31+ ‘struggles’ Writing Prompts
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The Immigrant’s Journey
Interview an immigrant about their experience moving to a new country and write a story based on their experiences.
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Firsthand Feminism
Interview a female figure in your life about their experiences with gender inequality and write from their perspective.
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Inside The Life of Food Stylist
Take us behind the scenes of a food stylist’s world – their creative process, their biggest challenges, and their most satisfying moments.
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Beyond the Pinstripes
Write a day-in-the-life story about a businessman or woman outside of their corporate environment.
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Dedicated to a Craft
Feature a person who has dedicated their life to mastering a specific skill or craft.
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Footsteps of Historical Legends
Choose an influential figure in history and write about their life, struggles, achievements from their perspective.
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“Intergalactic IR”
Write about intergalactic nations dealing with trivial bureaucratic red tape and interstellar regulations to make space travel possible.
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Cybernetic Wars
As a soldier in a future cybernetic war, describe a critical mission to dismantle the enemy’s AI supercomputer.
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Crises of Cuisine
Write a humorous play about a first time student chef trying to prepare a five-course meal for demanding restaurant critics.
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The Haunting Past
Write a story in which a character’s dark past resurfaces menacingly into their present life.
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Strangers in a Capsule
Write about two strangers who meet on a spaceship sent on a long voyage to colonize a new planet.
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Journey to the Peak
Write a poem depicting your ascent to the top of a mountain, focusing on the struggles and triumphs within.
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Solo Operator
Write about the solitary life of an animal that prefers solitude, like a tiger or an octopus.
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Lost (and Found) in Translation
Write about a time when you had to communicate in a place where you did not speak the language.
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Celebration of Personal Achievements
Write about a significant personal achievement, describe how you accomplished it and how it changed your life.
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Understanding The Difficult
Write about a difficult family member and try to delve into the causes of their actions.
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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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Financial Struggles and Triumphs
Narrate a particular instance where your family had to struggle financially and how you overcame it.
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Penned Progress
Choose a period of significant growth within your family, detailing the struggles, the growth, and how this now features in your family’s identity.
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Resilience Through Generations
Reflect on a significant challenging event your family has faced and examine how it has created resilience among the family members.
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Family Talents Uncovered
Pen down unique abilities and talents that each family member possesses, and how it contributes to your familial bond.
