16+ ‘responsibility’ Writing Prompts
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Birth of a New Chapter
Write about the moment you first held your child, or if you do not have children, a moment when a new life entered your world.
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Facing the Final Moment
Write a scene where one character is faced with a life-or-death decision that will impact not only their life but the life of another character as well.
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Across Time and Space
You stumble upon a mysterious artifact that harbors mind-bending power to time-travel. Describe an adventure.
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Catastrophic Consequences
Tell a story about a character who makes a seemingly insignificant decision that leads to disastrous results.
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Speaking the Ancient Language
Imagine if you suddenly found you could speak an ancient, magical language.
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Time Traveler’s Dilemma
Create a story where you find a working time machine, but using it will inevitably have drastic consequences.
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Unexpected Hero
You’re an ordinary person who suddenly gets superhero powers. Describe your first day of being a superhero.
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Blooming into Adulthood
Write about the moment, incident, or phase that signified your transition into adulthood.
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Dragon’s Heart
Write a tale about a dragon whose heart holds the power capable of saving or destroying kingdoms.
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Inheritance Conversations
Reflect on your thoughts and feelings about inheritance, and discussions in your family about this.
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The Great Family Inventor
Compose a story about a member of your family who suddenly gains the ability to invent revolutionary, never-seen-before gadgets.
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Parenting Perspectives
Write from the perspective of a parent guiding their child through daily activities.
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Legacy and Responsibility
Write about what you feel is the responsibility of carrying your family name, if any.
