49+ ‘Personal narrative’ Writing Prompts
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Space Spectacle
Imagine you have been selected to join the next Mars mission. Narrate your preparation, journey, and landing.
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Confessions from the Killer
Write a series of chilling entries from the diary of a serial killer recounting their gruesome deeds.
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Irish Road Bowling Excitement
Write a personal narrative about participating in a game of Irish Road Bowling, detailing the incredible highs and lows of…
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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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Personal Narrative Creativity
Write a personal narrative illustrating an event that changed your outlook on life.
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Journey Through Genres
Opt for a genre that aligns with a phase or incident in your life and write your personal narrative in…
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Turning Point Tidbits
Reflect on a turning point in your life and write about how it altered your personal narrative.
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The People Who Shaped You
Describe the individuals who most influenced your life and reveal how their presence molded your personal narrative.
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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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Finding A Voice
Write about a significant event in your life that led you to discover and begin expressing your personal voice.
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Energies of Equilibrium
Write a personal narrative piece detailing how you balance conflicting demands in your life, inspired by the equal day and…
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The Turning Point
Write about a moment in your life that felt like a significant turning point, making you thankful.
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Green Inspiration
Write about a valuable lesson or a unique insight that a visit to a national park has imparted.
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Sunset on the Season
Write about the last day of summer, detailing your emotions and reflections at the close of this seasonal chapter.
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The Sputnik Launch
Write your own personal narrative surrounding the launch of Sputnik on October 4, 1957 and how it might have affected…
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Acceptance and Forgiveness
Write a letter to your broken heart, acknowledging its hurt and voicing forgiveness.
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Footprint Narratives
Write a personal narrative exploring the changes you could make to decrease your carbon imprint.
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Hero of My Own Story
Write a fairytale where your younger self is the hero. How does this hero deal with challenges and find their…
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Your Life’s Soundtrack
Select five songs that define different stages of your life and write about why they were significant.
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Mysterious Ancestor Adventure
Imagine you found an old diary or a box of letters from an unknown, distant relative. What secrets lie within?
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A Tale of the Kraszanka Egg
Explain the process of creating a Polish Kraszanka egg and weave it into a narrative story.
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Living With Emotions
Write a personal narrative about a time you felt a strong emotion- it could be joy, anger, sadness, fear, surprise-…
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Scented Stories
Write a story based on a specific scent. Use it as a way to craft the sensory details of your…
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The Turning of Seasons
Write a letter to a long-lost friend charting the change in your various surroundings as spring arrives.
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Eras of Yore
Choose an era in history and create a fictional autobiography of someone living during that period.
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Colonial Plights
Write about the experience of a colonist settling in a new land, detailing their challenges and triumphs.
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Survival at Sea
Write a thrilling personal narrative about a major mechanical failure onboard your research vessel far from the shore.
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A Scar’s Story
Imagine you received a scar from an unforgettable event, write the story behind this scar.
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The Dwarven Paragon
Write a personal narrative about your life as a Paragon in Orzammar’s rigid caste system.
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Grateful for Me
Write about what qualities, traits or accomplishments you are most grateful for in yourself.
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Anger’s Afterglow
Reflect on a recent situation where you felt angry and whether the anger has completely subsided or lingered.
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Hidden Heroes
Name the person (or people) you quietly admire and discuss why you respect them and how they influence your actions.
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4. Owning Your Journey
Pen down your significant life events and how they have shaped your understanding and practice of self love.
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The Book of Your Life
If your life so far were a book, what would be its title and what would be too controversial for…
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Reimagined Histories
Write a personal narrative about a moment in your life, but rewrite it as if it happened in a different…
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The Healing Power of Personal Stories
Recall a personal experience that helped you feel better during a difficult time. Write it out as if you’re sharing…
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Journey Through Therapy
Write about your personal journey through therapy, if applicable, or create a fictional story about someone else’s experience.
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Dispelling Depression Myths with Personal Narratives
Share a personal narrative of coping with depression that contradicts a common myth.
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Personal Growth Reflection
Jot down the three significant ways you’ve evolved as a person this year.
