677+ ‘Social’ Writing Prompts
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Self-Soothing Techniques
List down three techniques or activities that help you to cope with your social anxiety.
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Conquering Party Panic
Write about a social situation that caused you significant anxiety, and depict how you would ideally like to handle it.
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Identifying Anxiety Triggers
Jot down situations or factors that evoke feelings of anxiety within you.
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The Currency of Fear
Make a list of things you give up (social activities, hobbies, etc.) due to anxiety. How does this affect your quality of life?
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Remake of a Classic
Write an updated version of your favorite classic movie or TV series, adapting it to today’s cultural and social landscape.
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Animal Kingdom
Create a fable where animals are the main characters, conveying a profound moral lesson.
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Championing a Cause
Write about a cause you’ve passionately advocated for or any social issue that deeply moved you.
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Walking in Others’ Shoes
Write a story from the perspective of a person who is the complete opposite of you.
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Agents of Change
Write about a social issue that you feel strongly about, and how you could play a part in addressing it.
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Alien Societies
Envision a unique culture or society in a faraway planet and describe their way of life.
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Dynastic North America
Imagine that North America was not colonized by European powers but instead formed its own feudal system, similar to Medieval Europe.
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Hitler’s Defeat in World War I
What if Adolf Hitler was killed by a British soldier during World War I?
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The World Run by Robots
Imagine a world in which the Industrial Revolution was powered by advanced AI and robotics instead of steam power.
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Dystopian Divide
Create a society divided into strict castes, where your character is part of the underprivileged masses.
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Apocalyptic Aftermath
Imagine a world post-global disaster and describe the daily life of someone trying to survive.
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The Influencer Influence
Tell a story about a character who falls under the influence of an Instagram Celebrity.
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Identity in the Digital Age
Write a contemporary story about a character who undergoes a transformation due to their interactions with social media.
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Magic in Mundane
Create a world where magic is not extraordinary but rather a common part of everyday life.
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The Shadow Beings
Create a story about a race of shadow beings, invisible to the naked eye but can be seen in special mirrors.
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Roaring Twenties Mystery
Stage a tantalizing mystery taking place in the Roaring Twenties in the midst of flappers, jazz, and speakeasies.
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Voice of the Oppressed
Examine an issue of social justice from the perspective of a character who experiences oppression themselves.
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Breaking The Social Norms
Tell the story of a character who defies societal expectations and norms.
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The Isolation
Describe a world where physical interactions between humans are strictly prohibited.
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Square Peg, Round Hole
Describe a time when someone stood up against societal norms or expectations in order to do what they believed was right.
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Roman Emperor for a Day
Imagine you are the Emperor of Rome at the height of its power. Describe a day in your life.
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Into the Abyss
Write about an underwater city and its strange inhabitants.
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Supermarket Supernatural
Invent a tale where supermarket items come to life after midnight.
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Social Media Muse
Pen a poem revolving around your favorite social media app and how it impacts your everyday life.
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Dream Conversations
Imagine a conversation you would like to have in a dream with someone important to you – present or past.
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Mars Habitat
Sketch a vibrant portrait of a colonized Mars and the adventures of its first settlers.
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Revolution’s Eve
Write about a character on the eve of a significant social or political revolution, expressing their hopes and fears.
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Exiled to Find Home
Develop a story about a character banished from their homeland who finds a way to return despite numerous obstacles.
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Forbidden Love Unveiled
Create a narrative based on two characters in love despite everyone around them being against their relationship, leading them to a hard earned resolution.
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Society’s Cage
Construct a tale about a character struggling against societal norms and in the end, discovering a way to be true to themselves.
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The True Faces
What if your protagonist develops the ability to see people’s true intentions, hidden behind their emotional facades.
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The Fall of Optimism
Imagine a utopian society that slowly descends into a dystopia. What instigates this transition?
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Forbidden Love
In your novel, create a romantic relationship that’s prohibited due to social norms or personal circumstances.
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Conversations With Strangers
Write about an impactful conversation you had with a stranger.
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Analyzing Social Media Impact
Focus on the role and impact of social media in your life.
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Campaigning Against Body Shaming
Create a persuasive article against body shaming, arguing why it is harmful and how can individuals resist it.
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Rising Autism Diagnoses
Offer your perspective on the rising diagnosis of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in recent years.
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Crushing Encounters
Write about your first childhood crush and the emotions that came along with it.
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Promoting Peaceful Protests
Write about a peaceful protest that had a profound impact on you or inspired you. Detail why it made such an impression.
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Influence of Childhood Games
Write about a game you used to play as a child and discuss how it contributed to your learning.
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The Unseen Battle
Explore the challenges of dealing with a mental illness that isn’t visually noticeable.
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Living In A Digital Age
Examine the impact of living in a digital era, with a focus on social media and personal relationships.
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Social Media Revolution
Discuss the societal changes triggered by the ubiquity of social media platforms.
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Sporting Traditions
Reflect on a family or cultural sporting tradition and its significance.
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The Evolution of Fashion
Trace the evolution of a fashion trend, and explore how it impacts society’s standards of beauty.
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A City’s Heartbeat
Describe your favorite city as if it was a living, breathing entity.
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Friends and Influences
Write about how your circle of friends has shaped you as an individual.
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Impressionable Browser
Think about how Social Media has influenced your thoughts and behavior.
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Social Change and You
Write about a social issue you feel strongly about and how it impacts your life.
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The Impact of a Book
Reflect on a book that profoundly affected you and discuss why it had such a potent influence.
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Vantage Point
Write a report about a local holiday or event from the standpoint of an outsider or foreigner.
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Analyzing Impactful Political Events
Choose a significant political event in history and research the immediate and future implications it had on society.
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Humbling Humor
Recall an experience from your travels that made you laugh out loud.
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The Rousing Monologue
Compose a monologue that seeks to inspire change towards a healthier, more inclusive world.
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Ethical Decisions
Choose a business dilemma with moral or ethical implications and discuss possible courses of action and their outcomes.
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Inhabiting a New Planet
Describe a newly discovered planet and its unique features and characteristics.
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Surviving in a Post-Apocalyptic World
Write a graphic novel script set in a dystopian world that has survived an unknown apocalypse.
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High School Dynamics
Describe your high school experience through the lens of social structures and hierarchies.
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The Evolution of Communication
Examine, in detail, the evolution of communication from pre-historic times to the Internet era.
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Language Lingo
Write about how linguistic trends and slang impact communication and cultural understanding.
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Trending Hotbeds
Consider a present-day cultural phenomenon and dissect its potential effects on future generations.
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Pop Culture Craze
Write about a popular culture trend that deeply influenced you during your formative years.
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Unseen Friend
Reflect upon an imaginary friend, if you had one, from your childhood, and discuss how they impacted your growing years.
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First Day of School
Write about your very first day of school, sharing the events and emotions you experienced.
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Simple Joys
Pen down your parent’s favorite childhood activity or hobby, how much they loved it, and if they still indulge in it.