.
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The Humanity Behind the Mask
Analyze the persona and real life of a superhero, and the influences that drive their actions.
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Memory Makers
Consider a moment in your life where writing has directly led to a particular success or realization. Relate that to your life in middle school.
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Two-sided Life
Explore the child superhero’s struggle to balance a normal childhood with the secrets and responsibilities of their superhuman life.
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Masked Vigilante or Government Servant
Imagine a superhero who has to decide between maintaining their secret identity and applying for official government recognition.
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The Super Anti-Hero
Create a character that is a superhero only by the nature of their powers, but is at odds with society and its expectations.
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Silent Whistles
Create a tale about a whistleblower who divulges secrets to expose a major political scandal but must stay under the radar.
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Hidden Ruins
Write a story about an archaeologist stumbling upon an ancient civilization in a wholly unexpected location.
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Winter Wins
Write about your most rewarding achievement in the past winters and delve into the preparation and revisions that led to it.
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The Social Media Influence
Contemplate the impact social media has had on your personal life, friendships, and self-esteem.
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Monthly Milestones
At the end of each new month in the new year, write about the most significant event in your life or in the world that happened during that month.
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Underneath the Mask
Write from the perspective of a minor superhero struggling with their dual identity.
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Race against Time
Write about a scientist who discovers a new strain of a lethal virus and the race to develop a vaccine.
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Resisting the Change
During his journey, Luke initially resists the call to be a Jedi. Reflect on a time where you resisted a significant change.
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Duality of Existence
Write about your superhero’s struggle to balance their superhero identity with their everyday, human identity.
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The Last Case
Construct a narrative about an aging detective working on solving the very first crime they were assigned but failed to solve.
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Tears of a Clown
Create a story around a comedic character whose life offstage is filled with personal struggles.
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Unseen Side of Lincoln
Write a story from the perspective of Abraham Lincoln, but focus on his daily life instead of his political career.
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A Future View
Imagine yourself five years from now being in a happy and fulfilled place. Describe this scene.
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The Declaration’s Echoing Lines
Pick a line from the Declaration of Independence that resonates with you and write a narrative around it.
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Understanding Ethical Decisions
Describe a situation where you had to make an ethical decision and explain the thought process behind your choice.
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Clouded Love
Pen down a story where your character misinterprets obsession as love within their relationship.
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Balancing Act
Write about a superhero who is torn between their responsibilities as a superhero and their life as a civilian.
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“Dismantling Stereotypes”
Write a story where your protagonist, who is part of a heavily stereotyped group, works to break away from the limiting boxes society has put them in.
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In the Footsteps of a Hero
Choose a person, either famous or from your personal life, who you admire. Write an account of a day in their 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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Crime in the Concerto
A world-renowned violinist is found dead in the middle of a performance. Your protagonist detective must uncover what led to the performer’s untimely end.
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House of Secrets
Write a fanfic diving into the hidden life of any minor character from a favorite book.
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Idol Struggles and Triumphs
Imagine an Anime Idol character struggling with their music career and personal life.
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My Hero
Write about a role model or someone you admire and the qualities that make them a benchmark for you.
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The Fulfilment Query
Contemplate the satisfaction obtained in your work vs your personal life, and see if there are any imbalances.
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Checking the Balance Scales
Reflect on the past week and evaluate if your work-life balance was more towards work, life, or balanced.
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Achieving Harmony
Describe what the ideal balance between your work and personal life would look like.
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Work-life Balance
Evaluate your work-life balance. How do you separate your professional and personal life?
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Role Models of Self Love
Write about a person you have known who, to you, represented the ultimate picture of self love.
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Work-Life Balance
Write about how your work-life balance, or lack thereof, contributes to your overall mental well-being.
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Secret Identity Crisis
Write about a superhero who is having a difficult time managing their dual identity.
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Faith Crisis
Write about a character experiencing a faith crisis and questioning the tenets of their long-held beliefs.
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Working from Home Anomaly
Narrate a story about an individual who transitions from a traditional office job to a remote work situation.
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Time Traveler’s Journal
You have the ability to travel time, but can only observe. Write a journal entry from a day in your past, or a moment in the future.
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Magical Career: Professional Elf in Lapland
Write about the role of a professional Elf in Santa’s Lapland, the unique experiences they face and the challenges they overcome daily.
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The Silent Spectator
Write about a significant event in history or in your personal life from the perspective of an inanimate object.
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Beyond the Pinstripes
Write a day-in-the-life story about a businessman or woman outside of their corporate environment.
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Into The Future
Write about your ideal future, outlining your career, personal life, and major milestones.
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The Gift of Voluntary Ties
Write about a mentor or teacher who has held a significant place within your personal life, much like a family member.
