850+ ‘Present’ Writing Prompts
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Seance Speakeasy
Compose a dialogue that unfolds during a seance, including both the living and dead.
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Ghosts of the Past
Write a story where the spirits of historical figures appear to a student studying history, giving them unique insights.
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Unexpected Heroics
Write a fanfiction where your least favorite character comes out as the unexpected hero.
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Game Origin Story
Create a backstory for a beloved video game character who lacks a comprehensive origin story.
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Bursts of Memories
Create a narrative where the main character encounters a long-lost love and the meeting brings back painful memories.
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Re-Encounter
Imagine that your two favourite characters who were once childhood friends, separate and meet years later under different circumstances.
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“Dystopian Remix”
Create a crossover between George Orwell’s 1984 and Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World.
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Time Travel Consequences
Characters from the animated series have been thrown back in time and their actions have created an alternate timeline in…
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The Forgotten War
A war between the gods took place before Percy and his friends were born, narrate the events of this war.
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Hidden Manuscript
Sherlock comes across an unpublished story by Arthur Conan Doyle, related to an unresolved case.
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Dark Horse of Riverdale
Create a story where an overlooked character takes center stage, spinning around the town differently.
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Villain’s Redemption Arc
Everyone has a story. Write about a Disney villain, exploring their past and detailing a redemption story.
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Blood Magic Controversy
Present an argument from a fictional character’s perspective on the usage of Blood Magic in Thedas.
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Lost Civilization
Construct the narrative of a Chasind exploring the ruins of an ancient Alamarri tribe.
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Shadows of the Past
Write a story where the main character can interact with the spirits of their ancestors.
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Time Skipping in Anime
Write a story that jumps between different age stages of the protagonist’s life.
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Personal Growth Timeline
Draw a timeline from your past to present, marking events or moments that contributed to your personal growth.
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Time Travel Self
Imagine meeting a version of yourself five years from now. What changes would you see and how does it make…
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One Minute of Now
Set a timer for one minute and then write about everything you’re experiencing in the present moment.
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Peaceful Pondering
Write about a specific time when you felt truly at peace with yourself and your surroundings.
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Dialogue with Your Future Self
Construct an imaginary conversation with your future self. Ask for advice, encouragement and validation.
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Letters to Past Self
Write a letter to your past self reflecting on the growth and progress you’ve made over time.
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Letter to Future Self
Write a letter to your future self discussing current feelings, experiences, and hopes for the future.
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Conversation with my Older Self
Imagine a conversation with your older self. What wisdom does this older self-share?
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Journey of Passion
Trace the evolution of a particular passion over time, and speculate how it might evolve in the future.
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Sensory Journey
Write about a meal, moment, or situation from the perspective of each of your five senses.
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My Personal Mantra
Create your own mindfulness mantra that you can refer to when you feel overwhelmed.
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Reviving Childhood Joy
Write about a simple activity from your childhood that used to bring you immense happiness.
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The Mental Health Time Capsule
Write about your current mental health state as if you’re creating a time capsule to be opened in five years.
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Tracing Your Footsteps
Write about a place you’ve lived and describe how your life evolved while you were there.
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Letter to Future Friends
Imagine a letter to your future best friend describing who you are now.
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Trading Past for Present
Imagine a regret from your past could be traded for an event in your present. What would you change?
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Change of Reality
Imagine you have been given an opportunity to alter one event from your past. What event would you choose and…
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Renovation of Memories
Write about a cherished childhood memory, but from the perspective of another person present.
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Growth: Then vs Now
Reflect on who you were five years ago compared to who you are today.
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Noteworthy Nostalgia
Recall your most memorable vacation as a child and express the impressions it left on you.
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The Guided Soul Search
Write a letter to your past self discussing your current passions.
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Morphing Dreams and Goals
Reflect changes in your dreams and goals over time.
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Letter to Future Self
Write a letter to your future self, detailing your hopes, fears, and lessons so far.
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A Letter To Your Past Self
Write a letter to your younger self about the challenges you’ve faced and the strength you’ve gained in overcoming them.
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Letters to my Future Self
Write a letter to your future self, tell them about your current life, hopes, dreams, and fears.
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Unsettled Echoes
Write a dialogue, or conversation, imagining that you are talking to a past version of yourself
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My Happiest Self
Recall a day when you felt genuinely happy and content with who you are. Describe the day in details.
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Facing the Mirror
Spend time writing about how you view yourself today and how this compares to five years ago.
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Dialogue With Future Me
Write a conversation you’d have with the version of yourself 10 years from now. Ensure it’s filled with words of…
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5. The Power of Now
Write about the current you–the accomplishments, personality traits and goals that make you unique and a testament to self-love.
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Mirror of Traits
Identify three personal characteristics you admire in others and reflect on how these aspects might be present in you.
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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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Bountiful Gratitude
Write about three things you are grateful for and how they add value to your life.
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Unlocking Hidden Passions
Write about a hobby or activity that you used to love which has been sidelined.
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The Future-Self Letter
Write a letter to your future self about where you hope to be in 1, 5, or 10 years.
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Personifying Past Relationships
Identify a past relationship, whether platonic or romantic, and express how it has shaped your approach to current and future…
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Rehearsal of Courage
Envision a situation where your fear could arise and narrate how you would successfully manage it.
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Reminder of Resilience
Recall a past event or situation where you successfully coped with stress or anxiety.
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Reflecting on Mistakes
Write about a mistake that resulted in a valuable life lesson and the growth that followed.
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Visionary Blueprint
Write an elaborate description of the ‘ideal you’ across various spheres of life.
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Revisiting Your Time Capsule
Imagine uncovering a time capsule you buried as a child, what items would be in there and why?
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Understanding Triggers: Past vs Present
Write a comparison between triggers that bothered you in the past and new ones that have emerged over time.
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Mindful Eating
Write about the last meal you had in detail, focusing on taste, smell, texture and your overall experience.
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Shimmering Moments
Describe a moment where you felt extremely present and aware of the beauty around you.
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Manifesting Strength
Write about a time when you felt your strongest, either physically, emotionally, or mentally.
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Mindful Moments
Write about a moment today when you were fully present and engaged in the activity you were doing.
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Letter to Your Younger Self
Write a letter to your younger self, addressing the guilt and shame you may have felt then and share advice…
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Map of Aspirations
Write about your dreams and aspirations, how they changed over time, and how they correspond with your present reality.
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Visualizing a Healthier You
Imagine a ‘future you’ that is no longer tethered to your unhealthy habits. What does life look like? How do…
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Future Self Conversation
Imagine a conversation between your present self and future self discussing a task you are procrastinating.
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The Mindful Encounter
Describe your last meaningful encounter with a person, animal or nature itself.
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Gratitude Attitude
Spend a few minutes writing about something or someone for which you are grateful today.
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3-Year Projection
Describe where you see yourself three years from now.