What are some creative writing prompts for journaling?

Some creative writing prompts for journaling that you can try:

  • Write a letter to your future self.
  • Recount a time when you faced failure.
  • What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
  • Finish this sentence: “My life would be incomplete without …”
  • What difficult thoughts or emotions come up most frequently for you?

Having trouble putting your thoughts into words? Quillbot’s Paraphraser can help you refine your letter to your future self.

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