404+ ‘write’ Writing Prompts
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Melting Pot
Reflect on an experience where you were exposed to a culture radically different from yours.
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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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Parallel Universe Postcard
Imagine that you unknowingly stepped into a parallel universe. Write a postcard home describing what you see.
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“Magical Powers”
Imagine you were granted one magical power for a day, write about how you would use it for those 5…
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Dance of Gratitude
Write about people, experiences or things for which you’re thankful, and how they enhance your life.
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Letter to Joyful Future Self
Write a letter to your future self, 5 years from now, envisioning the happiness and positivity in your life.
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Savoring Scintillating Sceneries
Write about the most beautiful place you’ve ever seen, real or imagined, and how it affects your sensibilities.
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Journey through Euphoria
Write about a momentous event that brought you great happiness and the influx of emotions you felt.
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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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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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The Mindful Minute
Describe in detail the sights, sounds, smells, sensations, and thoughts you experience during one mindful minute.
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Finding Inner Peace
Write about a moment of true peace, calm, and mindfulness you have experienced and how it impacted you.
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People’s Impact
Write about a person who’s impacted your life positively, and express your gratitude towards them.
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Unlikely Sources of Joy
Write about a small, everyday thing or experience for which you are deeply thankful.
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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…
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Meeting the Ghosts of Possibility
Write a narrative in which you encounter the ghosts of opportunities you have missed in the past.
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Journey Through The Multiverse
Write about a sudden incident that transports you to a parallel world.
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The Alien’s Guide to Earth
Write a humorous guide to living on Earth from the perspective of an alien.
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The Birth of Civilization
Write a story about a day in the life of an individual living in one of the first Mesopotamian cities.
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Quantum Rendezvous
Write a story about a group of scientists who manage to communicate with quantum entities.
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Life From A Bird’s View
Imagine observing the world from the perspective of a bird, and write about the adventures such timescale would allow.
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The Beauty in the Beast
Write about a naturally occurring event or phenomenon that is both beautiful yet destructive.
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Wilderness Wanderlust
Write about the most remote and wild place you’ve ever visited or wish to explore.
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Celebrity Guest Star
Pick a dream where a celebrity or well-known figure made an appearance. Write about your encounter and explore how their…
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Harmony of Chaos
Write about a chaotic event or situation that led to a surprising harmony or understanding.
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A Different Life
Write about your life if it took a completely divergent path from the one you know now.
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Lost Wilderness
Write about a remote, untouched wilderness you stumble upon, and try to inhabit and interact with this new environment.
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Rediscovering Your Voice
Write about a time you felt suppressed and how free writing allowed you to express yourself.
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Furry Companion Talks
Write a narrative in which your pet is the main character, going about its day, observing, and commenting on the…
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A Dinner Date to Remember
You’re on a dinner date with the last book you read. Write how the conversation would go.
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Colorful Chronicles
Choose a color and write about your day as if everything around you was tinted in this hue.
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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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Discovering Hidden Depths
Write about a time when you surprised yourself with your own capabilities.
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Evolution Through Conflict
Write about a conflict with a family member that ultimately led to personal growth.
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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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The Perspective Shift
Write about a difficult family situation from the viewpoint of the other person involved.
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Pact of Silence
Write about a family secret you and your siblings discovered together and promised to never reveal.
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Hidden Heritage
Write about a family secret that changed your perspective about your lineage or roots.
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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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Cultural Tapestry
Write about a unique cultural tradition your family has and how it has shaped your identity.
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Archive of Recovery
Write about how the healing process after a family loss or illness looked for you and your family.
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Mending The Silence
Write about a time when you and your family had to deal with a serious illness or loss, focusing particularly…
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Familial Footprints
Write about a memorable family vacation or a hike that you embarked on together.
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Bonding Moments
Write about memorable moments when the bond between the adopted child and the family solidified.
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Journey to Adoption
Write about the process and journey that brought you or a family member to the point of adoption.
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The Family Entrepreneur
Write about a family business or entrepreneurial venture and its influence on your career aspirations.
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The Family Footsteps
Describe who in your family had the biggest influence on your career aspirations and how.
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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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Roots and Routes
Write about your family’s geographical journey, how it impacted your family history and what it means for you.
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Ancestral Navigators
Write about a family member of a previous generation whose experiences have significantly shaped your family’s story.
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Parental Legacy
Write about the traditions, values, or practices passed down from your parents that you cherish most.
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Mapping Your Personality
Write about the dominant traits you inherited from each of your parents and how these traits have shaped your life.