15+ ‘traditional’ Writing Prompts
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Message from the Minotaur
Imagine receiving a message from the legendary Minotaur, what does it say?
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Underground Histories
Write about the history of your town or city from a perspective often overlooked or unheard.
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Navigating Nietzsche’s Nihilism
Imagine living in a world where there are no absolute values or definitive meaning. How would you create meaning for your existence?
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Cultural Tastes
Write about a traditional dish from your culture and the memories associated with it.
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Free-verse Visionary
Write a stream-of-consciousness style poem, focusing solely on expression rather than rhyme or rhythm.
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Culinary Tradition
Describe a family recipe that has been passed down through generations and the texture it adds to your family experience.
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Festive Rituals
Write about a traditional holiday or festival your family celebrates and the rituals associated with it.
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New Path Endeavors
Write about a time you chose a different career aspiration than your family’s wishes or expectations.
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Family Job Traditions
Describe any family traditions related to careers and how these have influenced your personal career choices.
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Dream Family Design
Write about what your dream family would look like. Who are the members, where do you live, and what are your routines?
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Chosen Family
Describe a relationship you have with someone who isn’t related to you by blood but feels like family.
