Free Write Prompts

1. "The Problem Is Not Me"
Describe a problem you're facing as if it's a character in your life story. What name would you give it? How does it behave? When did it first appear, and what does it try to make you believe about yourself?

2. "A Time I Resisted"
Tell the story of a moment when the problem showed up—but you responded in a way that challenged it. What choices did you make? What values or strengths did you draw upon?

3. "Letters to My Younger Self"
Write a letter to a younger version of yourself during a difficult time. What do you want that version of you to know now? What would you tell them about what they’ve survived or how they've grown?

4. "The Untold Story"
Everyone knows a version of your story, but there's a part that hasn't been shared enough. Write the story of a moment that shaped you—but that others may not see or understand fully. Why does this moment matter to you?

5. "Future Me Is Writing This"
Imagine yourself five years from now—someone who has found peace with the current struggle. From that perspective, write a journal entry about what life looks like and how you got there. What did you learn about yourself along the way?

6. "The Unexpected Gift"

Think about a past struggle or challenge that, in retrospect, brought an unexpected gift or positive outcome. What was the challenge, and what good came out of it that you didn't anticipate at the time? How did this experience change your perspective?

7. "My Personal Soundtrack"

If your life's journey, especially through a period of difficulty, had a soundtrack, what songs would be on it? Choose three songs that represent different phases of the experience (e.g., the struggle, the turning point, the resolution). Explain why each song fits that particular moment.

8. "The Unwritten Chapter"

Consider a significant goal or dream you haven't yet pursued, perhaps due to fear, doubt, or external circumstances. What is this "unwritten chapter" in your life? What steps could you take to begin writing it, and what's holding you back from starting?

9. "A Conversation with My Shadow"

We all have aspects of ourselves we might prefer to hide or deny—our "shadow" self. If you could have a conversation with this part of yourself, what would you say? What wisdom might your shadow offer, and what understanding could you gain by acknowledging it?

10. "The Wisdom of My Elders"

Recall a piece of advice, a story, or a lesson learned from an elder (family member, mentor, or admired figure) that has significantly impacted your journey, especially during a challenging time. How did their wisdom guide you, and what makes it resonate so strongly?

11. "If My Body Could Speak"

Our bodies often carry the weight of our experiences, both positive and negative. If your body could speak about a specific period of stress, healing, or growth, what would it say? What messages or insights would it share about how you've treated it or how it's supported you?

12. "The Ripple Effect"

Think about a small, seemingly insignificant choice or action you made that ultimately led to a significant positive change in your life. Describe this "ripple effect." How did that initial small decision set off a chain of events, and what did you learn about the power of small steps?

13. "My Resilience Recipe"

If you were to create a "recipe" for your own resilience, what ingredients would it include? Think about the personal qualities, habits, support systems, and coping mechanisms you've developed. How do these ingredients combine to help you navigate difficulties?

14. "The Moment I Knew"

Describe a specific "aha!" moment or turning point where something clicked, and you understood a challenging situation or yourself in a new way. What led to this realization, and how did it shift your perspective or course of action?

15. "Designing My Ideal Day (After the Struggle)"

Imagine a typical day in your life after you've successfully navigated a current challenge or achieved a significant personal goal. What does this ideal day look like? Focus on the small details: how you feel, what you do, who you're with, and what brings you joy and peace.