337+ ‘Wisdom’ Writing Prompts
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Scribing the Codex of Wisdom
Describe the crafting of a legendary text that holds the deepest secrets and knowledge of the world.
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Cartoon Wisdom
Reflect on an animated movie or show that profoundly influenced your perspective on life
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Lessons from Unlikable Characters
Write about a character from a book you read this year who you initially disliked but grew to understand. What lessons did you learn from this character’s transformation and development?
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Letter to Younger Self
Write a letter to your younger self, giving advice or sharing wisdom that you have gained over the years.
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Speaking to the Child Within
Write a letter to your younger self, offering the wisdom and advice you’ve gained from your life experiences.
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Trail of Memories
Pen a narrative of a middle-aged individual reminiscing on their significant youth experiences that contributed to their personal development.
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February’s Wisdom
Pen down your thoughts on a quote that talks about aging and wisdom, inspired by February hosting the International Day of Wisdom.
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Wisdom of the Body
Write about listening to your body during a period of excessive stress, and how you used that awareness to manage it.
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A Sprinkle of Childhood Wisdom
Think about a piece of advice or wisdom you had as a child and how it holds up now.
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Exploring Parental Guidance
Write about a significant conversation with a parent or guardian this past year and its impact.
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Whispers of Winter
Write a short story where important messages and secrets are revealed through unique snowflake patterns.
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Film Noir Fantasia
Craft a tale that combines the moodiness and mystery of film noir with elements of high fantasy.
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Thankful for Challenges
Write about a challenging circumstance or event in your life for which you are now thankful.
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Living Backwards
Write a story where the protagonist starts as a retiree and progressively gets younger every day.
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A Letter to My Younger Self
Write a letter to your younger self offering advice based on the experiences you have had so far.
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A Goblin’s Guide to Life
Write a guide on life as viewed, experienced, and explained by a goblin sage.
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The Forgotten Kingdom
Imagine a world where goblins are the noble rulers, guiding their kingdom with justice and wisdom.
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Gratitude to Past Self
Write a thank-you letter to your past self for a decision you made that benefited you.
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Echoes from the Playground
Write about a conflict you had in your childhood, and how you would handle it now.
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Discovery in Bedtime Stories
Reflect on your favorite childhood bedtime story and how it shaped your perspective on life.
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Stitching Innocence
Write a letter to your younger self, offering advice, compassion, and words of youthful wisdom.
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A voice amongst the Trees
Narrate an imaginary conversation between the ancient trees within a forest.
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Zombies in the Outback
Imagine a zombie apocalypse taking place in the Australian outback, considering the cultural, natural, and geographic elements of the region.
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Reflective Obstacles
Think about a difficult situation you faced in the past, how you dealt with it, and what you learned from the experience.
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Connecting with Your Child Self
Write a letter to your 5-year-old self, sharing valuable insights and experiences.
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Wise Old Women
Write a fairy tale where the protagonist, a wise mature woman, is both guide and heroine.
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The Whispering Forest
Write about a character’s journey through an enchanted forest that whispers ancient secrets.
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Awaken the Ancestor
Reflect on a story where a vampire family must awaken their oldest living ancestor for guidance on a serious threat.
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The Cursed Gift
Write a story about a character who receives a ‘magical’ gift that initially brings joy but ultimately leads to disaster.
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South American Spirit Animal
Describe the transformation of a young boy into his spirit animal in a South American indigenous tribe.
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Spectral Solace
Write a narrative about a comforting ghost that appears in a dream to provide guidance during difficult times.
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Shadow Sleepwalkers
Write about a ghost who visits you in dreams and guides you on spectral sleepwalking adventures.
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Letter from An Ancestor
Write a letter from an ancestor of yours who has a rich story in your family folklore.
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The Invisible Guide
Narrate a story in which a person is guided by a benevolent ghost through a series of challenges.
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Keeper of the Runes
Create a story about a gifted Viking rune master who foresees an ominous future.
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Healing the Wounds
Write a letter to your younger self, offering comfort or advice for a difficult time you experienced as a child.
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Letters from Future
Write a letter from your current self to your younger self, detailing about your dream and how you pursued it.
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Healing Elven Herbs
Describe acquiring ancient elven herbal knowledge and healing an impossible affliction.
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Life’s Little Lessons
Describe a lesson you absorbed as a child that continues to guide you even today.
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Prevention Over Cure
Write about precautions medieval villagers may have taken to protect themselves from Dracula, whether they’re real or imaginary.
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Wisdom Nuggets
Interview an elder about the most valuable piece of advice they’ve received in their lifetime and write an essay on it.
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A Letter to the Future
Write a letter to your future self, capturing your current state of mind, feelings, goals, and aspirations.
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Life-Changing Advice
Depict a conversation in which one character gives another life-changing advice.
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Decades Dabbler
Create a Vampire character who has lived through multiple historical periods and how those time periods have shaped their character.
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Wise Old Owl
Create a character sketch of an old, wise owl who serves as the advisor or mentor to other animals.
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Eerily Wise Beyond Years
Create a story based around a child who inexplicably has aged wisdom or precognitive abilities.
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Superhero Virtues
Describe the virtues and values your superhero holds dear and how they influence their actions.
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Love Letter to Your Future Self
Craft a Valentine’s Day card addressed to yourself five or ten years in the future.
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The Heartwood Hollow
Describe a journey through a magical forest, where each tree holds the soul of a past hero.
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Leaves of Wisdom
Each fall leaf is an ancient being that has observed the world from its tree, write their story.
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Lessons from Native Cultures
Discuss the wisdom and practices of indigenous cultures in relation to climate change and sustainability.
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Return and Resolution
Pen a gripping scene where your hero returns home transformed, sharing the fruits of their journey.
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The Mentor’s Guidance
Detail an interaction between your hero character and their mentor that changes the direction of the hero’s journey.
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The Enchanted Forest Tale
Craft a story where you’re lost in an enchanted forest. What magical creatures do you meet and what fantastical events take place?
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Encountering The Morrigan
Write a diary entry from the perspective of a mortal who has seen The Morrigan, the Celtic Triple Goddess.
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Elementary Days
Write about your favorite elementary school teacher and how they left an impact on you.
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Rethinking Perspectives
Write about a challenging situation you faced and describe how you’d handle it differently today.
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Killer of Knowledge
Our protagonist is a detective chasing a murderer who kills with books—literally.
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Crisis of Faith: A Jedi’s Journey
Develop a narrative focused on a Jedi who begins to question The Force.
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Secrets of the Jedi Temple
Pen down the hidden secrets that lie deep within the ancient Jedi Temple.
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Tree Wisdom
Imagine a tree could give advice, what life lessons do you think they would share based on their experiences?
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Parrot’s Prophecy
Write a story where a parrot character foretells a prophecy that alters the course of a kingdom.
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Proverbial Life Lesson
Choose an Irish proverb that has influenced or could influence a significant life decision.