15+ ‘situations’ Writing Prompts
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Dialogue in a Dark Room
Create a dialogue between two characters who are in a dark room and cannot see each other.
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Mirror Universe
Imagine waking up to find yourself in a world that is achingly familiar, yet subtly different.
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Comically Misplaced
Describe — humorously, of course — being in the wrong place at the absolute wrong time.
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Endless Echo
Write a story about a character who discovers that every sound they make echoes indefinitely.
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Inside the Mind of your Alter-ego
Write from the perspective of an alter-ego or different version of yourself.
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The Journey, Not the Destination
Write about a particularly memorable journey or transfer during your travels.
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Foraging in the Corporate Jungle
Write a survival guide for surviving and thriving in a modern corporate environment.
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The Observing Self
Write a reflective piece describing a situation where you acted as an ‘observer’ of your thoughts and emotions.
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Lessons Learned
Write about a tough situation in your life that at first seemed negative but has now become something you’re grateful for.
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Time Travel Misadventures
Imagine going back in time and committing a funny faux pas. What historic event do you disrupt, and how do you correct it?
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Catharsis Through Writing
Describe an instance when writing has helped you confront or deal with a difficult emotion or situation.
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Strength in Solitude
Write about a time you’ve felt the strongest as a single parent, whether emotionally, physically, or otherwise.
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Coming of Age
Rethink your teenage years and write about a defining moment where your parents either approved or disapproved of your freedom.
