250+ ‘Planning’ Writing Prompts
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Galactic Rescue Mission
Imagine being a kid astronaut sent on a mission in space to save the lost explorer from an alien planet.
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The Joyful Hunt
Recount your experience organizing an Easter egg hunt or Easter activity for the younger generation.
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Picnic in the Park
Describe planning and experiencing the perfect summer picnic, from the food selection to the location and company you’re in.
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Pizza Party Extravaganza
Write a creative story about planning and hosting the perfect pizza party. What toppings would you choose and why?
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Carrier Creation
Write about the process of building an aircraft carrier, experiencing the journey from the planning stages right through to the launch of the vessel.
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The Unsung Decorators
Narrate from the perspective of the house-elves or magical entities responsible for the grand decorations of the Yule Ball.
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The Perfect Halloween Prank
Imagine you’re Fred and George Weasley planning the most epic Halloween prank at Hogwarts.
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Galactic Resistance
Write a story about a rebel group in a galactic empire planning to overthrow a tyrannical emperor.
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New Threat
An extremely powerful alien race threatens to invade and destroy the universe of Dragon Ball.
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An Open Letter to Your Future Self
Write a letter to your future self. Include any advice, goals or hopes you have.
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Eye on the Future
Write about the changes you envisage in your work-life balance in the next five years.
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Bucket List Builder
Sketch out your Bucket List, detailing experiences you hope to have or places you wish to visit.
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Dream Career Discovery
Divulge the details of your desired profession or career and escalate the prospects you associatively imagine.
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Sculpting Life
Imagine yourself as a sculptor and your life as a block of marble. Write about how you would chisel out the perfect figure.
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Progress Mapping
Select a personal growth milestone and write about the steps you have taken to reach that milestone.
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Pathfinder
Describe a goal you’ve set and achieved recently, and discuss the steps you undertook to reach it.
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Roadmap to Success
Design a roadmap to one of your future desired successes. Include milestones, possible detours, and anticipated celebration upon reaching your destination.
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Bridge of Resilience
Pen down a letter to your future self detailing how you’re going to overcome a current fear.
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Life After Recovery
Write down your future aspirations, hopes, and plans for life after complete recovery.
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Masterpiece of the Future
Envision your ideal future and design it as an art installation. Describe the core elements and the symbolic significance of each.
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Breaking Down Big Tasks
Write about a large task you’ve put off. Then break it down into smaller, manageable sub-tasks.
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3-Year Projection
Describe where you see yourself three years from now.
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Mapping Out the Future
Document the key milestones you want to achieve in the next 5, 10, 15 years.
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Letter to Future self
Project yourself five years into the future and write a letter revealing your current hopes, fears, and strengths.
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Picturing the Future
Write about where you would like to see this relationship in five years and what steps are needed to get there.
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Resolution Letter
Compose a letter to someone who hurt you deeply, expressing your feelings and your wishes for resolution.
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After the Happily Ever After
Write about a day in your life five years from now, once you’ve achieved everything you’ve dreamed of.
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Goals Galore
List your personal and professional goals for the next 5 years and discuss how you plan to achieve them.
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Superhero City
Design a city for your superhero to protect – what it looks like and what’s special about it?
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The Honey Trap
Write about a charismatic female spy using her charm as a weapon to trap notorious criminals.
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True Colors in Turmoil
Develop a circumstance where your character’s most significant personality trait is both their saving grace and their downfall.
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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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Project Post-mortem
Write a retrospective report on a recently completed project, pinpointing successes and areas for improvement.
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Strategic Business Goals
Write about the top three long-term goals for your business and how you plan to achieve them.
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Voyage Into New Territory
Narrate your first family vacation or major event with your blended family.
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Chronicles of Family Trips
Write about a memorable family trip or holiday that involved your large extended family.
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Family Budget Planning
Write about your experiences or perceptions towards budgeting within your family.